Friday, May 01, 2009

DENT MAY AND HIS MARVELLOUS UKULELE (London Betsey Trotwood, 03/04/09)



Gawky nerds strumming jaunty songs on a ukulele aren’t most people’s idea of a quality Friday night out, but Dent May does his damndest to persuade us otherwise. His Morrissey-esque croon is a bit of an acquired taste, but his upbeat melodies and clever lyrics are a winning combination. And although the show’s a bit steep at £8 for a 40 minute set without support, he does succeed in instigating an (admittedly, small-scale) dance party in the crammed Betsey Trotwood- a feat certainly worth celebrating. Not *quite* magnificent, but very enjoyable in its own quirky way.

(Photo: Anika)

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