Neil Duncan reviews the recent The Harley's Brave Heart charity gig in Sanctuary

First up were the rough and ready Wormwood ska-punk from all over really, but one member comes from Basingstoke.

Fast and furious, these guys are with a pretty broad variety of songs all delivered with passion and good humour, and plenty of interaction with the crowd.

They were followed by Second in Line from Newbury, who have been playing all over the country in recent months. Slightly heavier and just as fast, they deliver edgy pop-punk which harks back to the early days of the noughties.

They play a number of their old favourites and some newer songs just to show they are still a force to be reckoned with. Another really popular band, another really excellent set.

Main support was provided by a band I have not seen before, although I believe I recognise some of the faces from other bands from another age. They are called Spirit of the State and were very tight, technically great rock band, although they felt a little out of place in a mainly 'punk' line-up.

They addressed this by playing a cover of Basket Case by Green Day - pretty much guaranteed to get a sing along going, especially given the time of night and volume of alcohol consumed.

The headliners were Black Bullets who were a little late in getting started as they were unavoidably detained. Still, this hiccup seemed to have put fire in their bellies and I have to say that this is one of the best performances I have ever seen the band give.

The crowd went nuts and the band feasted on the adoration, so it was a fine end to what had been a very good night all round.

Thanks to all the bands for giving up their time for the worthy cause, to Alex for not taking off his clothes (at least whilst I was around), to the Rockbitch crew for the sound and to the management and staff of the venue.

A further thanks needs to be given to everyone who attended and donated, as I understand that around £800 was raised.

Neil Duncan, ISSUEPUNKZINE