Copy Haho @ Captains Rest, 6 Mar

Whilst it might feel like Copy Haho have been tipped as the best ‘new’ band for the past decade, they’re not over the hill yet. Prior to a European tour with Los Campesinos! later this month, the northern four-piece’s sprightly, off-kilter indie can be found closer to home. Rolling drums with sunshine-filled guitar lines, confident melodies and idiosyncratic lyrics abounding, their unashamedly triumphant pop continues to diversify and impress. Following a number of tremendous singles and EPs, it remains a mystery as to why they have yet to be picked up by a dirty great label. All the fuss is much deserved. [Lauren Mayberry]