Pet Needs will get your head nodding and foot tapping until your head banging and jumping. Catchy tunes to a punk-rock beat to get your blood pumping!
Pet Needs, the emerging punk rock ensemble from Essex, commanded the stage at Sneaky Pete’s this weekend for one night out of their extensive UK tour.
The tour announces their imminent third studio album, “Intermittent Fast Living,” slated for release on February 16, 2024 and we were treated to a few sneak previews from what promises to be an exciting new album which is anticipated to make an appearance in the UK Top 40 charts – a first for Pet Needs and an achievement I sincerely hope they reach.
The band’s performance at Sneaky Pete’s showcased a relentless enthusiasm despite the demanding rigors of their rock and roll lifestyle. Lead vocalist Johnny Marriott, led Pet Needs into a high-energy set that maintained its fervor from the explosive outset to the final chords of their 60-minute performance. Unfazed by mid-set malfunctions and a relatively modest yet enthusiastic audience, the band exuded an unwavering passion that resonated with every beat. The energy was infectious and looking around the room I could see mine was not the only face split with a grin that never dropped.
Leaving the venue, I couldn’t help but feel that Pet Needs is poised for musical eminence. Unlike their counterparts in the punk scene, these seasoned musicians exhibited a level of expertise and cool confidence that had the magnetic that had eyes glued to the flying fingers of guitarist George Marriott(brother of frontman Johnny), the bouncing rhythm of bassist, Ryan and the head banging heart beat produced by drummer Jack. The fluid interplay between band members, as they danced and immersed themselves, revealed a camaraderie that is hard to miss. While other emerging punk acts may falter, Pet Needs demonstrated a depth of experience that shone through in their polished but friendly delivery. The audience’s attention effortlessly shifted between band members, a testament to the group’s collective stage presence. Between songs, the band’s dialogue, far from cringeworthy or self-absorbed, fostered a genuine connection with the audience, offering a glimpse into their lives and journey. It is this masterful showmanship that had me running to the merch stand, securing an album before the inevitable sell-out.
Pet Needs had the air of a band on the cusp of greatness, and I hope they can maintain the momentum needed to make themselves a household name. Find their upcoming tour dates here to witness the unfolding of their promising musical journey.