The Beths have brought with them to tonight’s packed out Garage a slice of Kiwi summer sun, their music perfectly encapsulates the upswing on the mercury levels Glasgow is currently experiencing.

After all the four-piece indie rock band from New Zealand, have brought with them a 20 foot inflatable fish.

Known for their catchy hooks, energetic performances, and clever lyrics. Their debut album, “Future Me Hates Me,” released in 2018, was met with critical acclaim and established them as one of the most exciting new bands in the indie rock scene.

The set opens with the title track, “Future Me Hates Me,” a fast-paced, guitar-driven anthem that sets the tone for the rest of the evening. Lead singer and guitarist Elizabeth Stokes’ vocals are both powerful and vulnerable, as she sings about the anxiety of falling in love. The song’s infectious chorus is sure to get stuck in your head for days.

Other standout tracks of the evening include “Little Death,” a bittersweet ballad about the end of a relationship, and “Jump Rope Gazers,” a catchy tune about the struggle to find happiness in a world that can feel overwhelming. They finish with “Expert in a Dying Field” which receives a substantial cheer from the audience with its twee nuances. The band’s tight musicianship and clever songwriting are on full display throughout the evening, making the show a joy to listen to from start to finish.

With plenty of fun audience banter thrown in for good measure (about the many different Scottish words for baby) the band are delightfully affable with the audience – like an old friend who is in town for the evening.

Overall, The Beths’, ate a band on the rise and tonight showcases the band’s talent and potential. With their infectious melodies, clever lyrics, and energetic performances, The Beths are definitely a band to catch this summer.

Words: Angela Canavan

Pictures: Angela Canavan