Hirstys 12th Pint Posted June 28, 2023 Share Posted June 28, 2023 7 minutes ago, 80s Owl said: I fully agree with this, I did struggle with the new album but having seen the tracks played live it's totally grown on me now, you can guarantee if they'd carried doing albums in the style of the first one they be being accused of being one trick ponies by the very same people that are slating them for changing. They would not have headlined three Glastonbury's if style did not change, or possibly reached the number of albums they have. Would be like a better version of The Reytons. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkowlthesexynewversion Posted July 8, 2023 Share Posted July 8, 2023 I saw The Cult at Scarborough the other night. Lots of ageing goths isn't a pretty sight. Tbf Ian Astbury was in fine voice and Billy Duffy was always a cracking guitarist. Wayne Hussey of The Mission looks better these days than he did in the 80s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80s Owl Posted July 12, 2023 Share Posted July 12, 2023 On 08/07/2023 at 08:22, mkowlthesexynewversion said: I saw The Cult at Scarborough the other night. Lots of ageing goths isn't a pretty sight. Tbf Ian Astbury was in fine voice and Billy Duffy was always a cracking guitarist. Wayne Hussey of The Mission looks better these days than he did in the 80s I saw a double header of The Mission and The Cult at the O2 a few years ago, Hussey was great until he waved a Liverpool flag around at the end of the set and turned the mood, I didn't think Astbury's voice was great that night and he made a mess of She Sells Sanctuary disappointingly. Pulp at the Arena on Friday, can't wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkowlthesexynewversion Posted July 13, 2023 Share Posted July 13, 2023 (edited) 11 hours ago, 80s Owl said: I saw a double header of The Mission and The Cult at the O2 a few years ago, Hussey was great until he waved a Liverpool flag around at the end of the set and turned the mood, I didn't think Astbury's voice was great that night and he made a mess of She Sells Sanctuary disappointingly. Pulp at the Arena on Friday, can't wait. Both sounded good tbf last Thursday. The Mrs really wanted to see Pulp in Scarborough but couldn't get tickets, ended up doing the expensive route of day tickets to Latitude next Friday so she can see - she makes no apology - her favourite fella from Sheffield Edited July 13, 2023 by mkowlthesexynewversion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80s Owl Posted July 15, 2023 Share Posted July 15, 2023 On 13/07/2023 at 09:50, mkowlthesexynewversion said: Both sounded good tbf last Thursday. The Mrs really wanted to see Pulp in Scarborough but couldn't get tickets, ended up doing the expensive route of day tickets to Latitude next Friday so she can see - she makes no apology - her favourite fella from Sheffield Went to the Hawley/Pulp double header at the Arena last night, RH sounded great and Jarvis is such an amazing frontman, great gig. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BraddersTim Posted July 16, 2023 Share Posted July 16, 2023 James at Piece Hall Halifax last Friday night, superb gig. Had 2 good supports , Tom A Smith (I think) - good young band and he's clearly going places and Jamie Webster, Scouse singer/acoustic singing socially aware stuff, not as awful as it sounds tbh. James themselves were just great, such a fluid visual band and they played a great mixture of old album stuff and the hits. Outside in the evening sun, just a really good night. They played 2 nights and the following night was when the heavens opened, they had storms and had to stop the set for 30 minutes - luckily we didnt get any of that. A word for the Piece Hall - what a stunning venue it is, if you get a chance to see a band you like there I'd urge you to go. The money spent on the refurb of the place has been spent well. Also it's organised so well, no long queues for drinks/loos etc. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EpworthOwl Posted September 21, 2023 Author Share Posted September 21, 2023 Went up to Edinburgh last month to watch the Killers. They can rock a venue. The show was brilliant with great bangs and lights at the end. Brandon Flowers is fantastic live. Johnny Marr backed them up. He's a miserable sod. Anyway he came on with the Killers and they did a fantastic version of This Charming Man. A great band live if you get the chance! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
