The Martians are coming!

Busking on the High street can be a very daunting experience for anyone new to Edinburgh and the Fringe.

There are only so many places and you might be up against a Russian Brass Band or maybe even a bagpiper.

So being armed only with guitars and of course a secret weapon The Martians have cornered the market in delivering crowd drawing street performances.

So how do you hold a crowd on the High Street. You arm yourself with Gerry.

The Martians I've seen and photographed on the High Street now for about 3 years, most of the time it's not been the Martians themselves I've photographed, but the reaction from the crowd, and I do mean crowd that stares in disbelief. Put the Martians in Murrayfield and I'm sure they'd fill it!

There are things to remember when watching, do pay attention, don't answer your mobile. And if Gerry is armed with his sword. Don't walk through the back.