Who did you see live last?

[cetera]

I too saw Mammoth/Crue & Leppard at Wembley Stadium on Saturday night.

 

Mammoth were very impressive - some great songs and I will have to delve further into their small catalogue.

Crue were Crue.... but better than expected! Vince's vocals were a lot better than in recent years but his terrible diction meant that I couldn't resist singing along with a cheeky "Keestar ma-har!" during 'Kickstart My Heart'

Def Lep were class. Consummate musicians and performers with some great songs. Slick without being sterile and a very personable feel to them.

 

A great night out!

[casapete]

I was lucky to see an amazing band last night at a private party for a friend’s birthday.

They are ‘King Pleasure and The Biscuit Boys’, a rocking six piece swing / jive / boogie

outfit from Birmingham. Band has being going for around 30 years, and entertained

a large group of mainly local musos and partners really well.
Consisted of a truly superb frontman / vocalist / baritone sax player, tenor sax,

crazy upright bassist, pianist, guitarist and a drummer who swung like f*ck.

I haven’t been so impressed with a band so much for a long time, and talking to the

guitarist afterwards he told me they’ve done around 6500 gigs in god knows how

many countries, and opened for Ray Charles and BB King amongst many others.

If they play in your area I can’t recommend them enough - they’re coming back to

a theatre near me in November and can’t wait to see them again.

 

 

[casapete]

Got some last minute comp tickets to see Rod Stewart in Hull last night, with Culture Club supporting.

Venue was Craven Park rugby stadium, home of Hull Kingston Rovers. I normally avoid big gigs like

this but decided to give it a go, and Mrs CP wanted to see Boy George too. We were pretty near the

front so a good view of the stage, and the sound system / mix for both bands was faultless. The

weather was kind - big downpour about an hour before the show and then a balmy evening.

 

Culture Club were fantastic! George’s voice was absolutely spot on, and the rest of the band were

excellent too. Mickey Craig on bass sounded great, playing an Olympic white Fender Jazz 5 string.

Forgotten how many good hit songs they’d had over the years, and the crowd loved them.

 

Rod came onstage with his band soon after, strangely opening his set with a cover of Robert

Palmer’s ‘Addicted to love’ complete with girls as per the original video. Soon got into some

of his own stuff though, and he was in surprisingly good voice too. The band were brilliant, with

(I believe) Curt Schneider on bass playing solid supporting lines on a Precision and a Hofner 

violin bass, as well as acoustic upright for a few of the quieter acoustic tunes. The crowd loved

it, and so did I, although the Vegas style production occasionally felt a bit unnecessary when I

would have preferred a more pared down set. Understand that it’s probably best for stadium

sized gigs though, just a few too many costume changes and girls.

 

Icing on the cake as we sneaked out just before the end was bumping into Boy George and Mrs

CP getting a picture with him which made her night.

 

[cetera]

Awesome final KISS show for me last night at the London O2 Arena.

A band who, love them or hate them, set the bar for live production and performance.... and continue to do so. A HUGE show from a band who have never given less than 100% to thousands of smiling, singing people.... and surely that's all anyone can ask for. 💜

 

I've made so many amazing friends over the last 40 years of following them. The KISS Army really is a family.... so, as the giant pyro and confetti storm rained down at the end of Rock n Roll All Nite, I couldn't help but feel emotional and thankful. Pure class 👍😎 

[NancyJohnson]

On 03/07/2023 at 08:48, jonno1981 said:

Sigur ros. On the mount at Wasing. 
Beautiful outdoor venue. All wildflowers and smell of joss sticks burning away. Great sound, loads of clarity and power. 
Band were superb. Bass wise, so much power in hitting a simple whole note with loads of compression and octaver. Rattles your insides. All about building the soundscapes. 

 

Was giving some thought to this one, but found out the VIP tickets were right at the back of the gig-area.  If you're paying a premium price, then surely doesn't this mean you're in a half circle up the front?  It's not all about proper bogs.

