Kobai, Twin Atlantic

Last week saw the launch of the Mill in Edinburgh, but as usual, Glasgow goes one step better by opening it’s doors weeks before the capital city. The Mill is situated inside an old church, meaning that already this is a unique venue to showcase new talent. The Mill seems to have by now captured the hearts of Glasgow music fans and the venue has filled out quite nicely. Performing tonight are two local acts in the form of Kobai and Twin Atlantic and its set to be a belter of an evening.

First on are Kobai, with a whopping six band members and plethora of instruments. Their atmospheric electric sounds have drawn the crowds to the front of the stage and already the fans go wild for the intoxicating live set from Kobai

It’s hard to recall the last time a band performed without a cowbell in tow and it’s great to see Kobai making good use of one tonight. The band is evidently close and performs on stage with an immense passion for music. All the instruments on stage tonight are in full use; nothing is for display purposes only. This gives a loud and overwhelming sound, meaning that the dreary Glasgow outside is forgotten as the crowd show their appreciation for the band. The set finale is a potent instrumental, which allows the band to show off what they can really do given the chance to perform live.

Next on is Twin Atlantic, a Glaswegian four-piece who are about to embark on a full tour including dates as support to the Subways. Twin Atlantic start their set wearing full Halloween doctor costumes and have a terrifying stage presence. They perform their songs with such energy and grace that prove instantly they are Scotland’s finest new export. Their lively set spurs the crowd into a mad mosh pit and a few crowd surfers are eager to get to the stage. One lad makes it and dances upfront with the band, but this madness is not frowned on but embraced by the band and soon leadsinger Sam is also jumping on the audience. This is a band almost certain to storm the current music scene, recommended for fans of Biffy Clyro and Drive By Argument.

Tonight, the Mill opened its doors to two quality local bands and the Glasgow fans came in thick, proving once again that the Mill is 'a genuinely different live music experience’. The Mill Edinburgh opens officially to the public next week and as the tickets are free, there is not doubt it’s set to be another successful evening for the promoters.