The first time these guys captivated my eyes and ears was back in January 2007. The endearing Metronomy - along with their customised push light t-shirts - were supporting Get Cape.Wear Cape. Fly at the now defunct London Astoria.
Since that snowy evening I have subsequently experienced their idiosyncratic performances and unfathomable dance routines at Underage, a Lily Allen and Friends recording and at Benicassim. Throughout the years their lineup has been revised several times – most recently including former Lightspeed Champion drummer Anna Prior and bassist Gbenga Adelekan. Despite these new artistic influences, this kooky bunch have remained true to their enchanting sounds that are so far removed from reality.
Next week at BESTIVAL is my fourth experience with the inimitable band and gee whizz what an experience that will irrefutably be.
With their third album The English Riviera being released earlier this year, I’m eagerly anticipating buoying along to the seaside melodies of The Look and the hypnotising Love Underline, as well as being charmed by a performance of The Bay.
Excitement aside, there’s a hideous rumour floating around on Wikipedia that the push lights have been replaced by pre-synced chest lamps and I can only pray to the stage Gods of St.Bestival that they’re as magical.
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