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AS IT IS / WITH CONFIDENCE / JULE VERA – LONDON CAMDEN UNDERWORLD, 13.05.16
We’re backstage chatting to a nervous (but excited) As It Is when and there’s not a single moment where the band aren’t exuding every
opening act Jule Vera take to the stage, but a member of the audience last bit of energy they have. Patty even executes some impressive mic
is kind enough to let us know that they “absolutely smashed it,” and we’re swings during ‘Winter’s Weather’, before the second-ever performance
going to take their word on that. When we enter the packed out Camden of the emotional ‘Drowning Deep In Doubt’. The angst-ridden ‘Horo-
Underworld, everyone’s singing along to emo and pop-punk classics like scopes’ really gives guitarist Ben Biss a chance to show off his gravelly
‘In Too Deep’ and ‘I’m Not Okay’, in preparation for With Confidence’s vocals, which contrast perfectly with Patty’s more high-pitched voice.
time on stage. We’ve got to commend Patty, his ability to flawlessly hit every note
Aussie boys With Confidence are the second band on the bill, and while bouncing around the stage with child-like energy is second to none.
they undoubtedly live up to their name. Their catchy blend of pop-punk There’s a slowing of pace for an acoustic performance of ‘My Oceans
and rock creates a fun, feel-good atmosphere in the room and it’s obvi- Were Lakes’, and Patty delivers a heart-warming speech that even gets
ous that the guys are having the time of their lives on stage. ‘Godzilla’ the stern-faced security guard to crack a smile. “I saw some of my
stands out, with chugging palm muted guitars and a huge, irresistible favourite bands like H20 here,” he tells the crowd. “I used to be in that
hook that really gets the crowd going. We’re particularly impressed by crowd looking up at the stage wishing I was there.” I don’t think the crowd
guitarist Luke Rockets, who is ridiculously fun to watch with his crazy were quite ready for what was to follow, as the final three songs of the
energetic stage presence and hilarious on-stage banter. Musically night were ferociously fast, with the band playing like it was their last
they’re a little rough around the edges but there’s a ton of potential there night on earth. As It Is have a firm grip on modern pop-punk and where
and I wouldn’t be surprised to see these guys on front covers soon. it’s heading, and we have a feeling tonight was only the beginning. As
You can feel the anticipation and sheer excitement in the room as we make our way out of the venue, we hear “that was the best show I’ve
the sold out Underworld crowd waits for As It Is to take to the stage. ever been to!” shouted out by a fan still on an adrenaline rush from the
Everyone goes crazy at the first glimpse of lead vocalist Patty Walters, performance. If that doesn’t sum up tonight, I don’t know what does.
and the band waste no time, charging straight into album opener ‘Speak YYYYY
Soft’. Tonight is extra special, as they’re playing debut album ‘Never Carissa Thorne
Happy, Ever After’ in full. As It Is play like they’ve got something to prove,
Patty Walters (As It Is) Photo By Carissa Thorne
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