“I started out with nothing and I still got most of it left” is the self proclamation which has become Seasick Steve’s catch phrase. It pretty much sums up everything about the bearded musical ‘hobo’. What the man can do with a cardboard box guitar (the Diddly Bo) and a tin box drum simulator that [...]
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The Bootleg Beatles @ Birmingham NIA – 17th December 2008
If you’re going to see a tribute band then it might as well be a ‘good un’, right?… Back up in the ‘cheap seats (as John would say)’ with a drink or two inside you is the best place to be when The Bootleg Beatles take you on their magical journey through The Beatles’ greatest [...]
Duffy @ Wolverhampton Civic Hall – 5th December 2008
2 Pint Jugs! Nope, I’m not making some lewd comment about Duffy’s physique (although I have to admit she is a fine looking woman), but moreover am commenting on the finest drinking vessel I’ve seen at a gig in my many years of being a gig junkie – namely the 2 pint jug. Pure genius! [...]
Cliff Richard @ Birmingham NIA – 20th November 2008
I know what you are thinking – a Cliff Richard concert; a review of the most mocked man in showbiz. An easy target for criticism, like shooting a big fish in a small barrel. Well, hold on to your hats, I went in an ardent sceptic and came out just a non-believer. The problem with [...]
Beth Rowley + Joey Ryan at The Glee Club Birmingham – 28th October 2008
You can’t help but like Beth Rowley. The diminutive songstress with the huge voice (and the cute dimples) even gives out sweets at her gigs and has a meet and greet at the end of her performance. She’s simply lovely. Support came in the guise of Californian Joey Ryan. Armed solely with his acoustic guitar [...]
