Gig review: The Sherlocks at O2 Academy Sheffield

On Saturday evening, fans of Rotherham indie quartet The Sherlocks packed into a sold out 02 Academy in Sheffield to hear a superb set featuring songs from their earlier days along with several songs from their latest album World I Understand, which peaked at number 9 in the UK album charts in January.
By Scott Antcliffe
Published 24th May 2022, 21:07 BST
The Sherlocks at O2 Academy Sheffield. Picture: Scott AntcliffeThe Sherlocks at O2 Academy Sheffield. Picture: Scott Antcliffe
The Sherlocks at O2 Academy Sheffield. Picture: Scott Antcliffe

Fans who arrived early were treated to two great support acts, with Manchester four-piece The Covasettes and then local Sheffield band The Warehouse Club. Both bands received a great ovation with their upbeat energy and catchy lyrics.

The Sherlocks came on stage to a rapturous applause and swiftly opened up proceedings with a catchy trio of songs with Falling, Escapade and Magic Man. Frontman Kiaran Crook then welcomed the fans with ‘It’s good to be back Sheffield.” The fans quickly responded with chants of “Yorkshire! Yorkshire! Yorkshire!” echoing around the venue.

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Other crowd pleasers in the early part of the 18-song set included; End Of The Earth, Will You Be There? And On The Run before a more melodic shift in nature with Games You Play, NYC (Sing It Loud), Last Night and recent, upbeat number Sorry- a catchy, funky song with 1980’s dance undertones - another warmly received song.

The Sherlocks at O2 Academy Sheffield. Picture: Scott AntcliffeThe Sherlocks at O2 Academy Sheffield. Picture: Scott Antcliffe
The Sherlocks at O2 Academy Sheffield. Picture: Scott Antcliffe

The quartet, including recent addition for the tour, keyboard player, Jonny Oxer did a superb rendition of The Beatles song Hey Jude as well as a little snippet of Human League mega hit Don’t You Want Me Baby?- a nod to the iconic Sheffield band- both songs going down extremely well with the hometown faithful.

The set concluded with Live For The Moment, Nobody Knows and two of my favourite tracks, the anthemic City Lights and Chasing Shadows ensuring the capacity crowed left on a high after a superb set.

The Sherlocks still have a remaining Yorkshire date as they play at O2 Academy Leeds on Saturday 25 June. They also tour with Kaiser Chiefs and The Fratellis in the autumn including Leeds First Direct Arena on Saturday 12 November. For more information, including their latest album, head over to thesherlocksmusic.co.uk

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