They are Vant and they’re from planet earth. They are loud and rattly rock music that shakes the rafters of the venue you stand in. They take on Reading, yet again.
And they take it to another level this year. ‘The Answer’ is a lyrical tumble, where ‘Welcome to the Wonderful World of Berners Lee’ is just straight up great. The thing about Vant is that even when their songs last around a minute, they pack it with the intensity of a full live show. Each is a charged assault on the audience, even when they offer a lighter reprieve – it’s all just a ruse until it kicks off again. When they yell “Let’s do this” before launching into a punk onslaught, you bet you will be doing it. Whatever it is.
‘Karma Seeker’ is about enjoying the present, and, you know, that’s hits the nail smack on the head. They’re growing bit by bit. They’re focussing on the now, and it looks rather good for Vant, who more than hold their own against some big clashes. They’re just bloody brilliant live. Simple as.