Are Stereo MCs still around, you might ask? Well, not only are they still around, but they are also touring the world like its 1993. This time, Stereo MCs landed at the OK Fest, and we decided to go and see whether their hit “Connected” stood the test of time.
We didn’t know what to expect from this British hip-hop/electro collective since gigs of bands that are feeding off their old success can go either way. Luckily, this gig leaned more towards being an enjoyable experience than the other way around.
One thing we have to give to Stereo MCs is their professionalism and their relation towards the audience. They behaved themselves on stage, said the right words, while frontman Rob Birch tried to build a bond with the audience by repeating some cliché phrases.
When it comes to music, it was evident that Stereo MCs are a well-rehearsed and oiled machine that rarely takes a wrong step. This was recognized by the audience, who enjoyed themselves during the gig although most of them weren’t familiar with the band’s entire repertoire. Frankly, it wasn’t hard to enjoy, since the rhythm of their songs is catchy and works well with the festival surrounding.
As expected, the setlist was dominated by the songs from their most fruitful period, the ’90s, with occasional tracks from the newer period.
The final verdict is that Stereo MCs are worthy of going to see live. It will not be an unforgettable experience, but they are not an unforgettable band. They are there to make you dance for an hour and a half, which can’t be a bad thing. If you happen to find yourself at one of their gigs, you won’t regret it, that’s for sure.
