The Heights @ Cabaret Voltaire

an exciting band, despite the lack of excitement generated by tonight's atmosphere

Article by Nick Mitchell | 15 Jul 2006
When the head-count on stage almost equals that of the audience, it can't be easy for a band to perform. Following local support band Kiddo, who seemed to take most of their own fans away with them, Welsh rockers The Heights were left with only a handful of appreciative spectators in the dark recess of Cabaret Voltaire. Which was a shame, because The Heights are an exciting band, despite the lack of excitement generated by tonight's atmosphere. They play a brand of indie rock 'n' roll which veers from heavy QOTSA-like riffage to subtle Strokes-y melodies, all undercut by singer Owain Ginsberg's deep, throaty vocals. New single Jamaica Beer Eyes sounded great, as did set-closer Sweet Isabelle. Due to the absence of bodies, The Heights sped through their set in a rather workmanlike manner, which was forgivable given the awkward silences and flutters of clapping between songs. [Nick Mitchell]
The single, Jamaica Beer Eyes is out now. http://www.theheightsmusic.com/