British Sea Power/Man Of Aran

British Sea Power are on twice today. First up is a fine performance over on the main stage. Surrounded by foliage, the Kendal-bred men pull off a mighty set that sees them run deftly through highlights of their catalogue while twilight descends upon the festival. But it’s their late-night performance in the cinema tent that leaves a profound impression on those present. Faced with an audience of people quietly sitting on the floor, the Sea Power gents perform their haunting soundtrack to the 1934 film, Man of Aran. On record, it’s an ethereal piece of atmospheric music. Live, and played along to the actual film (which is projected behind them) it’s transformed into an awesome spectacle that The Quietus feels privileged to witness.

The Doran verdict: A nocturnal beast whose nerves only started to settle after the sun set, John finally looks satisfied and nods approvingly at what transpires before him: "BSP are one of the UK's finest bands. It is probably no coincidence that none of them are wearing tie-dyed kaftans like middle class weekend wiccans such as Ken Barlow's son in a 'I like the pope, the pope smokes dope' T-shirt or Bear Grylls in a fractal bandana."