Category Archives: Gigs & Reviews

on a few numbers by clarinet and a wonderful slapping double bass (I love that sound) but it was the intricate guitar work that stole the show the fingers on the fret seemed to be picking out a tune of their own whilst holding down the chords as well – superb stuff.

Next up were Elephants On Acid a blast from the (Deep Purple-esqe) past. Theyve got a great bunch of songs, most of which are Bass line driven. The Russian (or German?) lead singer had enough enthusiasm to get people up dancing, I just wish his guitar had been a shade higher in the mix. Songs like Hyde Park Blues let you know theyre locals too. Terrific energy and great fun A great night!

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It’s been several years since I last met up with (the now Prof!) Oz and however long an interval it is, its too long, so when earlier this year he says “I’ve got us tickets to see Magazine at the … Continue reading →

Tim got in touch to say he was off to the Brudenell to see Woodpigeon and Wilful Missing “Wilful missing are true class from Bradford if that’s not an oxymoron”. Running close second in my top ten Bands from Bradford … Continue reading →

Ive been going to Glastonbury on and off since the 80s and used to go to the Leeds festival but am ashamed to say that this was my first WOMAD. Lee suggested it. Matty and Sally are 6 and 4 … Continue reading →

In 1996 as a subscriber of Peter Gabriels Real World Notes I received a CD with each copy. Artists on the Real World label got to play their wears on these 16 CD, which sadly ended in 2003. On issue … Continue reading →