The Gown Student Newspaper at Queen's University Belfast

REVIEW: Radar in the Speakeasy – Maguire and I, Napolean and Kowalski

The crowds started to enter the Speakeasy bar for another evening of local music presented by Radar in anticipation of some new and some more established artists. Maguire and I opened the evening with their unique sounds captivating the attention of the crowd through their powerful arrangements. They provided a folksy sound throughout their set, aided by the fiddle which makes Maguire and I so unique and producing instantly recognisable music for their fans. The band gelled together very well, providing the audience with lovely harmonies and using a range of instruments, including the accordion, violin, harmonica and a range of drums making them an original band within a buzzing music scene in Belfast. Maguire and I left the audience in anticipation of a good night and left a tough act to follow.

BY SUZANNE COURTNEY

Napoleon intrigued the crowd and who were not let down as they provided a very energetic performance. The lead singer captivated the audience with the lovely melodies and enticing lyrics. Following Napoleon’s set, Kowalski fans struggled to find a place to stand as they attracted a large following. Kowalski, likened to Death Cab For Cutie, are among the most professional and rounded sound within the Belfast music scene and therefore deserve the following they attract. The stunning voice and infectious melodies got the crowd up and dancing and kept their attention for the whole set. Each song carried its own unique sound, providing a diverse set and lived up to the high expectations of their reputation. The three bands performed a very entertaining and energetic show and left a satisfied crowd keen to see each band play again.

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