After an exhausting week, the thought of going out and dancing was the furthest thing from my mind. However, it turned out to be the medicine needed to relax, as I literally danced all my worries and concerns away.Playing a six hour set and maintaining the happy go-lucky vibe of the night, is not an easy feat but Mr Scruff knows what he is doing and after the gig he jumped down to have a chat with us, everyday people and I left at 3:30 am with a spring in my step and much more optimistic about the week to come.
The artist was Mr Scruff a DJ from Manchester, whose real name is Andy Carthy. Mr Scruff is the perfect blend of eccentric, quirky and insanely creative. One thing that sets him apart is that he plays up to 6 consecutive hours of music that you can`t help but smile and dance to. Accompanied with his little sketches on two big screens and his own brand of tea that is on sale.
The venue was Koko in Camden Town and what a venue it is. Initially opened in 1900 as the Camden Theatre, you can`t help but feel that sense of nostalgia and awe, especially when standing in front of the stage and look back, up at the four tiers with a massive disco ball hanging from the beautiful ceiling.
For smokers, it is a dream because you can exit onto the balcony from the second floor and overlook the bustling street. For drinkers, it is a breeze because the service is fast and friendly.
The event was sold out but the abundance of space meant that it had the atmosphere without the usual not-being-able-to-move claustrophobia that accompanies most gigs in London.
Mr Scruff came on around 9:30 pm starting with very chilled set that gradually escalated until the climax of the bass pumping, heart thumping tempo of " Get a move on".
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