Despite the soaring temperatures outside we find ourselves, in what feels like a sauna as Frankie & The Heartstrings are about to take to the stage on the day that their third album Decency is released. They’re in typically high spirits as Frankie Francis and the rest of the guys take to the stage, it’s been a remarkable two years for these guys with awards for being the hardest working in band in music. As well as running the wonderfully successful Pop Recs in Sunderland, and despite the small glitch in the life of Pop Recs we hope it will find a new home very soon.

They waste very little time in getting stuck into the new tracks with title track Decency being the first out of the blocks, as ever Frankie rules the stage as he shimmies about the stage crooning over this adoring crowd. As the older tracks provide epic sing alongs Photograph being the first of the evening but its followed by a plethora of others including That Girl That Scene.

Their jaunty prowess is never in doubt, yet these classic tracks provide the perfect reminder before they delve into the bowels of their new release. Balconette is perhaps the closest to the older tracks and subsequently garners a similar reaction to the aforementioned tracks. However, the other tracks from Decency go down incredibly well to, they’re more mature in their sound and outlook but still contain that Frankie & The Heartstrings magic.

Hate Me Like You Used To being the perfect exponent of this, its harsh undertone and heartfelt lyrics go down well despite the jovial atmosphere. As does the equally deep Someday Anna, their set moves along at a phenomenal pace as Frankie welcomes a horn section to the stage. As they take to the stage the set transcends its previous pace and moves everything up a gear, Money easily becomes the highlight of the night.

Its upbeat party atmosphere that’s cut with Frankie’s trademark deep lyrics, providing a moment to savour. Frankie & The Heartstrings are in insurmountable form this evening, an undoubtedly jubilant celebration to mark the release of their incredible new album. As the band close out the night with a quick costume change into their striking blue suits, rousing versions of both Think Yourself Lucky and Hunger capping off an incredible evening of fantastic music.

Arriving uncharacteristically late, we dart up the stairs of this beautiful old building, the thrum of the band above us emanating down the stairs, and, as we enter this grandiose venue, we’re greeted with a wall of noise. Whilst being dazed and confused by this incredible sound, we realise it’s the extraordinary Fever Dream.

Yet again we’ve arrived at the wrong end of the band's set, but from the short amount that we catch it’s an incredible force of noise. The beautiful vocals almost seem lost, yet the hooks that we catch are beautiful and excited. What follows is nothing short of incredible as the bands change over in record time.

Tigercats take to the stage in a little under five minutes, and they’re in ferocious form, providing the crowd with a blistering set; showcasing beautiful indie pop hit after hit with an obvious leaning toward newer material, 'Junior Champion', for example, really is a stand out track, its poppy vibe and brilliant hooks fill the room. Whilst time ticks on we’re transported away from the darkness and gloom to a world much brighter.

That said, 'Full Moon Reggae Party' goes down a storm too, their indie pop sensibilities really shining through. The spiky guitars fill the air, whilst the urgency and excitement of the lyrics liven the mood.

One thing we can say about Tigercats, they have an innate ability to brighten up any room and despite 'Sleeping in the Backseat' being quite a dark track, its upbeat and happy tone, can’t help but get our tired feet moving. These guys were always going to be a big hit with us.

Tonight, whilst their set is short, its also one of the most uplifting, exciting and interesting experiences that we’ve had in a very long time. The grandiose settings of this beautiful library assisted though, creating an incredible backdrop to an incredible night.