The final countdown came this Saturday as the last battle of the bands took place at everyone’s favourite orange pub.
 
Kicking things off were The Dragstrip Junkies. The band came on and gave it their all with 20 minutes of glam punk madness. A roaring response was a clear sign The Dragstrips were performing well with frantic jumps and crazed screams being an ideal way to start the night. A slightly off sound mix didn’t dampen the bands spirits who were serious contenders for band of the night.
 
Local emo icons Population Four came on to a packed, hungry crowd. Melody and aggression were balanced well by the band that looked determined to claim the prize. The band aimed to claim that prize with simple yet effective beats which was an instant hit with the audience. 
 

The winners of the night, By Any Means, followed and proved why they carry the crown. Authoritative vocals lead the rest of the band through 20 minutes of genius headbanging grooves. Although influences on the band were clear the band seems to have found their own niche which they used to eliminate the very foundations of the building.
 
Giving some undeniable passion were runners up Sa Da Ko. The band got the only pit of the night which says something about the strength of their set as they towered above the stage. A collection of breakdowns meant the band had an almost permanent excuse to get the crowd going and got themselves 100 percent immersed in the chaos. A great way to end the battle of the bands.
 
Although after much alcohol consumption memories were hazy, this was the ultimate battle of the bands and a fantastic end to the mammoth event.