And so the moment finally arrives, as at least seventy per cent of the crowd make their way nearer to the stage and the three Scouse girls may or may not wet themselves with excitement. As usual, Wig Wam almost explode onto the stage, challenging anyone not to have a good time. Singer Glam is dressed in a horrendous red catsuit, topped off with what looks like my nan’s dressing gown, with the rest of the band almost normal in comparison. It all adds to the fun, though, as they deliver an absolutely brilliant set that is only marred by some dodgy sound.
Most people in attendance seem to know all the words, and joyously sing along to fan favourites like “Bless The Night”, “Crazy Things” and the Eurovision entry “In My Dreams”. In fairness, I’m there with them, making myself hoarse and having a whale of a time in the process. I can’t think of a more perfect closer to the day, and it’s no surprise that the band are scheduled to headline what is likely to be just a one day event next year. Even a dodgy version of “Wild Thing” as their final encore can’t dampen the spirits, and everyone leaves having had a fun time with one of the best live acts out there at the moment. It’s about time they did a proper UK tour and shared the madness, so here’s hoping.
So that’s day one over and done with, and it’s been lots of fun, if I’m honest. The turnout couldn’t have been want was hoped for, but the bands all played their arses off and did a good job. It’s nice to go to one of these things and not feel ripped off by the venue at the end of the day. JB’s started serving burgers and chips at some point, and even though they had a pretty much captive audience only charged normal prices, which warmed them to me immensely. There’s no getting pissed with Wig Wam back at the hotel as they have to get a plane back home, but there’s enough time to thank them for coming, and sometimes that’s all a band needs. Well, that and groupies…

Review by Alan Holloway, rockunited.com 09 june 2009
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