Review By Callum and Gary Roebuck
Yaang—remember the word “YAANG”—delivered an astonishing 7-song set to get the Oran
The audience warmed up for the headliners, IST IST.
The electro trio from Manchester formed in 2017, were certainly somewhat different to most
support bands I’ve witnessed it, and they are on the up with their mix of rock, funk, electro, Brit
Pop and ska were thrown in during a 35-minute energy-sapping set.
Kicking off with “Comfort”, Davey is the eccentric showman throwing shapes throughout
reminiscent of such past frontmen like Steven Tyler, Jarvis Cocker and certainly a very Brit
pop vibe throughout.
We were in for a rollercoaster of a ride. “Speed McQueen” followed as the set certainly sped
along, “I am Letch” opened with Davey now minus his trench coat delivering another
The astonishing vocal before ‘Deadbeat’ kept the momentum up mid-set.
A “fuck yeah” from an audience member before “Airport bar Fight” with Ollie on guitar
leading vocals the audience had grown somewhat from the opener with the younger
clientele dancing around before the highlight of the set, which were the statue poses mid-song from
Ollie, Ben, and Davey—how they carried this off without laughing was amazing.
The penultimate tune, “Till morning Light”, will stay with us for more morning lights, the set closer
“Horsepower is God” was delivered in moody and raucous fashion; we finished with a
crescendo of noise as Davey left the stage to Ollie and Ben.
Young and older in the audience had been engrossed by the energy of this Mancunian trio
and watch out, the future is bright for Yaang, vocal distribution between both Davey and Ollie
With Ben backing, they gave a different vibe throughout and showed what they could do.
Mention must be made of Davey rubbing his behind, which was caught on camera and was
alluded to as I spoke to him after the set—watch out for the photo evidence, also due to this
Being the maiden gig north of the border, Davey did deliver, “I just went for it.”
You sure did, and you sure did, as your first Scottish gig has been delivered. Please don’t
leave the masses who had gathered to see you tonight waiting, especially with the adoration
as your set ended due in part, I’d say, to the fact Ollie has Scottish connections.
Until the next time—Adios, Gazza. ✌
IST IST
Delivering a headline set interspersed with old and new and especially the new from the
eagerly awaited soon-to-be-released new album “Dagger”. These guys lit up the iconic and
picturesque Oran Mor in Glasgow on Saturday night.
Adam on vocals and guitar and Mat on guitar and keyboards, we were treated to a brilliant opener
“Fear” was warmly received by the growing audience before “Something has to give” Joel on
drums throwing his sticks around – what a flow – with Andy on bass and backing vocals.
“Something Else” Glasgow How are you doing? Nice to see you again. The intro was dark and
Again, great to see a band designed and delivering without any backdrop logos or gimmicks
Just pure rock – a trio to open was setting the scene for the night.
Adam and Andy, respectively, shades-wearing coolness personified, this Mancunian 4-piece
With Mat back into keyboards throughout, it gave us a different vibe.
“What I Know” with Mat again on keyboard and guitar Adam again with a darkening stage
The rhythm in this was astounding; already the audience were enthralled.
“Repercussions” of which you will suffer if you didn’t enjoy tonight’s lead guitar from Mat
before the guys inject the energetic opening, the melodies between vocals are on another
level from Adam with Joel on drums delivering the backbone audience clapping started by
With an enthralling instrumental before dancing lights, the night ramps up a level.
“Black”, which tonight is anything but the rhythm section opens up and we are only no more
than 15 minutes in. Wow, what an opening salvo without so much as a stop for breath.
crashing drums delivering the backbeat as guitar and bass resound around us Adam has
the audience in the palm of his hand as he continues between guitar and vocals, Adam
alluded that before 2019 the band played to 40 people in the “Hug and Pint”, another well-
known haunt for up-and-coming bands to where we are now, so thanks so, so much.
