The Hunna - Live Review

The Hunna Rock the O2 Academy Oxford with a Decade of Hits

On a wet Monday evening, the O2 Academy Oxford was packed with eager fans of The Hunna, the indie rock band from Watford that have been making waves in the UK and beyond. The band, consisting of Ryan Potter (vocals and guitar), Dan Dorney (guitar) and Jack Metcalfe (drums), were on the final leg of the tour, celebrating their fourth and latest album of the same name. The audience, mostly young and energetic, were ready for a night of catchy tunes, anthemic choruses and raw emotions.

The show kicked off with two support acts, Band of Silver and Sick Joy, who warmed up the crowd with their own styles of rock music. Band of Silver, a sibling trio from Nashville, Tennessee, delivered a blend of pop, rock and synth sounds, with Avery Silvernagel’s powerful vocals leading the way. Their songs, such as “Looking for a Friend” and “Are We Dreaming?”, showcased their talent and charisma. Sick Joy, a duo from Newcastle, brought a heavier and darker vibe to the stage, with their grungy riffs and pounding drums. Their songs, such as “Talking to the Drugs” and “Hypodermic Sunshine”, revealed their influences from bands like Nirvana and Pixies, as well as their own twisted sense of humour.

After a short break, the main act arrived, greeted by a roar of cheers and applause. The Hunna wasted no time and launched into their first song, “We Could Be”, a catchy and upbeat number from their debut album "100". The song set the tone for the rest of the night, as the band played a mix of old and new songs, spanning their four albums and their decade-long career. The band was tight and energetic, with Potter’s vocals soaring over the guitar-driven melodies and the solid rhythm section. The band also interacted with the crowd, cracking jokes, telling stories and expressing their gratitude for their loyal fans, especially after playing locally earlier on this year at Oxford University.

A few songs in and Potter's top comes off to the delight of the audience. Some of the highlights of the night included newer tracks "Fugazi", "Circles" "Sold my Soul", "Apologies" and slower song "Untouched Hearts" - which the audience respects and quietens down for. Intertwined with the newer stuff were older classics like "Piece By Piece", “She’s Casual” and “Bonfire”, all from their debut album and all huge hits.

The band left the stage, but the crowd wanted more. They chanted and clapped, until the band returned for an encore. They came back to play newer heavier tune "Trash". The crowd went wild, singing, dancing and jumping, as the band gave their all. The band thanked the crowd once more, and left the stage for good, leaving behind a trail of sweat and memories.

Thankfully The Hunna already have material for album number five, so it sounds like their is no sign of slowing down!

The Hunna delivered a fantastic show, full of energy, emotion and excitement. They proved that they are one of the best indie rock bands in the UK, and that they have a loyal and passionate fanbase. They also showed that they have a diverse and impressive catalogue of songs, ranging from pop to rock, from sweet to sour, from light to dark. They are a band that can make you feel, think and move, and that is a rare and precious quality. If you have a chance to see them live, don’t miss it. You won’t regret it.