When former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan left the band by mutual consent in the midst of the first lockdown, the question of who would replace him immediately cropped up. There was no doubt that guitarist and singer Serge Pizzorno had the charisma for the role but there were concerns within the fanbase that his vocals may not quite match up - especially on some of the older tracks.
His more electronic solo project The S.L.P had also been greeted with quite a lukewarm reception upon its release in 2019. Minutes into a blistering 90-minute set at the AO Arena, any such doubts about Serge’s suitability are put to bed.
Starting with ‘Rocket Fuel’ from the band’s most recent album ‘The Alchemist's Euphoria’ is a brave choice but a clever one, with its punchy synths and chanting vocals are getting the crowd pumped, before they come unglued when second song ‘Club Foot’ begins. Serge proves he’s a born frontman and he is clearly having a great time as he jumps around the stage in a very big coat that only a rockstar can pull off.
