Live Review: Ted Danson With Wolves, Ceres, Sincerely Grizzly, Yes I'm Leaving

In the heart of Parramatta Road stands a little record store – a place where a brigade of dedicated music fans and musicians possessing talent and integrity convene week after week, almost always with an outcome that is nothing but positive. There's a reason Blackwire Records has gained a cult of devoted followers and regular attendees, and Ted Danson With Wolves' album launch served as a perfect representation as to why.

Kicking things off to an appropriately (and gloriously) overwhelming start, Yes I'm Leaving churned out a collection of highly catchy and immensely hypnotic songs, cementing themselves as the perfect opener for such a great line-up of bands.

For Adelaide three-piece Sincerely, Grizzly, it was their Blackwire debut – and what an introduction for all parties involved. By this point, the little red room had been filled wall-to-wall with adoring spectators.

One of the staple circumstances responsible for the compelling progression of the evening was the fact that the bill was made up of varying takes on the punk genre. Such variation allowed each act to feel significant, and Ceres ­ – who delivered an energetic brand of pop-accelerated indie-rock – were no exception to that rule.

They've banter as witty as their name and their musical chops are off the charts – Ted Danson With Wolves might very well be one of the most exciting bands to grace the Sydney music scene. True to their form, the lovable five-piece energetically tore through their set while a highly receptive crowd mirrored their vigour through sing-alongs and crowdsurfing.

As long as there are venues like Blackwire Records and bands like TDWW, live music in Sydney won't be seeing its demise anytime soon, contrary to the belief of a certain Police Minister. Here's looking at you, Minister Gallacher.