“Frank and the Souls’ gigs are as much about a community of like-minded individuals banding together as they are about the music. It’s a life-affirming thing to discover friendships that might otherwise not have existed if it wasn’t for a mutual appreciation of honest, no-nonsense lyricism and folk punk morality.

The community vibe that Frank and the Souls are known for transcends the barrier of venue size, with the power of those songs - that resonated perfectly in small sweaty back rooms and cramped noisy bars - flawlessly translating into an electric atmosphere in the colossal 20,000 capacity 02 arena.

Each gig is fuelled by the ‘friends and equals’ ethos and it’s an incredible feeling to know that for those few hours every person in the room, whatever type of room it may be, is invested in nothing more than dancing, drinking, singing and enjoying the company of those around them.”

“I wasn’t quite sure what to expect as I had never been to one of his concerts before, although I am a huge fan. A few family members and mates had been before and had warned me that it would be amazing.

From the moment Frank came on stage, we didn’t stop dancing and singing all night. The atmosphere was brilliant. Afterwards me and my friends went to the back door and we were still buzzing. After a while Frank came out and stood around chatting to people signing autographs, photos etc. Even though it was freezing cold, pouring down with rain he stayed chatting. What a really nice man! He came over to us and we did a quick video for my 8 year old daughter (who is also a massive fan). My daughter thought it was cool. I was still buzzing days later absolutely friggin’ amazing.”

“I thought i would share my story of incredibly good luck.
I was gutted when I didn’t get tickets to Frank’s homecoming show in Winchester (as many people were). I sent a friend to the Guildhall the morning tickets were on sale as well as trying online but, alas, the best we could do was get my name on top of the reserve list.

Bingo! Half twelve, on 14 February, I get an email from the lovely Debbie saying they’ve got two tickets for resale. I immediately call her and collect them later in the day, a couple of hour before doors! Not only was Frank on fire with his usual charm and incredible music but Will Varley provided excellent support and I have found a new music interest in him! One of the best days of my life and probably the best gig I’ve ever been to!”

““Took this snap during ‘Journey of the Magi’. Such a moment for me and many around us on the barrier in Nottingham. Truly encapsulating.””

“It was an incredible show, I was really positive surprised about the atmosphere he created in the O2 Arena!

I came all way from Austria to see him playing his biggest headline show and it really really worth it!

Both shows (small and big ones) are utterly fantastic, each one has their own magic and I love both!

I don’t get it why many call him sell out. I’m so fucking proud of what he reached!”

“Immediately, the hours of waiting outside (made more comfortable with new friends, bin bags, and fruit shoots) were justified with the barrier view of the chicken invasion (??) during Beans On Toast.”

“The community feel of Frank fans not only at the shows themselves, but outside them too, is a wonderful thing that you just don’t see anywhere else. From meeting old friends and making new ones in the queue outside Manchester Arena and being given somewhere to sleep after the O2 show, to being comforted by strangers during a song that made me cry in London, all set as examples of how wonderful Frank fans are.

The shows were amazing. Then again, Frank’s shows always are; only more people got to see them this time! The atmosphere at both the Manchester and London shows were incredible. The setlists were brilliant (that version of I Am Disappeared!!) and hearing thousands of people singing along and dancing meant unforgettable shows. Frank deserves all the credit he gets. He puts on shows that astound, despite the size of the room or crowd. A true master of his trade.

Good music and good friends. What more can a girl ask for?”