The Script

After slipping and sliding my way through the frozen Sheffield streets I was greeted by a queue that drew parallel with T J Hughes for Ireland's hottest new band The Script.

As I entered The Academy I was amazed at how many people had made it down for the occasion. The bars, the dance floor, even the balconies were rammed with devotees itching for a piece of The Script.

When the lights dropped each member took to the stage separately and added to the jam started by drummer Glen Power. The applause built up and up and erupted into climax as dashing frontman Danny O'Donoghue took position at his keyboard. This relentless crowd support continued throughout the set and the band seemed genuinely moved as they thanked the audience profusely.

With a mere six months since their international breakthrough hit Man Who Can't Be Moved, they added that they’ve been so used to playing 'student sheds' it was mind blowing to be playing gigs like this.

Giving a passionate, energetic set The Script were well received by the audience and played out to two encores, including an acoustic performance and a cover of David Bowie's Heroes.

London boy Gary Go had hearty job of warming the crowd on this icy evening. Already down to support Take That on their stadium tour this summer he had no trouble getting everybodys attention with his heartfelt ballads. With a sound that complemented The Script beautifully, there was a definite buzz around Gary Go and many audience members seemed have come purely for his set.