The nights are getting a touch shorter, the weather a bit nicer, and the gaping hole December left in our bank accounts just a tiny bit smaller. Yet, if you’re like me, chances are you’re still not feeling up to actively deciding to go out on a Saturday night. Unless of course there’s something just tempting enough to get you out there, like say, the Sound of the Sirens.

On an uncharacteristically pleasant March night, the folk-rock duo Sound of the Sirens made up of Abbe Wood and Hannah Martin, have chosen to grace The Hug and Pint with their heartfelt harmonies and infectious energy. The cosy basement stage provides the perfect setting for the band’s undefinable style. The intimate setting seems to create a welcoming space for the band’s easy-going charm to wash over the room, turning the gig into something more akin to a relaxed gathering of friends.

As the night begins, the charming and talented Rob Green grabs the audience’s attention so quickly that it feels almost effortless. Green’s soulful vocals and charismatic stage presence set the tone perfectly, as he masters the space with a blend of heartfelt originals and an untamed energy. From the second he graces the stage, it’s clear the audience will not be getting out of here unscathed.

By the time Martin and Wood take to the stage, the room is already emotionally charged. Still, the duo does not hold back. The band’s obvious bond and undeniable talent play havoc with the audience’s emotions, ensuring no person will leave the room feeling the same as when they walked in. Their earnest banter and folksy style create an easiness about the crowd that makes it feel as though you’re merely at the bar with pals, wondering why they brought guitars with them. This makes it all the more confusing then, when they abruptly switch it up, tackling dark themes and issues in an entirely different style.

Musically, the band’s versatility is on full display. As the pair effortlessly alternate between modes, it creates an unfortunately difficult task for any reviewer to settle on a single word with which to describe their genre. So, I just won’t bother. The band’s multi-faceted approach, and seamless harmonies, create rich layers to their sound, elevating both their tender, introspective ballads and their more upbeat, foot-stomping numbers. Though the constant change may create a bit of confusion, it’s fair to say that nobody who’s seen the Sound of the Sirens could ever forget it.

Though it may not have been the most high-energy gig to grace Glasgow, the warm, inviting atmosphere created a true sense of camaraderie that emphasised the band’s genuine bond with both each other and the audience. Though their uncategorisable style may be a little hard to pin down, their unquestionable harmony, both in sound and spirit, will see this band lure in more and more fans.