One of the highlights of this years great escape in Brighton was the show of Blaenavon. Premiering tracks from an incoming debut album, Blaenavon prove there’s far more to them than tender ages and fresh-out-the-printer A-Level certificates. ‘Hell Is My Head’ from last year’s ‘Miss World’ EP was the first hint at their gothier side, and ‘Orthodox Man’ from that aforementioned full length proves they’ve done well to succumb to the smoke. “

There’s evidence in every step tonight that Blaenavon are ready to graduate into the big leagues, though. Their fanbase is undeniable – ‘Into The Night’ dedicated to “all the absolute legends in the front that I see about fifty times a year”. The songs are well crafted and hooky without being cheap. Yes, Oasis comes to mind like so often when you listen to British bands with an attitude. Make up yurt own mind…oh yes and wait a minute. I almost don’t dare to mention ist as this might raise some eyebrows. Singer Frank Wright is the new young face of Burberry: