The Stockport outfit had grown into a potential headliner as their triumphant R&L set proved.

As Muse fans were eagerly filling up Bramham Park on the first day of Leeds Festival, Blossoms were the ones with a task to entertain the audience on the sunny afternoon. Of course, opening for Liam Gallagher is quite a challenge itself, but the Stockport lads served a balanced set, satisfying both the younger and older part of the crowd.

They’ve clearly had quite a year so far. Or two. Hotly tipped by the BBC Sound of 2016 poll, only followed by scoring No. 1 with their eponymous debut album and now being nominated for the Mercury Music Prize 2017. That’s some achievements. The band’s live encounters have brought along impressive effects after their relentless touring across the globe. Having graced the Main Stage at Reading and Leeds this year, Blossoms proved that they are worthy, and ready, to fill in the headliner’s slot as they continue to astonish with their energetic live shows.

Blossoms have flourished as live performers transforming from a small-size venue opener into a brilliant arena-size act in a short period of time. And as it seems, they might be Britain’s favourite band now. Their debut album is a compilation of smashing hits that perfectly translate into live format. The rhythmic synth variation of At Most A Kiss opened the set whilst the anthemic singalongs of Getaway and Honey Sweet echoed loudly throughout the site.

The five-piece excels in sparkling guitar-synth compositions and sweet melodies tinged with 80s vibes. Their somewhat old school singles Blow and Blown Rose, sung back by many, were a nod towards the past but still sounded as fresh as brand new. They effortlessly shape glorious choruses that will be stuck in your head for a long time, whether you want it or not.

Gracefully intertwining the set choices, there was even something for the fans of classic rock bands. A brilliant cover of John Lennon’s Imagine and The Smiths’ There Is A Light That Never Goes Out. Needless to say, beloved by many those songs left the biggest mark.

But that’s exactly what Blossoms do. They’ve learnt how to charm and conduct the audience making sure there will be something for everyone. Even their acoustic guitar-laden ballad My Favourite Room was quite an entertaining moment when frontman Tom Ogden got a lucky fan girl involved, dedicating the song to her ex and slightly twisting the lyrics.

Possibly their biggest commercial success, the one that placed them on everyone’s lips, Charlemagne, rounded the set up allowing for yet another massive sing-along.

Blossoms have gradually strengthened their solid stage presence and fast growing following, thanks to their masterful mainstream pop singles. But there’s nothing wrong about it as that’s what you expect from a Main Stage act – big choruses and loud chants that will not cease till the dawn as next headlining act will be prepping for their set.