Cassyette @ Cathouse, Glasgow
Published On: 13/09/2022
Images by: Lucy Cheyne
Cassyette
Kid Brookie
Cassyette is a name now synonymous in the alternative UK music scene, her anthemic works sparking widespread praise and an ever-growing fanbase. After playing some household names like Download, 2000 Trees, and Reading and Leeds, Cassyette embarked on her sold-out ‘SAD GIRL SUMMER’ tour with support from Kid Bookie. first stop Cathouse, Glasgow, a city that’s globally renowned for its live music scene and the energy the audience bring. Friday was proof of that. Here’s how it went down.
The small venue filled quickly with eager fans, drinks in hand. The lights went down and Kid Bookie took the stage. Having never listened to the East London artist, I wasn’t sure what to expect. The first ring of guitar spilled out of the PA and the crowd stood to attention. A slow and somewhat eerie instrumental washed over us whilst Kid Bookie introduced himself and the band, and since it was his first time in Scotland we ‘had an hour to make every second count’. What followed cemented them as one of the best opening acts I had seen in a long time.
The energy in the room spiked as the first song got underway, and a heavy foundation of chugging guitars and drums broke the silence before the frontman began to rap- this added a new dimension to their set and provoked an enthused response from the audience. Three songs in and the dynamic shifts, the measured introduction of ‘liquor, sex, weed’ takes over and despite its slower tempo, it hit equally hard as the tracks before with it’s emotive undertone. However, they didn’t slow down for long and the contrast of ‘Stuck in My Ways' brought the crowd back to life. Originally featuring metal all-star and Slipknot frontman, Corey Taylor, it sent the crowd into a frenzy with a pit forming in the centre in anticipation of the guitar-led breakdown. Rounding their set off with a cover of Radiohead’s ‘Freak’, the classic had the whole room singing in unison. It’s fair to say that Kid Bookie’s set was compelling from start to finish and as far as introductions go, it was a memorable one.
A tangible buzz was in the air as the anticipation built over the break for the main act. The crowd, now denser, practically erupted as Cassyette walked on. Having only heard a couple of the English pop rockstars’ songs, I knew only a little of what I was in for and the resounding intro is what blew me away. The screams of fans filled the venue as the start of the hour-long set began with the anthemic ‘Dear Goth'. The grunge-infused opener immediately got the crowd moving with fervour. Cassyette has made a name for herself by writing highly relatable ‘sad girl’ songs and a room chock-full of dedicated fans singing every word back created this unified atmosphere you couldn’t help but feel a part of.
There's something infectious about the raw vigour and passion that Cassyette delivers in her performances, each song encouraging the crowd to match her energy - which they did and more. One lucky fan was brought up on stage to duet ‘Behind Closed Doors’ with her, which further speaks to the appreciation Cassyette has for her fans. Soon enough, the moment we had all waited for- ‘September Rain’. Granted it was the first time I had heard the new single, I was immediately drawn in by the moody guitar that set the tone. The emotionally-driven track captured the whole crowd who had already memorised the lyrics and the build to the chorus prompted an emphatic leave-it-all-on-stage performance. The contrast between the gritty guitars, thundering drums, and explosive rhythm sections against Cassyette’s stunningly angelic vocals is what leaves you in awe of her live performances. As the set came to an end, the inevitable encore ensued. Chants of ‘one more tune’ echoed, beckoning Cassyette’s return. A final rendition of ‘Dear Goth’ was played again, this time with even more grit than the last, the crowd using up every last ounce of energy they had.
Whether you’ve been around since day one or it’s the first time you’ve heard either artist play, there’s no doubt that if you saw them on Friday it left an impression and if they carry this energy with them throughout the tour then it’s sure to make shockwaves.
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