The Black Heart is already close to boiling point by the time doors properly open. Camden on a Friday night is chaotic enough, but inside the venue there’s a different kind of anticipation: the sort that comes from a line-up built for noise, sweat and very little standing still. PENGSHUi have always thrived in small rooms, and tonight feels like home turf.

First up are Dog Rotten, who waste no time getting stuck in. Their sound leans into gritty punk and grime influences, delivered with a rough-edged confidence that suits the room. There’s no fussing with introductions; they simply open fire and let momentum do the rest. The crowd respond quickly, some already pushing forward and testing the edges of a pit before the set has even reached its halfway point. Dog Rotten might not have the sharpest presentation, but that’s part of the appeal. They come across like a band who want to get their hands dirty, and the audience happily meet them in the middle.

Tuggawar follows and…

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