It's been a hell of a year for Jordan Cardy, better known as
Rat Boy, and his band. En route to Newcastle, where the band are set to support Liam Gallagher, they're just as excitable as usual. "We're on our way to a rock concert," Jordan says over the phone, putting on a posh voice. "Supporting Liam Gallagher in Newcastle," he continues, adopting a mock-geordie accent.
One of the band says something inaudible, and Jordan's tone changes. "Oh shit, apparently this is the biggest venue we've played in the UK ever, that's fucking scary! Imagine 11,000 people bottling you, just imagine that." He takes stock for a second, before adding: "They'll only have plastic cups, so it'll be fine. It's all gonna be alright."
"I've seen Liam at Electric Brixton and Reading Festival; we're really excited for the tour," he enthuses. "We're gonna see him every night. I don't mind making tea either; I can do that," he adds, referencing the video clip of Liam complaining that nobody makes him drinks anymore.
Talk turns to 2017, and Jordan reflects on the whirlwind year the band have had. "It's been really good fun; we've all really enjoyed it. Done a few tours, Reading Festival was a massive highlight. It was our first time on the Main Stage, and we were scared nobody would turn up! Turns out it was absolutely packed, and the crowd was mad."
"Glastonbury, Neighbourhood, The Great Escape..." he starts listing off festivals they've played this year. "We did quite a few, but not nearly as many as last year. How many gigs did we do last year?" He shouts to the rest of the van.
