Outfit – The Rainbow, 18/02/12

Ending their seven-date UK tour beneath the roof of The Rainbow, Outfit inconspicuously take to the stage in a smouldered, purple lit room. Resembling The Beatles’ boy band charm, Hot Chip’s, quirky eruptions and with added hair-raising vocals, it is vital to address that despite these correlations – this is a band not to be categorised.

From the pleasant constraint of internet information, to the unpretentious and effortless performances, it is clear to see that this band ask for their audience to examine them with honesty, optimism and an open mind, creating opportunity for nothing other than sweet success.

Opening song Vehicles has no trouble owning the crowd’s whole attention, even those lingering aimlessly around the bar. They then hurl into second song Every Night I Dress Up As You before the rest of the soundtracks loop, swirl and intertwine gracefully into one another. The flawlessly synced melodies and hypnotic, escapism atmosphere, allures the audience’s interest further. Soon enough, the entire room is completely engrossed.

The disparity between Outfit and other rock contemporaries is their refreshing approach of being themselves, nailing the entertainment factor without exerting. It’s clear to see why this Liverpudlian five-piece are quickly becoming the new found favourites of many. And the exciting part? It’s only a taster of what they’re truly made of…

Review by Ivy Photiou