Spacey Jane with Becca Hatch & RAT!hammock at Enmore Theatre 22nd March 2022
PHOTOS BY: JADE GUIDA
REVIEW BY: REINA COGAN
After a long hiatus from the live music scene, thanks to our old friend COVID, I headed to the iconic music destination, the Enmore Theatre, to see one of my all-time favourite bands, Spacey Jane. Hoping to prove the naysayers wrong and boast about Sydney’s resurrected music scene, I headed in ready to have my mind blown and my ears blasted. I was certainly not alone, with standout headlining act Spacey Jane, and supporting acts Becca Hatch and RAT!hammock, bringing in crowds from all over the city ready to see their favourite musicians light up the stage.
From the moment I stepped into the historic theatre, the atmosphere was electric, and the good vibes were the only contagious thing in the room. As the smokey air and beaming lights filled the theatre, it sure felt good to be back in the heart of Sydney’s music scene.
Becca Hatch photo by Jade Guida
Kicking off the night, the unstoppable Becca Hatch took to the stage. Becca had the crowd hypnotized from the get-go with her soulful tones and funky dance moves. The crowd was absolutely enchanted by Becca’s voice, and they certainly weren’t afraid to let her know. There was a continuous sea of dancing fans as Becca belted out her top hits. Things really took off when Becca sang her Triple J Like A Version cover, 2560, with her fans singing along in awe of her insanely talented vocals.
Taking a break from her set, Becca didn’t forget her fans, checking in between each song and giving a bit shoutout to her fellow Western Sydney followers. A true test to her character.
Becca was soulful, smooth, and damn right groovy. She is definitely one to watch, and I would highly recommend seeing her live.
RAT!hammock photo by Jade Guida
Next up to hit the stage was Melbournian rock n rollers RAT! hammock. Talk about raising the energy in the room. This spirited band had no shortage of headbangers and belters. RAT!hammock had the crowd jumping around the dancefloor from start to finish. Watching this band live was truly amazing, their stage presence and the energy they shared as a band was inspiring. The crowd lost it when RAT!hammock played their top hits, Love You Til I Die and Blood To Bruise. An incredible band to keep an eye on if you love a good banger and epic guitar solos.
Spacey Jane photo by Jade Guida
By 9:30 pm the crowds had gathered, and the room was full to the brim. As we waited like sardines in a can, the crowd was ready and practically begging Spacey Jane to take the stage. I mean, they were literally chanting “Spacey Jane”. With a light show that will go down in history, Spacey Jane burst onto stage and the crowd was roaring with excitement. To kick things off Spacey Jane played their iconic banger, ‘Good For You’, and the crowd was sure pleased to hear it.
With every song Spacey Jane had the crowd absolutely hooked, which was no surprise. The energy from the crowd was incredible and the room was filled with pure joy. There was a constant sea of people singing along, dancing, cheering and smiling to see their favourite band back in town.
Spacey Jane photo by Jade Guida
Spacy Jane certainly knows how to put on a show, and we are so glad they do. Their on stage energy truly transcended time, as they danced around the stage vibing with each other and their fans. With our hands in the air, we soaked up their passion and excitement to be back on the stage performing.
Spacey Jane Wrapped up the show with the song we had all been waiting to hear, ‘Booster Seat’, and it was near impossible not to be dancing like an idiot and singing along. It’s not often you can say the crowd was singing louder than the band, but again, it’s no surprise this was the case with Spacey Jane. It was a truly epic show, and a privilege to watch such incredible performers take to the stage with such passion and energy. I can honestly say, Sydney live music, you are back baby.
Becca Hatch
RAT!hammock
Spacey Jane
