T in the Park review: Patrick Wolf

PATRICK Wolf might not be the most obvious choice for a festival – but

at this time of day, he's just the right mix of weirdness and enthusiasm to really click.

Also, in traditional festival fashion, he's looking to get in with the Scottish crowds by wearing a kilt. Not only this, but he's keen for the audience to know that he's been wishing to play T "since I was a young boy". Good move, Patrick.

Clearly, this is a man who likes to bond with his crowd – traipsing

down to the front barrier to shower them with hugs. Showing off his

skills on a full complement of instruments, including a violin and

harp, he treats them to what he calls the "disco" track from his new

album, Lupercalia.

His enthusiasm, and quite clear delight at being

here, goes down well, both with the strong fanbase at the front

barriers and the people just sitting happily picnicking at the back.

It's a warm welcome to T for Mr Wolf.

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