 

[jonno1981]

10 hours ago, NancyJohnson said:

 

Was giving some thought to this one, but found out the VIP tickets were right at the back of the gig-area.  If you're paying a premium price, then surely doesn't this mean you're in a half circle up the front?  It's not all about proper bogs.

 

I bought vip tickets (wedding anniversary treat) and it was a total waste of money. We went to the vip area and it was too far from the stage! Went down to stage front where there was still loads of room, much better sound. Toilets, bars, food etc all far beyond what I’ve seen at these sort of events before for standard admission. No need to pay the extra. It was one of the most relaxed, grown up gigs and audience I’ve been to. Plenty of kids and babies in pushchairs around the site. Felt like a gig for members of the national trust (if you know what I mean). 

[davepb24]

KK's Priest at his SteelMill tonight with Paul Di'Anno supporting (caught the end of first support wasn't massively impressed but bought their CD so will give them a proper listen later

Di'Anno was in a wheelchair...OK seen a one-armed drummer way back...knew he'd been ill but wasn't expecting that...didn't seem to affect his enthusiasm, a glorious romp through the early Maiden era, "Phantom Of The Opera" being the song that got me into Maiden all those years ago

KK's lot were ... can't really explain... only other time I ever saw Priest was 42 years ago... played a few off their upcoming album which obviously nobody knew... when their voice over video demon thingy came out with "we will take you... Beyond... The Realms... Of Death..." (Glenn's masterpiece of course and a song that means a lot to me)... don't know who the guitarist was who played that solo but it's my all time favourite bit of metal guitar and he just nailed it... don't mind admitting my eyes seemed to spring a bit of a leak. All in all fantastic night 

[Graham56]

Bruuuuuuuuuuuuuce!  at Hyde Park.

 

By 'eck, the energy and commitment he puts in, for a full three hours, is quite something. Almost no gaps between songs, very little chat, just finish one song, then "One, two, three, four!" and on to the next one.

 

Some superb bass and switching between fretted and fretless. The E-Street "wall of sound" did mean that it sometimes wasn't as clear as I like, but they are a superb band.

[visog]

Peter Gabriel with the mighty Tony Levin on bass.

 

Very good show. Some great new songs and amazing young musicians with the core band.

 

https://tonylevin.com/road-diaries/peter-gabriel-io-tour/manchester-show

[cetera]

Hollywood Vampires with The Tubes supporting at O2 Arena.

 

The Tubes were great, but somehow most of the crowd didn't seem to 'get' them. Fee Waybill still half stripped off during their short set and was an engaging frontman but the funniest bit was the bassist. When they came on he was wandering around the stage looking for something and asking each of the other band members if they'd seen it.... then, as they kicked in on the opening number, he wandered off into the wings.... only to appear half way through their opening number with his bass that he'd obviously left in the dressing room miles from the stage!🤣

The Hollywood Vampires feat. Alice Cooper, Joe Perry and Johnny Depp were excellent. What I expected to be more like a jam band were in fact a well oiled rock band! Half originals and half covers of The Who, Bowie, Doors, AC/DC, Jeff Beck etc..... and even featured a surprise guest appearance from Ronnie Wood! I had an after show pass too so got to meet and chat with their 3rd guitarist Tommy Henriksen and bassist Chris Wyse (of The Cult/Ace Frehley Band etc). Cracking night out!

Edited July 10, 2023 by cetera

[Peloquin]

Saw kiss on Manchester on Friday then back there on Saturday for Hollywood Vampires. 

I was really impressed with H.V but I was one of the crowd who really didn't get The Tubes. 

The end of their set was bizarre.. singer being led to a spot on stage in drag with a pair of boots that looked like kiss had rejected as being too high then standing teetering while trying sing. 

Not for me at all. 

