We've been enjoying the fantastic London music scene lately. A Summer Series of concerts was held at the lovely Somerset House, including two of our fave British bands, The Feeling and The Fratellis. The courtyard, used in Winter for ice skating, provided a wonderfully intimate and attractive setting.
Both bands put on a fantastic show. They're quite different in both style and approach, which was also reflected in the crowds they attract. One is all about rocking out, playing loud and hard with very little chit chat in between songs. The other is much more chilled out and mellow, engaging with the crowd while pumping out their unique brand of harmonious and oh-so-catchy pop rock. See if you can tell which is which...
The Fratellis:
The Feeling:
Our verdict: It's gotta be The Feeling, they create an amazing atmosphere and really get the crowd feeling the love (you almost want to turn and hug your neighbour at the end! But you don't of course, this is London after all). They've got so many recognisable hits - if you live in England that is - and when they throw in covers of 80's classics "Take on Me" and "Video Killed the Radio Star", the sing-a-long can be heard in France, without a doubt.
As for The Fratellis, well nothing beats live music, but a little personality wouldn't go astray. You could get almost the same experience by inviting a few friends round and putting the CD on at high volume, with the added bonus of not having strangers jumping on your feet and thrusting their elbows in your face.
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