Review: Nothing But Thieves at Metropolis Fremantle

Nothing But Thieves at Metropolis Fremantle
Wednesday, May 3, 2023

London-based alternative rock band Nothing But Thieves took the stage at Metropolis Fremantle on Wednesday, delivering a powerhouse performance that left the audience extremely satisfied.

With a set list that ranged from their latest hits to crowd favourites, the band showcased their talent as both musicians and performers.

Opening the show with the haunting Futureproof, the five-piece set the tone for the rest of the evening with their signature blend of intense rock and emotive lyrics. Is Everybody Going Crazy? followed, inciting the crowd to sing along to the infectious chorus.

Conor Mason's powerful voice took centre stage throughout the entire show, commanding attention with each note. He showcased his incredible range and emotive delivery on standout tracks like Particles and Unperson, leaving the audience in awe.

Guitarist Joe Langridge-Brown's blistering riffs and ethereal soundscapes were another prominent feature of the performance, adding depth and complexity to the already layered sound.

An unexpected highlight of the night was when a fan in the mosh pit held up a sign that loosely read, “This is better than your singing at the assembly.” Mason's reaction was hilarious, as he immediately recognised the fan from his primary school days in Essex and used the moment to transition into the next song.

The band then delivered a series of fan favourites including I Was Just a Kid, Soda, and Trip Switch, each one inciting sing-alongs from the crowd. The audience was also treated to newer tracks like Real Love Song and Forever & Ever More, which showcased the band's evolution and growth. Their musicianship and chemistry was put on full display during powerful performances of Miracle and Particles.

The show reached its climax with the blistering track Amsterdam, which had Mason's voice soaring over the frenzied crowd. The encore featured a two-punch combo of Welcome to the DCC and Impossible, with both tracks delivering an abundance of high energy and passion.

As the final notes of Impossible faded away, the band bid farewell to the crowd with the exciting news of their return to Perth in early 2024. The announcement elicited a thunderous applause from the audience, with many clearly already excited for their next gig.

Nothing But Thieves' performance at Metropolis Fremantle was a masterful display of their talent as both musicians and performers. With a set list that combined old and new hits, the band’s growth and versatility were on full display. The evening was a memorable one for the fans and a testament to their status as one of the most brilliant live acts in the world.

HARRISON JONES

Photos by Paul Dowd