Review: `The Curfew – EP Release Show “
The Black Market Venue played host to a standout night of live music as The Curfew celebrated the release of their new EP “Take It Or Leave It” with a packed, high-energy launch show.
Written by Rob Callum Roe
The Black Market Venue, Mansfield, Friday, 27th February.
The Black Market Venue played host to a standout night of live music as The Curfew celebrated the release of their new EP “Take It Or Leave It” with a packed, high-energy launch show.
The evening highlighted the strength of the local live music scene, featuring a stacked support lineup of Chris Harwood, Off The Head, and Connie and The Rogues — each delivering confident, engaging performances that built the atmosphere perfectly throughout the night.
By the time The Curfew took the stage, the room was fully charged. The band delivered a tight, powerful set, translating the EP’s energy seamlessly into a live setting. Their strong songwriting, commanding stage presence, and connection with the audience made the performance a defining moment for the band — confident, professional, and fully in control of the room.
The EP itself was recorded and mixed by Ben Marshall Production, with artwork by Fraser Pickard, both of which were celebrated throughout the night as part of the release.
The Black Market Venue once again proved itself a vital grassroots music space, offering the perfect intimate setting for a release show that felt both personal and powerful.
A strong EP launch, a high-quality lineup, and a night that showcased why live music culture continues to thrive at a local level.
Photos by Media Images Photography