It’s a Friday night in London, and The Garage is already buzzing by the time Mouth Culture take the stage. The Leicester five-piece have been building serious momentum over the last few years, and tonight feels like another big step forward. There’s no pretense, no distant rockstar act, just five mates playing the kind of music that makes a packed room feel alive.
Formed in 2018, Mouth Culture are made up of Jack Voss, Mason Clifford, Jacob Keller Welsh, Chris Jesson, and Todd Groome. What started as an escape from the monotony of everyday life has evolved into something much bigger, an eclectic blend of alternative, indie, and rock that refuses to be boxed in. Their sound is atmospheric yet grounded: shimmering guitars, big synths, melodic hooks, and that sense of emotional honesty that hits you before you even realise it’s happening.
Support on the night came from Heart Sauce and Beauty School, both of whom did exactly what great openers should, getting the crowd warmed up, loosened, and ready for what was coming. By the time Mouth Culture appeared, the energy in the room was electric.
Support on the night came from Heart Sauce and Beauty School, both of whom did exactly what great openers should, getting the crowd warmed up, loosened, and ready for what was coming. By the time Mouth Culture appeared, the energy in the room was electric.
From the first note, it was clear this band have mastered the art of balance, switching effortlessly between huge, anthemic moments and delicate, reflective ones. Jack’s vocals carried everything with heart and control, while Mason and Jacob’s guitar work filled the room with rich texture. Chris’s keys added that unmistakable Mouth Culture atmosphere, and Todd’s drumming kept it all tight, driving the songs forward without ever overpowering them.
The crowd connection was instant. Fans at the front shouted every word back, while new listeners quickly got swept up in it all. Between songs, Jack chatted casually with the audience, funny, warm, and totally unguarded, which only made the whole thing feel more personal. There’s something about the way Mouth Culture perform that makes it feel like you’re part of the experience, not just watching it.
As the set went on, the sound only grew bigger. Tracks swelled with emotion and energy, each chorus landing harder than the last. You could feel the chemistry between the five of them, that unspoken language that only comes from years of friendship and trust. When the final song hit, the entire room was moving, and it was one of those moments that reminded you why live music matters so much.
For a band born from escapism, Mouth Culture have built something that does exactly that for everyone else. They might have started out as friends looking for a way out of the everyday, but on nights like this, it’s clear they’ve found something much more powerful, connection.
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All Photographs by Amy Showell
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