So when they finally showed up and opened up with "The City," everyone was ready.
It's easy to just like this band solely for the guys in it. Tall, tatted, a little rough on the edges and British accents? Caahhhhmon.
But, it's also just as easy to hate on a group just for that reason. The 1975 have so much more going on for them than just that.
I'm all about depth in music. Lyrics mean everything. Talent is major and the beat brings everything together. When they played "Robbers," it was the best song to slow things down a little bit. Each transition they had during the show worked and the energy did not die down one bit. Everyone was feeling it.
The crowd favorite was "Chocolate" and they teased it well by just playing the guitar riff for a good 30 seconds before going into it full force. At this point, everyone had their phone out to capture it all. But, up until the bridge Matt says into the mic, "Put your phones away, this is just about us."
Which I am glad he did because some of us tend to forget the experience of going to a concert. Going to see a band play and be a part of it all. Taking the time to hold up your phone and record and take a picture does take a lot away of what you're supposed to: listen.
The band ended their set with another hit, "Sex," which riled up the crowd enough to be almost satisfied with the finale. Although they did put on a good show, it's only natural to want a little more from something that was so good to us.
Check out their official band page: The 1975
"Chocolate" Video
Their own take on a popular cover: "What Makes You Beautiful"
