On Saturday, the Button Factory was filled with a sold-out crowd clad in '60s-inspired outfits, waiting for The Lemon Twigs to appear.

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The audience was mostly older, over thirty, and had an easygoing, alternative vibe. One lad explained he was a big fan of 'the twigs', and bought me a pint, shouting enthusiastically in excitement upon the band's arrival to the twee yellow, misty stage.

Then out they came. Bassist Danny Ayala wore an afro that looked like it had been stolen from a picture of my father in the '70s, while Brian D'Addario sported a vintage-looking jean jacket which paired well with drummer's bouncy curls that seemed to frame the rest of his face. Michael D'Addario sported long wavy hair that matched his brothers, and a glittery red guitar.

Starting out with the head-bobbing 'My Golden Years', I was immediately struck by the song's melody, which had a distinct '60s energy. The band's obsession with The Beach Boys and the Beatles is apparent both from the song's lyrics and sound, but also from the aesthetic of The Twigs' performance.

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'The One' was another tune that exuded Beatles, with a driving guitar riff, and retro, lovelorn lyrics, "You love someone when their heart is hurtin, but they could never be the one." Juxtaposing the melancholy lyrics was some irrefutably upbeat instrumentation, which had the audience swaying in turn.

The twigs stopped to acknowledge that "Its been 6 years" since they had last played in Dublin, and asked whether anyone in the crowd recalled where it had taken place. A few shouts of "WORKMANS!!" echoed through the crowd.

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The Twigs performed a cover of '60s psychedelic rock band West Coast Pop Art Experimental Band's 'Transparent Day,' which despite being released over 40 years prior to the band's conception, blended beautifully with the rest of the set.

The tune was happy and jumpy, and I couldn't help but notice band's irrefutable musical chemistry as the boys played their instruments facing each other.

'How Can I Love Her More' was a catchy love number, with wonderful vocal harmonies which could make one yearn for a non-existent long-lost lover. The bass was comforting and supplemented the voices, as did the the keyboard's repeated chords.

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The band's sound came together in a beautiful harmony, reviving a well-loved American pop era. There was a unique depth to the songs, and it was clear each song was written carefully to communicate the musical depth that the group possess.

The lemony-yellow venue was packed, and for good reason. Even as someone who wouldn't consider themselves a huge fan of vintage sounds, I was irrefutably charmed by The Lemon Twig's comforting vibe and instrumental genius. This, says me, is real music.