[TrevorR]

Thursday night went to a drum seminar which, to be honest, was much more a brilliant jazz gig, The line up we’re all Ronnie Scott’s house band stalwarts - Mark Fletcher, Carl Orr and the legendary Lol Cottle on bass. They were joined by Tomasz Buras on keys (he was none too shabby either). Some amazing music from some masters of their craft - and watching Lol playing close up was an absolute treat!

 

[LewisK1975]

Bit late - But I saw Steve Harris's band British Lion, then Iron Maiden in Manchester on 29th/30th June.

 

British Lion were at a small club called Rebellion on the Thursday, no more than 500 capacity I'd say, and nothing like that amount in there.  Excellent gig, they really are a great live band.

2nd time I've seen them and still amazed to be that close to Mr Harris in full flight.  Support band Stray were also excellent and featured Basschat member King Tut on bass, what a treat!

 

Iron Maiden then in the Arena on Friday night.  Anyone who knows me knows I love Maiden, and they were brilliant. Somewhere in Time is probably my favourite Maiden album so to hear the Title track, Stranger in a Strange Land and Alexander the Great was a real treat.  The walk on Eddies were awesome too.  Excellent set list overall and delivered with the professionalism which is synonymous with the band.  No mistakes that I heard anyway, and there have been a few on this tour.

 

Top couple of days overall and Manchester impressed me as a city as well.  Rained on the Friday, but you can't have everything! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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[obbm]

Went with some family to see the "Lost In Music" show/tour at Hall for Cornwall last night.  Totally full house.  2 hours plus of disco classics from Chic, E.W.F., Gloria Gaynor, Donna Summer, etc.  Band was a tight as the proverbial duck's whatsit and boy did they work hard.  5 singers (2M/3F) plus guitar, bass, drums, keys and a 3-man brass section.  Bass player (Des Woodbine) was using a white Jazz and was on the money right through.  Everyone using in-ears, not an amp in sight.  I was never into the disco scene of the 70s but it was very entertaining to watch the antics if the 50/60 something women who were obviously in their teens during that era.  A most enjoyable evening.  They have huge number of dates lined up across the country and are performing continuously right through to next year.

[nekomatic]

Mark Guiliana at Band on the Wall on Tuesday, with Orlando Le Fleming on bass. A superb quartet, everyone filling their role without showboating which is never guaranteed when it’s the drummer’s band. Recommended, if they’re coming your way. 

[nekomatic]

Aaaand The Bug Club headlining the tiny but perfectly formed Seek Out festival in Gisburn Forest in Lancashire, successor event to the much loved Cloudspotting. Great fun and Tilly Harris absolutely bosses it on bass. 

 

Also good were Mock Tudors (noisy), Bright Light Rooney (sardonic) and Neutrino and Goddess Collective (funky/jazzy). Blimey was it wet packing up this morning though. 

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[SH73]

On 10/07/2023 at 14:13, LewisK1975 said:

Bit late - But I saw Steve Harris's band British Lion, then Iron Maiden in Manchester on 29th/30th June.

 

British Lion were at a small club called Rebellion on the Thursday, no more than 500 capacity I'd say, and nothing like that amount in there.  Excellent gig, they really are a great live band.

2nd time I've seen them and still amazed to be that close to Mr Harris in full flight.  Support band Stray were also excellent and featured Basschat member King Tut on bass, what a treat!

 

Iron Maiden then in the Arena on Friday night.  Anyone who knows me knows I love Maiden, and they were brilliant. Somewhere in Time is probably my favourite Maiden album so to hear the Title track, Stranger in a Strange Land and Alexander the Great was a real treat.  The walk on Eddies were awesome too.  Excellent set list overall and delivered with the professionalism which is synonymous with the band.  No mistakes that I heard anyway, and there have been a few on this tour.

 

Top couple of days overall and Manchester impressed me as a city as well.  Rained on the Friday, but you can't have everything! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Well done Sir. I saw British Lion in 2016 and the good thing was , that Steve comes out and greets the fans, so a cheeky selfie and autograph was secured.

