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Post by thehartshillbadger on Oct 10, 2023 16:56:56 GMT
Well Level 42 were excellent as always. However must give a special mention to the Christians who were supporting them, cos they deserve to be touring on there own. I had forgotten what a good catalogue of hits they had and Gary Christian was very amusing between songs. One of my work mates went last night, said the Christian’s were superb. Garry does have a great voice and likes to add a bit of comedy to his gigs. Good to see them still getting good reviews. I wouldn’t go to see the million dollar thumb though, just not for me
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Post by jaybee on Oct 10, 2023 20:46:48 GMT
Well Level 42 were excellent as always. However must give a special mention to the Christians who were supporting them, cos they deserve to be touring on there own. I had forgotten what a good catalogue of hits they had and Gary Christian was very amusing between songs. We went too - really only wanted to see The Christians so I may be somewhat biased. Christians were brilliant and it was sad to see them only on for 40 minutes. There aren't many 'support' bands who get the audience dancing in the aisles at the end. Thought L42 were awful. Too loud for a grumpy old bugger like me! (maybe they thought they were still playing the NEC!!!) Second song and they were shining searchlights in my eyes so I couldn't see (we were in the upper circle). A few songs I recognised but the majority, I didn't. I observed that quite a few had left before the end. I was amazed by King's bass playing - been doing it for 40+ years and can still move his fingers that quickly. Thought the three boys on the wind instruments were great. Opinions eh!
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Post by maninasuitcase on Oct 10, 2023 22:23:54 GMT
Well Level 42 were excellent as always. However must give a special mention to the Christians who were supporting them, cos they deserve to be touring on there own. I had forgotten what a good catalogue of hits they had and Gary Christian was very amusing between songs. We went too - really only wanted to see The Christians so I may be somewhat biased. Christians were brilliant and it was sad to see them only on for 40 minutes. There aren't many 'support' bands who get the audience dancing in the aisles at the end. Thought L42 were awful. Too loud for a grumpy old bugger like me! (maybe they thought they were still playing the NEC!!!) Second song and they were shining searchlights in my eyes so I couldn't see (we were in the upper circle). A few songs I recognised but the majority, I didn't. I observed that quite a few had left before the end. I was amazed by King's bass playing - been doing it for 40+ years and can still move his fingers that quickly. Thought the three boys on the wind instruments were great. Opinions eh! As an hardcore fan of level 42, i have to agree it was a little too loud at times, and the drummer really needs to wind it back a bit as i think he thought he was in Slayer. The brass section were very good, especially the trumpet player, but the sax player was a little sloppy, even though hes been with them for years. Cant fault the main 2 though, MK can still wallop that bass and ML can still tickle those ivories. It just felt a little chaotic and messy towards the end of the set. I guess that's me reflecting on the gig the day after. I suppose without the Gould brothers they lost a bit of shine, and if you listen to their albums up to running in the family you can see how much their input rasied the bar, cos everything after just didn't hit the mark, pardon the pun.
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Post by mtrstudent on Oct 11, 2023 18:56:03 GMT
For myself I thought Maiden were superb on this tour and I'd have been out the gate after a few GnR songs personally as loathe them but 37 degrees is a bit beyond the pale for me. Hope the other days are more to your taste mate I just saw GnR and walked out after sweet child o mine. It was alright but a lot of people complained. My friend loved Tool but they aren't for everyone. Was only 34 C in Sacramento so was very happy with doing Aftershock instead.
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Post by 36dd on Oct 14, 2023 6:33:46 GMT
I went to the newly refurbished Wulfrun Hall last night to see Those Damn Crows. The venue was not too bad and well air conditioned.
TDC put on a top set and if you are familiar with their catalogue, did 8 songs off the Inhale/Exhale album (latest album).
If anyone is going Manchester, hopefully the crowd will be equally as good tonight.
I have another 3 gigs in the next few weeks, and I’m looking forward to finally seeing Rodrigo y Gabriela in Manchester on Thursday.
The week after it’s Royal Blood, then Corey Taylor in November 🤘🏻
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Post by Dutchpeter on Oct 14, 2023 7:49:49 GMT
I saw a rare sojourn north by Atomic Rooster at the Flowerpot in Derby. Rooster, of course, are missing the late Vincent Crane, but they are an excellent ‘continuation band’ with two original members. Rooster’s raw and improvisational studio sound lends itself to live performance and the current line up belt out the old rockers brilliantly. There’s just something wonderful to me about bands with a Hammond Organ/electric piano as a lead instrument. The venue itself is an old school room attached to the pub next door. It put me in mind of the Wheatsheaf, Talbot, Newcastle Arts Centre with its intimate and pillar obscuring atmosphere. Cost £1.50 to park around the corner and is a quick drive from the Potteries (naturally). A quick glance at their schedule makes it look similar in tone to the The Robin in Bilston. Rooster still have it and it’s worth taking a look at the Flowerpot too.
