Tabitha Smith

ITCH fosters a safe environment promoting queer creativity and talent through a range of performing arts, and the diverse range of performances was wonderfully refreshing.

Girl Scout fervour is rife in Norwich, and what a way to kick off their February tour.

The group also took a moment to appreciate the work done by Independent Venue Week, thanking Voodoos for giving them the opportunity to perform on such a great stage. ‘We’d all be a bit fucked without venues like these,’ said guitarist Hani, and I’m inclined to agree.

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Bright and cheerful Alfie Templeman had everyone up and dancing at the Waterfront, with support from Zigarettes and SOFY.

Fife’s own Shambolics brought their anthemic indie tunes to the Waterfront, accompanied by local act Chest and phenomenal rockers Archy and the Astronauts.

Kids in Glass Houses guitarist Iain Mahanty joined me for a quick call just days before the release of the group’s comeback album Pink Flamingo.

The classic indie rock group Maximo Park proved vastly popular at the Waterfront, with Newcastle’s Melanie Baker providing charming support to kick off the night.

Dressed for the part, trendy quartet Plasticine took to the stage under ethereal blue light, setting a softer, yet mesmerising tone. Immediately, it was evident the Scottish group had a slight fight on their hands for the crowd’s engagement; Plasticine had to prove themselves a worthy headliner, which they did with ease