Gig spy

EastTerrace said:

James at the O2 tonight.

Never been a massive fan, although have a couple of 7” Singles from the early 90s.
Really enjoyed it, some great songs with Tim Booth’s expressive voice, but veering off into less well known (for me) alternative stuff.

Snap. Never been a fan and never seen them before.

Thought they were brilliant. Really impressed. I only found out I was going a couple of weeks ago so did a bit of listening up on the old back catalogue and was really surprised how many songs I knew and how good the songs were that I didn't know (at the time, but do know now). I think there were only 3 or 4 tunes I hadn't heard before - and one of those he fucked up on and stopped after the first verse (bonus!).

Not a massive fan of the O2, but had standing tickets and there was a really good vibe in the crowd. 

Massively impressed. And I'm normally a proper miserable **** - as plenty on here will testify!

Second gig in the weekend for me.

Lande Hekt (who I have never seen), supported by The Popguns (who I’ve seen 40-50 times) at The Moth Club, Hackney.

If you like your twee Indie, I recommend Lande Hekt live.

Yet another brilliant show by Big Thief at the Brixton Academy. I know some people like this venue but I’ve never liked it. If you’re going there, be ready for lengthy queues literally around the building which makes entry slow.

TelMc32 said:

Sadly, I assume for Brixton Academy this is a condition of getting their licence back and making sure they don’t have a build up/surge of people trying to get in. This way they can better control the crowd and make sure only ticket holders get in. 

Yes, I don’t doubt that. The unintended side effect was that a lot of people got in late, which in turn meant the back of the auditorium was packed and people were getting irritated by others pushing through after the band had started. Not a great user experience but, as you imply, safer - and at least Big Thief were excellent.

Kneecap at Rough Trade records last night.  Crowd as up for it as you would imagine a new album has some catchy tunes. Great energy.  

DaveMehmet said:

DaveMehmet said:

Not really a gig but my sister's got me a ticket for the premiere of the Iron Maiden documentary Burning Ambition at Leicester Sq next Tuesday. 

Cracking night, the film is excellent. Whilst the band members speak on the film, it's mainly shot from fans perspectives. Well worth going to see, my sis isn't really a fan but she really enjoyed it.

Saw an interview with Bruce yesterday and they asked him why you could only hear them talking and not actually see the band members during the film.  “We’re all old & wrinkly now and no-one wants to see that” was his response 😂

TelMc32 said:

thai malaysia addick said:

I saw a decent gig at the Roundhouse, Chalk Farm, last night. They make a terrific sound. My only complaint would be that some of their songs are a bit samey. However, a good 8/10 gig.

Nice…but who did you see? 🤷🏻‍♂️

Oh yeah!!! Twilight Sad.

Saw Colin Blunstone (60's band The Zombies singer) at the university in Canterbury last night. Had seen him by chance with The Zombies at a festival 10 years ago and was really impressed so jumped at the chance of seeing him again.

Brilliant gig, his voice is still superb, backing band really tight and played a fair few Zombies numbers. Was also really funny and unassuming and by all accounts a really nice guy. £30 well spent. 

He's 81 next month although his voice could be 50 years younger. 

Cowboy Junkies at the Palladium last night.

DaveMehmet said:

TelMc32 said:

DaveMehmet said:

DaveMehmet said:

Not really a gig but my sister's got me a ticket for the premiere of the Iron Maiden documentary Burning Ambition at Leicester Sq next Tuesday. 

Cracking night, the film is excellent. Whilst the band members speak on the film, it's mainly shot from fans perspectives. Well worth going to see, my sis isn't really a fan but she really enjoyed it.

Saw an interview with Bruce yesterday and they asked him why you could only hear them talking and not actually see the band members during the film.  “We’re all old & wrinkly now and no-one wants to see that” was his response 😂

Yeah, Nicko McBrain looked ancient, although he has had some health issues. Had a quick chat with Dennis Stratton, who played with them between 79-80, who also looked his age and some.

Ill be going to see that.

I was a headbanger in 79/80 when the NWOBHM was in its prime. Saw them at the Ruskin Arms in East Ham as a kid. Also had a copy of the Soundhouse Tapes  - their first single. First saw Bruce down the Red Lion in Gravesend when he sung with Samson before Di Anno left.   

Saw Great Lake Swimmers at the 100 Club. Good tight band to watch. Not outstanding but well worth the effort.

Tricky at the Troxy, last Friday.

Didn’t realise he performs in almost darkness, so no one can see him or the band.

Felt a bit pissed off and left early.