The crowd screamed “More, More!” as The Boxer Rebellion finished their short, but super sweet set at Fibbers nightclub in York last Friday. Their performance was part of a quick UK tour which coincides with the release of their new single “Evacuate.”
Their mainstream indie sound has been compared to The Verve and Radiohead, and it wouldn’t be surprising if these angsty introverts made it to the top. Sexy singer Nathan Nicholson crooned passionately, complete with twitching limbs and tragic eyes. Bassist Adam and guitarist Todd strummed with focused intensity, and drummer Piers held a strong, steady beat throughout the show.
They met through a message board back in 2001 and got together in London. Adam and Piers hail from the UK, but Todd comes from Australia, and Nathan comes from the Southern United States. Despite their cross-continental origins, they are yet to gain popularity across the pond and beyond. But if they continue performing like they did on Friday, that is sure to change.
Their first and only full-length album, Exits, was released in May 2005. They are not sure when they will release their next, but they featured some strong new hits, the most memorable being “Flashing Red Light Means Go,” with powerful drum beats and variable melodies. A few old favourites pleased the crowd, too, especially the dramatic lament “We Have This Place Surrounded.”
Download “Exits” now. We’re sure you’ll be screaming “More, More,” too.
