Well, don’t say we
didn’t warn you! We tipped Lawson as a band to watch [HERE] and they have been
taking 2012 by storm ever since. Their much anticipated debut single “When She
Was Mine” is released on 27th May and the boys have just commenced a
sell out UK
tour. We headed down to catch up with the quartet as they played Leeds Cockpit.
Adam and Ryan on stage in Leeds
The long line of girls sweeping around the outside of The
Cockpit tell us that Lawson are in town and that the crowd here tonight could
not be more excited about the boys’ second headline tour. Since we last caught
up with the band in January they have been supporting The Wanted on tour,
appeared in countless press, had extensive radio play and been gathering hoard of fans along the way; all this and they
haven’t even released their debut. Tonight is representative of just how far
they’ve come and Lawson couldn’t be more content and appreciative of the fans.
With a packed out venue that is erupting with excitement and a lot of screaming,
it is time for the pop-rock quartet to take to the stage. Strong opener “Gone” sets the tone for the night; upbeat, loud
and anthemic. Lawson really give their all to the live show; really driving
songs such as “Red Sky”, with their catchy hooks and guitar riffs brought to
life on stage.
The rock based, guitar rooted sound that is at the core of
Lawson is softened with strong infectious pop melodies, meaning they appeal to
mainstream radio but then also work perfectly in independent venues such as The
Cockpit. In addition to fan favourites, they debut newer material which is
bound for their album. “Who You Gonna Call” and “Everywhere You Go” which lead
to a trio of slower Lawson songs. Not only do the band have a handle on the
soaring pop-rock anthems, but can also hold down more mellow, slower ballads;
both of which The Cockpit audience love in equal measure, captivated entirely
throughout.
Lawson's Andy Brown
Last time we saw Lawson their set was littered with cover
versions which saw entire crowds signing along. However, it’s not the covers
that the audience are signing along to this evening; these covers are exchanged
for their own songs which prove that Lawson originals are just as popular. “Waterfall”
and the unarguably infectious “Standing In The Dark” prove what a handle Lawson
have on writing catchy pop-rock songs that bring a fullness to their sound and
indeed performance. The boys can’t help throwing in one cover though, and after
the trio of more slow paced songs the crowd are re-energised and raring to go.
Debuting their take on Maroon 5’s infamous “Moves Like Jagger”, Lawson genuinely
look like they’re having the time of their lives. Their stage presence is contagious
and the atmosphere they create in the sold out venue is electric. Closing the
set with forthcoming single “When She Was Mine” and definite crowd favourite,
Lawson show just how dynamic and consistent a band they are.
On paper, Lawson may very well blend into the huge number of
guitar based pop bands out there in today’s market, However, Lawson couldn’t be
far from it; their music makes a real impact on Leeds Cockpit tonight. And with
an album to come we are looking forward to hearing more from these boys. If you
have tickets for the tour you are in for a treat, and for those who don’t, make
sure you secure your ticket quickly for the next tour.
Well, don’t say we
didn’t warn you! We tipped Lawson as a band to watch [HERE] and they have been
taking 2012 by storm ever since. Their much anticipated debut single “When She
Was Mine” is released on 27th May and the boys have just commenced a
sell out 