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Post by ChesterStokie on Oct 14, 2023 9:10:00 GMT
I saw a rare sojourn north by Atomic Rooster at the Flowerpot in Derby. Rooster, of course, are missing the late Vincent Crane, but they are an excellent ‘continuation band’ with two original members. Rooster’s raw and improvisational studio sound lends itself to live performance and the current line up belt out the old rockers brilliantly. There’s just something wonderful to me about bands with a Hammond Organ/electric piano as a lead instrument. The venue itself is an old school room attached to the pub next door. It put me in mind of the Wheatsheaf, Talbot, Newcastle Arts Centre with its intimate and pillar obscuring atmosphere. Cost £1.50 to park around the corner and is a quick drive from the Potteries (naturally). A quick glance at their schedule makes it look similar in tone to the The Robin in Bilston. Rooster still have it and it’s worth taking a look at the Flowerpot too. That sounds great. I remember The Devil’s Answer being in the charts when I first became interested in pop music. To be honest I wouldn’t have considered going to see a semi-tribute version of Atomic Rooster these days, but reading that review I’m gutted that their UK tour appears to have finished. Hopefully they’ll be a next time. And you’re right about the Hammond organ, a wonderful instrument.
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Post by maninasuitcase on Oct 14, 2023 9:43:02 GMT
Hybrid Theory at Eleven tonight.
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Post by supersimonstainrod on Oct 14, 2023 9:50:25 GMT
Hybrid Theory at Eleven tonight. Great little,local venue.Not quite sure too many in Stoke-On-Trent appreciate what an absolute gem they have on the doorstep.
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Post by maninasuitcase on Oct 14, 2023 10:49:54 GMT
Hybrid Theory at Eleven tonight. Great little,local venue.Not quite sure too many in Stoke-On-Trent appreciate what an absolute gem they have on the doorstep. Absolutely. Makes the sugarmill and the underground look like derelict buildings. We should use more of our old building as entertainment venues. Im a longton lad and still miss music nights at Bidds.
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Post by telfordstoke on Oct 14, 2023 13:03:14 GMT
Great little,local venue.Not quite sure too many in Stoke-On-Trent appreciate what an absolute gem they have on the doorstep. Absolutely. Makes the sugarmill and the underground look like derelict buildings. We should use more of our old building as entertainment venues. Im a longton lad and still miss music nights at Bidds. Love Eleven, even if Robin Bilston is closer to me,it is indeed a hidden gem and some great great bands on there . Saw Uli Jon Roth there in the snow a few years ago
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Post by supersimonstainrod on Oct 14, 2023 15:04:53 GMT
Great little,local venue.Not quite sure too many in Stoke-On-Trent appreciate what an absolute gem they have on the doorstep. Absolutely. Makes the sugarmill and the underground look like derelict buildings. We should use more of our old building as entertainment venues. Im a longton lad and still miss music nights at Bidds. Agreed. I think the Gladstone Pottery Museum has staged the odd event outside in tbe cobbled yard,never been to a musical event there,so wouldn't know what the capacity would be,but I can imagine that the backdrop alone on a balmy summer evening,with the sun setting,would make for a great experience.
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Post by innocentbystander on Oct 14, 2023 16:34:19 GMT
Absolutely. Makes the sugarmill and the underground look like derelict buildings. We should use more of our old building as entertainment venues. Im a longton lad and still miss music nights at Bidds. Agreed. I think the Gladstone Pottery Museum has staged the odd event outside in tbe cobbled yard,never been to a musical event there,so wouldn't know what the capacity would be,but I can imagine that the backdrop alone on a balmy summer evening,with the sun setting,would make for a great experience. I went to seeing Moscow and Camp Stag there years ago, nice atmosphere and setting, but bloody freezing and hopeless if it rains.
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Post by Bagwash on Oct 15, 2023 3:49:15 GMT
Hybrid Theory at Eleven tonight. Great little,local venue.Not quite sure too many in Stoke-On-Trent appreciate what an absolute gem they have on the doorstep. Absolutely.Go to the 11 pretty regularly,mainly to see tribute bands and it is an ace venue. Need more live music venues like this in S-O-T.
