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Wednesday, October 7, 2015

Sleaford Mods review – the most compelling live act in music right now

Old Market, Hove
Despite the minimal stagecraft, Jason Williamson’s charisma and intensity make all other frontmen look like posers

Midway through Sleaford Mods’ set, Jason Williamson inquires after the audience’s welfare in time-honoured style. Or at least, his inquiry begins in time-honoured style: “Are you having a good time?” The crowd cheers. “I never used to ask before because I wasn’t fucking bothered,” he adds. “But now the cunt’s paying my fucking mortgage, I’ve got to keep the customer satisfied.” It’s a remark that tells you something about the position that Sleaford Mods currently find themselves in.

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