Skindred
When a band enters to the 20th Century Fox theme, it can go either way, in all honesty.
Thankfully, it marked the beginning of one of the most entertaining sets of this year's Download Festival.
Skindred are a unique band on record, and even more so live, in a set that included the Newport Helicopter, Metal Robot and a mash-up featuring a Tinie Tempah song.
More than just a gimmick, the band backed it up with a loud, energetic and solid set, fronted by the incredible Benji Webbe.
An all-round great performer, Benji carried the set wonderfully with admirable energy and stage presence.
It was a heavy set that should've settled any arguments regarding Skindred's credentials, as they put on a set worthy of headlining one of the smaller stages.
A mash-up of 'Selector' and Tinie Tempah's 'Pass Out' proved a success, although it was a small part of a brilliantly crafted festival set.
Constantly talking to the crowd and getting them involved, Benji worked the main stage better than some bands work bars.
It says a lot about the strength of the live music scene in the UK that a band as good as this aren't near the top of the bill yet.
Benji made pleas for people to keep supporting live music and after a performance like this, we'd be fools not to.
Read our interview with the band here.
Female First - Alistair McGeorge
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