Victorian-based indie poppers The Evening Cast may not be flowing through the mainstream at the minute, but with the way they’re going, they’re sure to catch onto the flow.

Since the release of their debut EP Lake, the ambient five-piece have been turning heads all around Australia and as a result have embarked on a three date tour to play to their fan base.

Travelling down to Adelaide’s warm and cozy Grace Emily Hotel, the band played to a modest, but growing crowd.

Up first were The Aves – a local four-piece that have spent the greater amount of the last two years tearing up a storm overseas. The post punk revivalists had brought along a little cult following due to their performance being their last before they head off to play North America’s River Rocks festival.

Taking influence from 80s guitar pop bands such as The Smiths and Orange Juice, the co-ed rockers had more sing-alongs than seen in any other local performance – a true indication that their fans never miss a performance.

The Wild Things brought a little quieter crowd, perhaps given that they haven’t been around nearly as long, but had still managed to wow a few individuals. Their unique style of alternative country complemented the other bands of the night without straying too far.

Although The Evening Cast were headlining, the fact they were sandwiched by the two opening bands had led to the idea that they wanted to play to the primetime crowd. While they were just four members for the tour, there was zero compromise in the amount of sound they brought to the stage.

As they were touring off the back of Lake, the majority of songs from the EP including latest single “Knots And Bows”, “Heartbeat”, and “Trouble” were played to high crowd acclaim.

An endearing stage presence, wonderful vocals and solid musicianship were all rife within the performers half hour set, which no doubt brought some punters over from the bar. The overall atmosphere brought on by the band was extremely warm and comforting, and as such, had been returned by the loving crowd.

Whether the crowd at Adelaide’s Grace Emily was simply attempting to escape the miserable weather outside, or were deliberately wanting to see a stellar band lineup is a mystery. What is known, though, is that those who did manage to bring themselves over to the stage undoubtedly would have had a fantastic time. It would be no surprise if, when The Evening Cast come back, they’ll bring a crowd far greater than what was seen on Saturday night.

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