TIPPED as one of Britain's most promising young bands, Razorlight combine elements of punk, indie, garage and art-rock.

The alternative London-based outfit gained all-important Radio One exposure with their third single, Stumble and Fall, and played support slots with the up and coming likes of The Hiss, Hope of the States and the Raveonettes.

At the end of last year they were invited to perform alongside the similarly androgynous Suede as part of the band's farewell UK tour.

They started their UK tour in Manchester on Wednesday and have a debut album pencilled in for May this year. Definitely one to watch.

20 January, The Joiners, Southampton. Box office: 023 8022 5612.