First support tonight was provided by a Swedish lass performing under the moniker Foreign Slippers.
K and I leave the others at the back and push forward for the better view/atmosphere.
Maybe it was because of the increased proximity, or maybe it was a predisposition to like anyone who walks on stage with a hat of twigs and birds, but whilst those at the back seemed distinctly unmoved, K and I were rather impressed.
I purchased her EP in the foyer after the gig and it's not at all bad; sure she needs a bit more confidence/polish as a live performer, but I'd happily see her again.
The second support is less than impressive (mad percusionist as counterpoint to the Duke's haunting melodies - good, as a counterpoint to prog rock guitarist - hmmmm...). But it provides a chance to chat and drink before the main event.
Duke Special commands the stage and weaves his magic, catching you up into his unique world; as ever an utter pleasure and an examplar of what is good about live gigs in small venues.
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he's bloody good, isn't he... I've been gutted that the last two times he's hit the UK he's come close to my house, but only while I've been at uni :-(
However, there seems to be a solution to this - some festival round my way in August bank holiday, where I've heard he's playing. Hurray for gb, yet again :-D
Were we at the same gig? I thought the warbling twig-head was dreary and the second support was upbeat and fun. After that, it all disappeared into a painful haze...
Foreign Slippers, I thoroughly enjoyed at GB last year but left without the cd, can't remember why, perhaps they were sold out or I was distracted elsewhere...
and Duke Special, I have waited and waited to see live, all previous attempts at getting to various venues having failed, so am delighted he is going to be at a festival in Cheltenham later this year, not too far away now!
I was very curious and keep wondering - about the olive tree seeds... or will I wait for all to be revealed? Katie, :)
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