| The details | WHO: - Sergio Pizzorno - songwriter, guitars & synths
- Chris Edwards - bassist
WHEN: WHERE: - Leeds University Student Union
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December 10, 2006, and Leeds University hosts Kasabian, a band whose music over the past two years has made most sit up and listen, open their eyes and ears and form an opinion. The debut self titled album seemed to slip under the radar in the mainstream, and subtly impress upon the conscious of those looking to stand up and be counted. “There music makes me want to go an and knock shopping out of peoples hands” reads one quote on a fan forum…Ok this might not be the start of a nation about to overthrow governments…but listen to the Debut album and you can definitely feel the underbelly of a revolution in Kasabian’s music.  | | The enigmatic Sergio Pizzorno |
Adding to the unconventional early start is the ticketing system: Tonight is the first gig to exclusively use electronic ticketing; instead of the old fashion paper tickets fans are sent a message to their mobiles, with a barcode which is then scanned on arrival. The purist may not like it, but when entry is as quick and smooth as tonight, it wont take long for people to adapt. I was fortunate enough to spend time with two band members prior to their gig. Chris Edwards, bassist and Sergio Pizzornio, the man behind the signature atmospheric soundscape that envelops the best known Kasabian songs. | "Music can drive and push people together, its very powerful... and that's what we do." | | Sergio Pizzorno, Kasabian |
Chris is upbeat, alert and engaging; whilst Sergio, in apparent contrast, is so laid back he’s almost horizontal. It’s easy to mistake Sergio’s approach as lack lustre, but there’s a big difference between appearing to not care, and being philosophical in approach. It’s only when you start to listen to what Sergio has to say about the band, the music, their fans and the power of the three combined, that you realise the creativity and passion that this man has. |
