A VIDEO of buskers singing a protest song in Southampton has become a big hit on YouTube.

'Phat Bollard' were filmed outside British Home Stores in Southampton High Street singing about giving money to corporations rather than the needy.

And it is proving a big hit on social media sites inlcuding YouTube where several versions have brought in thousands of hits in a few days.

The group's style and lyrics have drawn comparisons to Hampshire singer/songwriter Frank Turner.