On the back of a mountain of radio play for four singles, debut album The Trick Of Life has sold 600,000 copies in the UK to make the record business take these funsters seriously.

Far from an overnight success, livewire mainman Irwin and drummer Alphonso were school pals who played in cover bands before success dawned some 10 years later when, after forming what was initially The Hoosier Complex in 2003, they incorporated Scandinavian bass player Martin, found a producer who had faith in them and helped develop their style before launching onto an unsuspecting public.

The result was top 10 single Worried About Ray, but being one hit wonders wasn't part of their equation as Goodbye Mr A followed to similar acclaim, its use in game FIFA 2008 and film Juno cementing their success.

Opening to a roar of cheers and screams from a predominantly young crowd, the trio are augmented tonight by a keyboard player and two dancing spacemen. Charismatic Irwin orchestrates the crowd into waving, singing and generally having a great time.

Beneath all the showmanship and glitz, however, lies a truly professional, tight band who also know how to enjoy themselves.

We are treated to most of the album and a few new songs like Sister Sister - judging by the crowd reaction another hit in the making. After an 80 minute set, giant balloons are released into the crowd for the closing frenzy of Goodbye Mr A.

Sean Bruce