Snob Scrilla @ Amplifier, Perth 11/9/09

Arriving at a sold-out Amplifier, there was definitely an air of excitement for what was about to transpire, though unfortunately this excitement did not carry over for support acts Trigger Jackets and Epic Fail, who put on solid shows.

However, tonight was all about the man Sean Ray, who in the past year and a half has gone from relative obscurity, to bordering on complete mainstream popularity. On his first national tour in support of his debut album, Day One, the crowd were expecting big things. And they were not disappointed.

As he arrived onstage, Snob Scrilla was greeted by an absolutely packed to the rafters Amplifier main room, and he kicked straight into overdrive. Snob's stage presence is absolutely phenomenal, and with the intensity with which he performs, you can tell he truly loves doing his thing. Not since Roman Tucker of Rocket Science tore Amplifier a new ear hole last year have I seen a performance this full-on at this Perth staple.

Snob Scrilla just doing his thing.

Having a relatively limited, but solid, catalogue meant a good chance of hearing all the favourites, and the setlist on the night did not disappoint. Launching early on into single Houston, and one of the stand-out's off his album, King John, the crowd knew they were in for a good night. We were also treated to Snob's somewhat milder take on the "fuck the police" ethos, Mr. Officer (though obviously minus Del's verse). Favourites Chasing Ghosts and There You Go Again brought massive reponses from the crowd and were performed superbly, with great vigour.

Over the course of the frenetically paced gig, there were many stage invaders, which Snob seemed to love (though the same can't be said for the security guards), giving hugs and hi-fives. After asking the crowd if they wanted an encore, because he wasn't walking all the way out of the main room and back in, and getting a resounding "yeah!" from the crowd, he invited anyone and everyone to get on stage, much to the dismay of the security (and his keys player).

Snob Scrilla addressing the fans.

He then dropped his biggest single to date, Heartbreak Scorsese, accompanied by a 50-odd onstage crowd member choir (of which I was one), to wind up an absolutely amazing set, one which will be remebered fondly by most present for a longtime to come.

A blurry shot of crazy crowd onstage antics, with Snob still going.

After the gig, Sean was more then happy to pose for photos, and have a chat and a beer with his fans.

Snob posing for a snap with my friend and I.

A top gig from a top bloke.