A performance of epic proportions... watch this space.
Delphic are enjoying a meteoric rise of late, thanks in part to recently placing in the top five of the BBC Sound of 2010 list, a list which prides itself on its pedigree in predicting breakthrough acts including Mika, Adele and most recently Florence and the Machine. It is therefore safe to say that Delphic’s stock is currently in high demand.
The hype surrounding the release of debut album ‘Acolyte’ has been incredible. Many would forgive the band for not quite living up to the huge burden of expectation on their shoulders, but after witnessing this performance, they more than live up to the hype.
Gracing the stage of a packed to the rafters Thekla in Bristol, Delphic were slick, sublime and damn right explosive from the off. Far from wilting under the wave of expectation, the trio fed from the buzz of the crowd and delivered a performance that left many stood in awe, completely deafened. Oozing with calm, confidence and professionalism, completely unfazed and mixing and extending the tracks seamlessly. This was proof, if any were needed, that music is definitely best when it’s live and loud.
Throughout the gig the band morphed from beat heavy, synth-tastic electro to piercing, hard edge indie, creating a living, breathing hybrid that swelled and engulfed everything in its path. From the moment opener, ‘Clarion Call’, climaxed and ruptured the crowd’s eardrums, it was clear that Delphic were something special. Encore track ‘Acolyte’ was simply euphoric, epitomising everything that there is to love about this band; intricately laced guitars and synths driven forward by swollen beats and frenetic drums. Other highlights included singles ‘Counterpoint’ and ‘Doubt’, while an extended mix of ‘This Momentary’ sounded slick and polished.
Delphic are definitely destined for the big time, make no mistake. Expect them to be packing out stadiums in the very near future, so catch them while they’re playing smaller venues. An upcoming tour in March will only increase their reputation further.
Combining all the musical creativity and innovation of Muse, with the experimental indie tang of Bloc Party, having been schooled by New Order, Delphic manage to fuse it all into an epic euphoric swell that will appeal to rock and dance fans alike.
If there’s any justice, Delphic will be the first and the biggest breakthrough act of 2010.
Believe the hype.