owl71 Posted September 23, 2023 Share Posted September 23, 2023 Saw The Cult at the City Hall when I was 16. It was the second gig I went to. Think Ian Astbury’s voice was okay that night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80s Owl Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 Saw New Order in Leeds last Saturday, a shame they parted ways with Peter Hook but still a great show and fantastic set list. Went to the Leadmill on Tuesday to watch the play New Dawn Fades which covers the story of Joy Division, really enjoyed it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BraddersTim Posted November 9, 2023 Share Posted November 9, 2023 Few weeks ago went to the Brudenell Club in Leeds (my favourite gig venue) and saw Fiona Lee (acoustic singer/songwriter from Hull, I've known her a few years and she's just so bloody talented. Girl Scout, from Norway I think and TheCoachParty. All three were great and it was a top top gig. I'm really enjoying getting back into watching bands I don't know a lot about in smaller venues. That said, I've just booked tickets for The The in Manchester next September and Echo & The Bunnymen in Leeds in March. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hirstys 12th Pint Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 On 09/11/2023 at 12:20, BraddersTim said: Few weeks ago went to the Brudenell Club in Leeds (my favourite gig venue) and saw Fiona Lee (acoustic singer/songwriter from Hull, I've known her a few years and she's just so bloody talented. Girl Scout, from Norway I think and TheCoachParty. All three were great and it was a top top gig. I'm really enjoying getting back into watching bands I don't know a lot about in smaller venues. That said, I've just booked tickets for The The in Manchester next September and Echo & The Bunnymen in Leeds in March. Go to lots of Gigs but never been to this venue. Must give it a go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hirstys 12th Pint Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 (edited) Big couple on Months coming up in my Gig world. Jamie Webster (supported by Red Rum Club - which is why I am going) The K's Sam Scherdel The Mary Wallopers Rianne Downey Red Rum Club The Gerry Cinnamon Experience (Tribute) Bring Me the Horizon Edited November 10, 2023 by Hirstys 12th Pint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fat Eric Posted November 11, 2023 Share Posted November 11, 2023 18 hours ago, Hirstys 12th Pint said: The Gerry Cinnamon Experience (Tribute) Is it one of the dates he's playing with Noel Gallagher's High Flying Carpets as support? Seen them about 5 times, they're quality, well worth watching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hirstys 12th Pint Posted November 11, 2023 Share Posted November 11, 2023 1 hour ago, Fat Eric said: Is it one of the dates he's playing with Noel Gallagher's High Flying Carpets as support? Seen them about 5 times, they're quality, well worth watching. Yes. Should have been last night but moved to Jan due to O2 Academy debacle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkowl Posted November 20, 2023 Share Posted November 20, 2023 Saw Queens of the Stone Age in Brum last night. Excellent performance by them, was up in the seats but the moshpit was pretty entertaining to observe. There is also the crowd surfer who comes back for another go though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OwlinMad Posted November 23, 2023 Share Posted November 23, 2023 On 12/10/2023 at 09:51, 80s Owl said: Saw New Order in Leeds last Saturday, a shame they parted ways with Peter Hook but still a great show and fantastic set list. Went to the Leadmill on Tuesday to watch the play New Dawn Fades which covers the story of Joy Division, really enjoyed it. I was at the New Order gig too, fantastic show but what the feck the support band was about ive no idea. Apart from the bee keepers I enjoyed them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80s Owl Posted November 23, 2023 Share Posted November 23, 2023 4 hours ago, OwlinMad said: I was at the New Order gig too, fantastic show but what the feck the support band was about ive no idea. Apart from the bee keepers I enjoyed them The support was very odd indeed, like an avant garde Peter Andre tribute act. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OwlinMad Posted November 24, 2023 Share Posted November 24, 2023 12 hours ago, 80s Owl said: The support was very odd indeed, like an avant garde Peter Andre tribute act. Very good summary sir 👏 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80s Owl Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 Saw The Charlatans at the Octagon tonight having last seen them there 32 years ago, Burgess sounds great still and the band were on top form, good selection of songs, really enjoyed this. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyben Posted November 29, 2023 Share Posted November 29, 2023 Got Leftfield live in London in a couple of weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyben Posted November 29, 2023 Share Posted November 29, 2023 Posted now because I probably won't remember it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hirstys 12th Pint Posted November 29, 2023 Share Posted November 29, 2023 13 hours ago, 80s Owl said: Saw The Charlatans at the Octagon tonight having last seen them there 32 years ago, Burgess sounds great still and the band were on top form, good selection of songs, really enjoyed this. My eyes (or brain) were not working right and read that as The Christians at first !! Nearly booked this but spent too much on gigs recently and seen them loads. Always excellent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80s Owl Posted November 29, 2023 Share Posted November 29, 2023 15 hours ago, Andyben said: Got Leftfield live in London in a couple of weeks. I'd imagine that will be brilliant. