Recent gigs

[Lubiloo (Lorna)]

Josh Tillman aka Father John Misty at The Glasshouse. Brilliant, musically, showcasing his new album, Mahashmashana and some more classic numbers, too….Sadly,it was too loud, for me, in such a small venue (Sage One)  to the point that I could barely hear!

That said, a packed venue and many people were clearly having the best time, especially those in the ‘mosh pit’ with whom he engaged through eye contact and gestures…whereas he admitted ( in the encore) his preference not to do a repetitive spiel, a few words would have been welcome here and there to engage the rest of the crowd, but the music did the talking for most.

When he did a few songs more acoustically, it was a dream come true to hear his voice live. I shall listen to my LPs again, to hear the beautiful songs properly.

The support act, Loren Kramar, was brilliant…just him and a guitarist, quite a unique stage presence and a most beautiful voice.

[David V B]

The wonderful Stevie Wonder at Lytham Festival. Totally joyous and a tremendous backing band. Few people can match him for the quality of his back catalogue and we got loads of great songs, including two Sly Stone songs in tribute. Corinne Bailey Rae was a very good support act. Now for Simple Minds and Texas on Sunday.

[Adam]

Duran Duran, Exeter. I honestly think that they are in my top 3 live acts of all time (REM are unlikely to ever be dethroned). Amazing setlist, combining all the big hits and a couple of very deep cuts (track from Red Carpet Massacre, anyone?). Le Bon’s voice was incredible, and as I’ve said before, John Taylor is a seriously good bass player. I left feeling euphoric, grateful for having shared the night with my wife and daughter, and the fun friendly people around us. That’s how it should be.