Recent gigs

[David V B]

My turn for Albert Lee tonight in Lytham. Agree his voice is not that strong but he is in his early 80s after all, and his guitar playing more than makes up for it. I first saw him with Clapton in 1980 and he is still wonderful.

Last night something completely different- the Sound of Springsteen in Blackpool. If there is a better tribute band around, I have yet to hear them. Bruce is unlikely to be over this year so this will do just nicely in the meantime.

[Will S]

I've had an unusual (for me, at least) 3 gigs in 5 days. All good, and quite different.

Steeleye Span in Exeter on Wednesday night were excellent - it's the first time I have seen them with Athena on violin.

On Friday evening we went to see Gilmore & Roberts in the tiny Church House in South Tawton - an ancient stone building with probably no more than 50 of us packed in for a totally acoustic concert. No amps or mics. They did a great job.

And then last night we went to see The Unthanks (4 piece version) in Bude.  Despite a piano that was going out of tune as the concert went on, they were excellent as well.  The first time I've seen them but won't be the last if they make the long trip down here again.