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80s Owl Posted November 29, 2023 Share Posted November 29, 2023 8 hours ago, Hirstys 12th Pint said: My eyes (or brain) were not working right and read that as The Christians at first !! Nearly booked this but spent too much on gigs recently and seen them loads. Always excellent. Unfortunately it's become a very expensive hobby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supercockle Posted December 8, 2023 Share Posted December 8, 2023 Saw Deadletter at Brudenell a few weeks ago. They were excellent. Also saw Blacklisters in a basement in Shipley. Managed to get tickets for Glastonbury again, which I’m delighted about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BraddersTim Posted February 7 Share Posted February 7 Going to Manchester on Friday to see David McAlmont of McAlmont & Butler fame with his new venture with Hi-Fi Sean. They're on at Band On The Wall which is a new venue for me. I've listened to the album a couple of times and while it's no McA & B, the voice is still in fine fettle. Then in March I've got Echo & The Bunnymen in Leeds and Drella at The Underground in Bradford. Then a gap until September when it's The The in Manchester, so I'll be looking to squeeze a few more in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80s Owl Posted February 7 Share Posted February 7 8 hours ago, BraddersTim said: Going to Manchester on Friday to see David McAlmont of McAlmont & Butler fame with his new venture with Hi-Fi Sean. They're on at Band On The Wall which is a new venue for me. I've listened to the album a couple of times and while it's no McA & B, the voice is still in fine fettle. Then in March I've got Echo & The Bunnymen in Leeds and Drella at The Underground in Bradford. Then a gap until September when it's The The in Manchester, so I'll be looking to squeeze a few more in. Been looking at the The The dates, he's an artist I'd love to see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BraddersTim Posted February 7 Share Posted February 7 6 minutes ago, 80s Owl said: Been looking at the The The dates, he's an artist I'd love to see. Same. Thought the last chance had gone when he did a few gigs a couple of years ago. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyben Posted February 28 Share Posted February 28 Clapton - Manchester May 18th. Underworld - Brighton Beach July Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarrySpeakup Posted March 2 Share Posted March 2 The Rezillos - Brudenell, L**ds, 25th October 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hirstys 12th Pint Posted March 5 Share Posted March 5 Upcoming gigs for me ........ Red Rum Club - Dirty Leeds Stylus The Mary Wallopers - Dirty Leeds O2 Academy The K's - Foundry Weller - City Hall Sam Scherdel - Foundry Studio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BraddersTim Posted March 7 Share Posted March 7 Jesus and Mary Chain announced for Brudenell - March 21st, tickets on sale Friday, limited to 2 pp. I'm all over this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80s Owl Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 On 07/03/2024 at 12:37, BraddersTim said: Jesus and Mary Chain announced for Brudenell - March 21st, tickets on sale Friday, limited to 2 pp. I'm all over this. Going to see them at Albert Hall, Manchester - can't wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BraddersTim Posted March 11 Share Posted March 11 On 08/03/2024 at 23:09, 80s Owl said: Going to see them at Albert Hall, Manchester - can't wait. Leeds tickets sold out in 2 minutes! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80s Owl Posted March 16 Share Posted March 16 Got offered a free ticket to see Simple Minds at Leeds Arena last night, four rows from the front, still put a great show on and have a fantastic selection of songs to pick from, only Jim Kerr and Charlie Burchill are around from the original lineup but always worth a watch. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tylluan Posted March 16 Share Posted March 16 Picked up tickets for the Hacienda outdoor all dayer at Wollaton Park, Nottingham, on August bank holiday. Soul to Soul, K-Klass, Roger Sanchez, Graeme Park, Danny Tenaglia, 808 State, Ultra Nate, Smoking Jo and more to be announced. