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Higher And Higher music video - The Blackout


In their new music video, Higher And Higher, The Blackout get themselves caught up in a bit of bother. Whilst loading their equipment back into their van, an over enthusiastic (and slightly psychotic) fan seizes her moment and locks the door, leaving the band trapped inside as she speeds off - well, we all have our bad days. But have no fear, hot on their heels is the bands manager, who happens to be a bit of a dab hand at acrobatics and giving chase on foot - lucky that. As the song kicks in, the video then launches into a full throttle, high speed, frantic chase, full of thrills and spills - which is actually pretty damn exciting!
     The fast-paced speed of the video suits the tone of the song perfectly, as well as capturing the excitable characters of the band. Only The Blackout would manage to get themselves kidnapped, yet still make the best of a bad situation. Unlike most people's instant reaction to fly into a blind panic, the band instead burst into life and rock out as if performing to a shed load of fans. They seem to be in their element, and clearly show themselves to be exciting and captivating live performers. As Gavin Butler, one half of the singing duo, frantically leaps from wall to wall, Sean Smith breaks into his trademark move of swinging his microphone around like a lasso, whilst the rest of the band jam away behind them. Indeed, there is quite simply never a dull moment.
     The rapping section in the song, performed by Hyro da Hero, serves to further pick up the tempo, whilst also reflecting The Blackout's musical progression and versatility, making this song one of their best to date. And I'm sure there's a lot more to look forward to with the new album, Hope, due to be unleashed unto the world on 4th April. And even if you didn't enjoy it, I guarantee you won't be able to stop yourself from joining in with the "woo's" by the end of the song.

Watch the official music video Higher And Higher

     You've got to hand it to them - The Blackout know how to write catchy, melodic songs that become instantly addictive. These guys have certainly got their spirit back and are ready to take on the world.


Don't forget to grab your copy of the new album, Hope, on 4th April, and keep a lookout for the band in a city near on their headline UK tour, commencing 29th March.


**As seen in The Motion Online**