…Before we get to the main event, it’s worth mentioning the support act, Troumaca, an incredible Birmingham five piece whose sound is an entirely fresh and original amalgamation of soul and dub with an unmistakably tropical bass feel. Couple this unique mixture with some of the best sly dance moves I’ve seen in a lead singer for a while, and the result was genius. And nothing, of course, like the act which they preceded.

Having discovered my new musical obsession, we waited with baited breath for TSU to impress. And boy, did they…..

…Next up were Brummie band Troumaca who have been touted by many as being one of the biggest parts of the regeneration of the Birmingham music scene. And rightly so with their unique sound – imagine a tribal Pandas and People and you’d be nearly there. What shined through was the passion of every member, which took me back to the first time I saw Friendly Fires four years ago. Catch the five piece in small venues while you still can….