It turns out that the power of Californian rock’n’roll is strong, because by the end of EODM’s thrilling set the sun had made its way out, Jesse was performing a one-handed solo running around the pit and the stage was flanked by two inflatable arm-flailing tube men. The fans also got to choose which cover the band perform, either the Bon Jovi classic ‘Wanted Dead Or Alive’ or the eventual winner, David Bowie’s ‘Moonage Daydream’ (though we’re slightly upset we didn’t hear Jovi…!). When Jesse finally took a minute to acknowledge his audience, it led to a competitive cheer-along between both sides of the crowd which leaves everyone smiling. With Jesse Hughes on undeniably good form, backed by his very tight live band, they flew through a raucous set of rock’n’roll hits like ‘I Only Want You’ and ‘I Want You So Hard’ without taking a breath. It’s clear from the start of EODM’s set that they were at Download 2019 to sprinkle a little Californian fun and sunshine on a very wet-looking crowd. Tesla didn’t bring the sunshine, but they did keep the rain at bay. It’s always nice to see a double-necked guitar making an appearance via Frank Hannon, and the classics kept coming, including ‘Little Suzi’ and ‘Signs’. ‘Love Song’ brought tears, warmth and, well, love to the crowd amassed at the main stage. ‘Taste Like’, from their self-titled new album, got a first UK airing and it sounded great. Opening with a blistering punch to the face, ‘Cumin’ Aatcha Live’, they then launched into the classic ‘Modern Day Cowboy’ – somehow ironic, with the straw-carpeted ground soaking up the watery mud. ![]() Their download set was short but offered a fine dip into the vast catalogue the band have put out over the years. ![]() Often unfairly pigeonholed alongside 1989’s hair metal bands, Tesla are far closer to the likes of Aerosmith than they are Poison.
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