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Post by mtrstudent on Oct 15, 2023 4:32:07 GMT
One set that everyone seemed absolutely wild for last weekend was Sleep Token.
Missed most of it because I went to Parkway Drive on the other stage first, which was also fantastic.
But I get the feeling Sleep Token will be selling out bigger venues in '24.
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Post by scfcbiancorossi on Oct 15, 2023 8:51:41 GMT
Saw Blink 182 last night in Birmingham, amazing performance. Travis Barker must be one of the greatest drummers ever - His solos were breathtaking.
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Post by cdf on Oct 15, 2023 10:44:11 GMT
Saw Blink 182 last night in Birmingham, amazing performance. Travis Barker must be one of the greatest drummers ever - His solos were breathtaking. I'm so tempted to go see them in Manchester tonight
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Post by scfcbiancorossi on Oct 15, 2023 11:54:35 GMT
Saw Blink 182 last night in Birmingham, amazing performance. Travis Barker must be one of the greatest drummers ever - His solos were breathtaking. I'm so tempted to go see them in Manchester tonight Do it mate, you might never get another chance. 😊
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Post by ragbone82 on Oct 16, 2023 23:25:48 GMT
Saw Blink 182 last night in Birmingham, amazing performance. Travis Barker must be one of the greatest drummers ever - His solos were breathtaking. Saw them tonight in Manchester, great gig roll on Shed seven next week.
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Post by shakermaker on Oct 17, 2023 14:22:35 GMT
I saw one of my favourite bands, Hard-Fi on Monday night. Fantastic band. They haven’t performed live since going on hiatus 9 years ago and I never got to see them, but they recently decided to go back on the road this year. Didn’t want to miss my chance, and I wasn’t disappointed. It was brilliant to hear awesome feelgood rock hits like Livin’ for the Weekend, Cash Machine and Suburban Knights live, and in a more intimate venue where you’re quite close to the band. The bass guitars and riffs took on an extra edge. Loved every minute!
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Post by iancransonsknees on Oct 17, 2023 15:31:19 GMT
I saw one of my favourite bands, Hard-Fi on Monday night. Fantastic band. They haven’t performed live since going on hiatus 9 years ago and I never got to see them, but they recently decided to go back on the road this year. Didn’t want to miss my chance, and I wasn’t disappointed. It was brilliant to hear awesome feelgood rock hits like Livin’ for the Weekend, Cash Machine and Suburban Knights live, and in a more intimate venue where you’re quite close to the band. The bass guitars and riffs took on an extra edge. Loved every minute! I saw them last time they toured, at the Sugarmill and the Wulfrun. They're excellent live.
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Post by Paul Spencer on Oct 18, 2023 0:41:51 GMT
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Post by innocentbystander on Oct 22, 2023 17:33:17 GMT
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Post by Not_Nick_H on Oct 23, 2023 15:27:36 GMT
Pretenders at Content in Liverpool. £25* - couldn't fault it. Chrissie Hynde still rocking like they're a new band. Can't believe she's 72! Not a bad venue - part of Cain's brewery site if anyone knows that area of Liverpool. Talking at gigs is definitely a (f'ing irritating) thing now. Made doubly so when lt's two squeaky scouse women behind you. * I think they're doing their best not to play the music biz game.
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Post by cdf on Oct 23, 2023 15:32:55 GMT
Shed Seven in Stoke for me tonight
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Post by pretzel on Oct 23, 2023 19:42:15 GMT
![](//storage.proboards.com/800541/thumbnailer/YbYUZFFSlNrotsU0iCqD.png) Our next show is in February when we host Isabella Coulstock who was recently the main support for The Who at the O2 in London
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Post by stuammo on Oct 23, 2023 22:26:27 GMT
Just back from Shed Seven at the Vicky Hall. Another awesome gig by the band. Never fail to impress and seem to get better and better each time I see them. take a bow Rick Witter
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Post by domjon on Oct 23, 2023 22:31:26 GMT
Protomartyr at YES for me tonight, great band, tight as fuck. Slowdive next week at the ritz
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Post by maninasuitcase on Oct 23, 2023 23:06:29 GMT
Shed seven were brilliant tonight. Got to meet the band after the show. They are genuinely the most down to earth people you will ever meet. Excellent night.
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Post by maninasuitcase on Oct 23, 2023 23:10:26 GMT
Asylum next on sunday.
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