On Friday 7th July went to see Maiden at O2 London. I hope they tour soon. I wish they played Sea of Madness.

Edited July 24, 2023 by SH73
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[Cliff Edge]

Rye Jazz and Blues Festival. A last minute decision yesterday afternoon to take a drive over to Rye to see if we could catch a couple of gigs. 
The fabulous Hannah Williams was in fine form with The Affirmations. Chris Axe playing what looks like a very old P bass and a Jack Casady as a backup. Which he didn’t play. 
Followed by The Drawtones with a ripping set of classic jazz with a big chunk of funk. 
A very enjoyable evening was had by all including the dog. 

[Cliff Edge]

Hannah Williams and The Affirmations

[Stub Mandrel]

Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons supporting Hawkwind.

 

Double header of my dreams 😁 front row too 😎

 

 

[Cliff Edge]

Graham Nash at the Del La Warr Pavilion Bexhill last night. Accompanied by Todd Caldwell on Hammond and other keyboards and Shane Fontayne with various guitars. No drums or bass. Some great songs from CSN&Y, The Hollies and others. Including a stunning a Capella version of Everyday from all three of them. Plus a few stories as well. Full house, standing ovations well deserved. 
He can still hit the high notes. 

[TorturedSaints]

Bit late (hospital got in the way) but I saw Franck Carducci and the Fantastic Squad at the Innisfree Social Club in Newcastle on 19th August. A great up and coming band from France, they’ve been touring in the UK quite a lot and have supported Sting at festivals.  They play an eclectic rock/prog/acoustic set and are visually exciting (Franck in the style of Freddy Mercury, who he freely lists as an influence).  They all are thoroughly talented musicians and lovely people. One of the band members has an incredible way of playing the theremin, and does some amazing visual performances while singing as well. Best of all, Franck is the bass player/lead vocalist and plays a double neck for most of the set, supplemented by his Fender with (bizarrely) a Union Jack scratchplate.  

It was an incredibly enjoyable and entertaining gig.  Check them out when they next come back to the UK next year.   There are some great YT videos available. 

Edited September 1, 2023 by TorturedSaints

[BreadBin]

A great day at Forwards festival in Bristol yesterday - highlights for me were a set from Goldie plus band, Bonobo playing as the sun went down and then an absolute masterclass in headlining a show by Erykah Badu. Her band were super tight, she was a queen diva with no less a great than Lalah Hathaway on BVs to ice the cake a little more. I'm back there today, looking forward to it!

[ProjeKtWEREWOLF]

I took my daughter and her friends to the 'Forever Nu' Nu Metal tribute gig at The Tivoli in Buckley.  £16 a ticket for a 6 hour gig isn't bad. There was bands doing tribute to Evanescence, Korn, Machine Head, System of a Down and Marilyn Manson. 

My kid is a proper emo, who was born too late I think and she *loved it*.  It was nice for her to see live music and she played bass loads yesterday; learning Manson songs lol. 

 

 

[BreadBin]

It's taken a while to gather my thoughts after day 2 of Forwards festival.

Scalping stepped up to the main stage after Viagra Boys had visa problems and were an excellent dance/metal crossover act. Amyl and the Sniffers were loud but left me feeling like their set was at least 10 minutes too long despite only playing for 40 minutes!

Primal Scream did the same thing they've done since the 90s.

I trekked across site to catch a bit of Leftfield who were cracking, but I had to leave them to it for the main event back at the West stage.

Aphex Twin.

Where to begin? Definitely not for everyone! At times it felt like I was being psychologically reprogrammed, it was incredibly trippy and literally mind blowing. The man is a one off - capable of beautiful haunting music one moment, proper screwface inducing bass grooves in another, and then becomes a military grade audio visual assault weapon. He played until they cut him off, we could have happily stayed with it for hours more. I danced, cried and shouted with joy but mostly just laughed hysterically at the sheer audacity of it all.