LIVE: Judas @ Liverpool Sound City 23.05.15

Although having taken a battering overnight, the North Stage had soon brightened up just in time for Judas. Finally feeling like a festival in a field and not on a cold dockyard, Judas brought the sunshine and managed to transport us all to warmer pastures with their stadium rock vibe.

A collective from all sides of the UK and only 6 months old, Judas displayed a fresh outlook compared to other current indie bands by taking influence from seasoned giants such as Kings Of Leon and U2. It was a pleasure to see a band that have taken such control over their own sound and are not a replica or re-hash of anything that has come before them.

Recently, the band released a very strong 4-track EP entitled We Are Judas which features track ‘Call Me’ that encompasses an anthem like chorus which when performed live, really gets heads turning. With the addition of a clever hook and precise harmonies it was definitely a highlight of their set.

Even though they have not been long in the making, Judas are well on their way to perfecting their own stage craft. At times coming across as slightly reserved; this can only be put down to it being such a diverse festival audience on the day. These cobwebs were soon blown away, however, as they progressed through their set, clearly becoming more comfortable as the rattled through countless original tunes. Individually, each member has a growing stage presence mostly seen through charismatic frontman John Clancy.

‘Love Is The Enemy’ saw Judas take a slower more heartfelt turn in tone. This well-crafted song focused in on beautiful vocals and got the crowd swaying in synchronicity.

Judas are to showcase more of their stadium fillers at Isle Of Wight festival later next month – we would very much recommend you go and check them out. The band will also be performing live on Gigslutz Radio tonight, so tune in and listen up!

Rachel Young
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Rachel Young

Rachel Young

Likes: Ponchos, cornflakes and Almost Famous. Dislikes: Egg with any red food, Leicester's seagull population and having no ID.