Strolling onto the stage to screams and cheers,  the band quietly take their places, opening with 'Let It Live'.  Frontman Gary Briggs, wearing a t-shirt and blazer with a scarf tied around his neck (so not too dissimilar to a student) may resemble Brett Anderson, but unlike Brett Anderson, sings emotional songs without squealing like a pig.  Not excruciatingly dull like Coldplay - these ones are pretty impressive especially the new ones.  Like 'Change Direction', 'Wouldn't Change A Thing' and 'Have No Fear'.

The less said about the lighting, a kaleidoscope of rainbow colours that look too slick and rehearsed to suit the scruffed up look of Haven and rather obscures the sight of them altogether.  Suppose there is a reason then.

An hour later, and it's over.  It's not mind-blowing, they don't shake the floor but they don't suck either.  This year may be the year for newbies Keane and Franz Ferdinand, but it's not as this lot don't stand a chance.  On the contrary, I think they will do just fine. 
(4/5)

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