LIVE FROM THE PIT: Møl, TAYNE and A Cold Night For Alligators

The night began early at Rebellion, with A COLD NIGHT FOR ALLIGATORS kicking things off at seven o’clock on the dot. They played to a small but positive crowd, one that had clearly been won over by the end of the very first song. A COLD NIGHT FOR ALLIGATORS came out punching, delivering high energy and a surprisingly big sound for the early slot.

The vocalist referenced the earliness of the gig multiple times, much to the crowd’s delight. Despite several technical issues that would go on to plague all three bands, they kept the audience engaged throughout and warmed the room up perfectly for what was to come next.

Next up were TAYNE, easily one of the most energetic bands of the night. The singer and guitarist must have completed at least a thousand spins over the course of their set, throwing themselves relentlessly into the performance. Unfortunately, ongoing technical difficulties meant the vocals were extremely difficult to hear in the mix. Despite this, the crowd still enjoyed what they could, with a medium-sized mosh pit opening up at one point.

TAYNE excelled at crowd engagement through constant movement and humour, though they were ultimately let down by production issues. The lighting in particular felt lacking, with heavy smoke and minimal illumination making it difficult at times to see the band on stage. This contributed to a slightly underwhelming feeling post performance, which was a shame given their clear potential. On a positive note, both TAYNE and A COLD NIGHT FOR ALLIGATORS spent much of the evening at their respective merch tables after their sets and were genuinely lovely to everyone who stopped to speak with them.

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Finally, it was time for the main event, MØL. By this point, both the room and the upper floor were packed with fans, with conversations circulating about whether the band would play their latest album in full or focus on older material. The excitement was palpable, and MØL did not disappoint.

From the moment they took to the stage, MØL were firmly in control of the night. While they too experienced minor technical issues, these were resolved quickly and did not detract from the performance. The lighting, sound, and the vocalist’s energy combined to create a captivating and immersive set. Multiple mosh pits formed throughout, often directed by the singer using his microphone stand.

The frontman proved to be a commanding and charismatic presence, effortlessly engaging with the crowd while maintaining vocal intensity. The balance felt natural and unforced. MØL opened their set with the powerful Hud and Penumbra, an inspired choice that immediately set the tone for the night, before closing with the fan favourite Bruma, bringing the show to a triumphant end.

Words and photos: Lauren Wenham