“I Remember Everything” and I will after this show as another new song with bass and
backing vocals the melodies keep coming – headbanging, feet tapping, hip swaying from
young and old alike This is one goosebump-inducing melody with intent.
“CW4U’ Adam delivered another different vocal; no strutting around the stage, just energy on
another level backed by 3 musicians on a mission tonight.
The 9th song tonight sees Mat sitting to play keyboard. “Mary” is a joy to see so many tonight
singing the vocals to a packed venue in the west end of Scotland’s second city.
“Shadow” sees Mat back on guitar with its bass backing. I’ve lost my shadow; not tonight it’s
with me and everyone else is one highlight as we get the audience involved again as drums
rise and thump around the venue; it’s hard not to get involved with the energy being released
What a tune.
“The Kiss” with a bass intro; the band joins.
on what a set we’ve been treated to, as Mat on keyboards and guitar delivers again the
The audience are engrossed as lights dance to the drumbeat.
“Warning Signs”, the new single has the audience bopping along; this has all the attributes to be
huge for the band dual guitars throughout delivered on this anthem as drums and bass back
Wow, what a rhythm! It’s the highlight of the night. Just wow.
The new song “Burning”, with its tribal drum opening, is a masterpiece song with Mat on keys
Throughout again, it’s a joy to see 4 musicians deliver on this level without a break.
A dark and moody opening to “Love Song” has Mat on keyboard as Joel takes a break as
moody vocals deliver a different vibe before Joel returns; the adoration is visible from the
front of the stage as drums kick in. This is one of those tunes that will be in your head forever
What an ending! What applause! What a cheery one, we are asked.
“Dreams” returns to the vibe of earlier; this is that tune that uplifts you with its melody as the
The audience gets another opportunity to clap along. Adam has engrossed us tonight.
“Spikes” sees a mellowed opening on keyboards backing before ramping up with a moodier
vocal as dancing lights engulf the stage. What an instrumental behold these guys have
delivered tonight, and there is still a way to go. What a tune.
“Makes no Difference” is another new track introduced by Andy who thanks the travelling
audience as Mat on keyboard, broody bass from Andy sees another level to tonight as
Adam on guitar and vocals again – what a rhythm throughout this new tune!
headbanging ball at the front of the stage – how can you not get involved? Energy off the scale.
“The Echo” keeps the energy with dual guitars delivering again with a dynamic rhythm.
These guys have it all in bucketloads, with tunes to sing along to throughout.
“Under Your Skin” sees Mat return to his keys as we return to a darker vocal with a heavier
The drumbeat keeps the darker feeling with haunting keys differently delivered.
“Emily” has a rising intro, galloping bass, crashing cymbals, and engulfed keys. The audience are
treated to one awesome tune as we near the end of the set, unfortunately, before as the
venue from beginning has the audience at full tilt as crashing lights and a return to the vocal
rising as the band release even more energy, headbanging and foot tapping has been the
demand tonight you didn’t enjoy them; you were in the wrong place. It’s hard not to enjoy
these guys.
Penultimate “Hope 2 Love” Adam ditches the guitar to deliver with vocals encapsulated the
view tonight of this quartet we return the title back; hope and love for this band is evident
tonight. “You’re Mine” – what a finale! Adam returns to guitar. What a tune! Add bass, and wow
the audience get one last go on returning the love on this track; this is one goosebumps
Finale: what an ending, as the guys have crashed through a mammoth 22-song set.
“Wolves” and “Stamp you Out” are delivered back-to-back to a raucous crowd and the
Applause at the end is early and shattering; such is the love for this tight-knit 4-piece.
Guys, I love listening to a band unknown to me for writing a review – I have only one word
“WOW.”
Anyone wanting a band to add to their must-listen-to list, then these guys must be there.
Thanks a lot, guys. What an energy-absorbing 90 minutes and I look forward to your new
album “Dagger” out in early 2026.
Until the next time – Adios, Gazza. ✌
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