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarrySpeakup Posted March 20 Share Posted March 20 Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds First Direct Arena L**ds - 2nd November 2024 Not toured the UK for 7 years New album out on 30th August Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fat Eric Posted March 20 Share Posted March 20 Ticking off a bucket list venue tomorrow for me, got High Flying Birds and The Blossoms at The Royal Albert Hall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80s Owl Posted March 20 Share Posted March 20 11 hours ago, HarrySpeakup said: Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds First Direct Arena L**ds - 2nd November 2024 Not toured the UK for 7 years New album out on 30th August Quite fancy this one, saw him at Primavera in Barcelona a couple of years ago and before that in 2008 at the O2 Academy in Sheffield surprisingly. Brilliant live performer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80s Owl Posted March 20 Share Posted March 20 8 hours ago, Fat Eric said: Ticking off a bucket list venue tomorrow for me, got High Flying Birds and The Blossoms at The Royal Albert Hall. On my bucket list that too, let us know how it goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarrySpeakup Posted March 20 Share Posted March 20 1 hour ago, 80s Owl said: Quite fancy this one, saw him at Primavera in Barcelona a couple of years ago and before that in 2008 at the O2 Academy in Sheffield surprisingly. Brilliant live performer. Nice one I've seen him quite a few times in the last 25 years and with Grinderman I was at that Sheffield gig and it was amazing thta he played there I remember someone shouting out "what do you think to Sheffield" and he replied "I like it, I may buy a holiday home here" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80s Owl Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 22 hours ago, HarrySpeakup said: Nice one I've seen him quite a few times in the last 25 years and with Grinderman I was at that Sheffield gig and it was amazing thta he played there I remember someone shouting out "what do you think to Sheffield" and he replied "I like it, I may buy a holiday home here" Haha yes I remember that comment, brilliant he's much more humourous on stage than you'd imagine, when he sidled on stage air guitaring the riff to Hold On To Yourself I knew it was going to be a great gig and it was. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hirstys 12th Pint Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 Shed Seven tickets purchased this morning for The Octagon in November. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fat Eric Posted March 23 Share Posted March 23 On 20/03/2024 at 22:10, 80s Owl said: On my bucket list that too, let us know how it goes. Absolutely amazing venue mate, wasn't disappointed, sound was fantastic, great view from everywhere as its a surprisingly very small footprint but goes high with all the boxes and i wouldnt fancy the standing gallery at the top, we were on the back row of the side stalls and can't have been more than 30 yards from the singer, dear old do for 1 night away but we'll worth it for the experience. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southy_SWFC Posted March 23 Share Posted March 23 Just got tickets to see New Found Glory for about the hundredth time, and I'm toying with going to see Weezer and the Flaming Lips again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BraddersTim Posted March 24 Share Posted March 24 Last night at The Underground in Bradford...great venue btw, friendly staff & cheap drinks. 4 x young punk bands, all decent, headliners being Drella, who are from Bradford. Very political. Just a really enjoyable hot and sweaty gig, lots of fun. Not usually my thing but I'd go watch them again for sure. Friday night was the marvellous Erika Nockells who I've seen with Wonder Stuff, supporting Echo & The Bunnymen at O2 Leeds. Again, a great gig, McCulloch's voice struggled at times but when it was good it was very very good and the band were just excellent. Drinks prices were bloody outrageous though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80s Owl Posted March 24 Share Posted March 24 Went to see Jesus & Mary Chain at Albert Hall, Manchester last night, great venue and the band were superb, mixed a few later/new songs in the first half but really hit the ground running with and after Some Candy Talking, brilliant stuff. The venue is next to a branch of the popular pub chain Albert Schloss so you had a queue of black clad, grey haired people in one row and very scantily clad girls in another. 😂 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiamOwl Posted March 24 Share Posted March 24 Going to see The Libertines there in November. Never been before so especially looking forward to it. Off to see Little Comets in Leeds in May too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80s Owl Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 On 24/03/2024 at 23:46, LiamOwl said: Going to see The Libertines there in November. Never been before so especially looking forward to it. Off to see Little Comets in Leeds in May too. Robert Plant/Saving Grace at the City Hall tonight, being a Led Zepp fan I had to the rock god himself in action, he's put together a fantastic band and his co singer Suzy Dian has echoes of Sandy Denny, the sound was amazing as the band played a series of ancient songs with some Zepp tracks in the mix, despite being 75 now Plant sounds great, very enjoyable show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarrySpeakup Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 Talking of Robert Plant I was in this queue for Led Zeppelin tickets for the gig on 2nd January 1973 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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