CARPARK LEAVE FANS LUSTING FOR MORE AFTER HEADLINE IN ‘THE BIG SMOKE’
MOTH CLUB, LONDON 26/04/2024 | By Robert McAlaney
Alternative pop trio, Carpark took over London’s iconic Moth Club on Friday and echoes of their set still cling onto the venue’s walls. Following the release of the bands latest EP, ‘Born To Be Average’ Scottie, Hattie and Loda set their eyes on causing symphonic ruckus at their largest headline show to date. Supported by the sonic sound of Sister and the groove of Devon; the roof of Moth Club was well and truly blown away.
Carpark formed in 2021 and impressively climbed the industry ladder with haste – in just 3 years theywent from performing in a garage to supporting the likes of Lauren Hibberd and The Libertines, they have released 2 well received EP’s, signed with Saviour Music and can now place a successful night at Moth Club under their belt. When asked to describe the band in one sentence, Scottie – the bassist and
vocalist stated, “Three mates drinking warm beers and making music they wish they had growing up.”
The evening began with Sister, a collaborative act between siblings Sadie and Sonny. Boy, did they
leave an impression, opening with ‘Can’t be Love’ was an excellent way to dip the crowd’s toes into
the sound and energy of the band. Close your eyes and imagine The White Stripes collided with
Sonic Youth, now open your eyes, stop imagining and put on some Sister. They were the perfect band
to start the night and everyone should be very excited for their upcoming EP, ‘Lip Service’.
Then out came Devon, hailing from a small village in the Forest of Dean, he sure knows how to draw
out an audience. ‘Everyday Changing’ is a song that puts you in a funky trance in which you can’t
help but clap along too. This small town fellow came to the big city and made sure to leave his mark, so look out in November when he returns to headline Islington’s The Grace, I assure you that you
won’t be disappointed.
Suddenly, the wait was over and it was time for the main event as the Irish rooted trio tuned their
instruments into a potent mix of tension and excitement seemed to flood the room; truth be told I did not know if Carpark could follow the support acts. However, my doubts were blasted from my mind through Scott Pilgrim style sound waves as Carpark exploded onto the stage. With Loda on drums, Hattie on Guitar and Scottie on bass and vocals the band generated an equilibrium of sound, a love child between Avril Lavigne and the Cocteau Twins. Midway through the ethereal ‘Happy on Mars’ track I looked behind me and saw the room was suddenly full, the crowd were united in that particular kind of awe that can only be brought out through great music. By the end of their set the audience were left both satisfied and lusting for more – I have a feeling that Carpark will deliver just that, with no sign of slowing down. Expect big things from Carpark.
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