GIG REVIEWS 3

<body topmargin=0 leftmargin=0 marginheight=0 marginwidth=0> <table cellpadding=0 cellspacing=0 border=0 height="100%"><tr> <td valign="top" width=210 BGCOLOR="#333366" TEXT="#080000"> <div> <A HREF="index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="www.scotrock.co.uk"><U><I><STRIKE><IMG SRC="523aaaa0.jpg" border=0 width="170" height="170" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></STRIKE></I></U></A></div> <bR> <div> <TABLE BORDER="6" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="2" WIDTH="148" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#444444" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" BGCOLOR=#000000 > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP BGCOLOR=#333366 HEIGHT= 19 WIDTH="126"><div> <A HREF="site_map.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="SITE MAP"><U><B>SITE MAP</B></U></A></div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> <div> <IMG SRC="1180b4870.jpg" border=0 width="180" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> <B>GIGS REVIEWED -</B></div> <div> <A HREF="id154_m.htm#magnum" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="GIG REVIEWS 3"><U>MAGNUM</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id154_m.htm#porcupine_tree" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="GIG REVIEWS 3"><U>PORCUPINE TREE</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id154_m.htm#alter_bridge__2" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="GIG REVIEWS 3"><U> </U></A><A HREF="id154_m.htm#alter_bridge__2" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="GIG REVIEWS 3"><U>ALTER BRIDGE</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id154_m.htm#u2" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="GIG REVIEWS 3"><U>U2</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id154_m.htm#_motley_crue" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="GIG REVIEWS 3"><U>MOTLEY CRUE</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id154_m.htm#logan_1" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="GIG REVIEWS 3"><U>LOGAN</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id154_m.htm#alter_bridge" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="GIG REVIEWS 3"><U>ALTER BRIDGE</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id154_m.htm#steve_earle" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="GIG REVIEWS 3"><U>STEVE EARLE</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id154_m.htm#maroon5" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="GIG REVIEWS 3"><U>MAROON 5</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id154_m.htm#rush" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="GIG REVIEWS 3"><U>RUSH</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id154_m.htm#ufo" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="GIG REVIEWS 3"><U>UFO</U></A></div> <bR> <bR> </td> <td valign="top" BGCOLOR="#000000" TEXT="#F7F7FF"> <div> <I>+</I><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" ><I>GIG REVIEWS 3</I></FONT></div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B><U>GIG REVIEWS 1</U></B></div> <bR> <div> <B><U> <A NAME="magnum"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></U></B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#006699" FACE="Arial" ><B><U>MAGNUM</U></B></FONT></div> <div> <B>The Garage (Glasgow), 10/12/05</B></div> <div> It`s a freezing cold night, yet despite this auld timers Magnum packed out the Garage on their "Storytellers Night" anniversary tour.</div> <div> The band split the show into two halfs, part 1 playing some old classics like "Sacred hour", "the Spirit", and "Soldier of the line" and playing them just as well now as they ever did, with a very vocal Garage choir adding to the backing vocals. After a short break (maybe a cup of tea and a scone!) the band reappeared and stormed through the entire "On a storyteller's night" album (with one exception). This is what the crowd had turned up to see. Many of us were at the original shows 20 years ago, so it was great to hear these songs again. "Just like an arrow", "Two hearts" and my personal favourite "Les morts Dansant" showed the guys can still do it even if nearing their pension age. Bob Catley's voice never faltered the whole night.</div> <div> My only dissapointment? - no "the last dance" to finish the gig, but they made up for that with a stoming rendition of "Kingdom of Madness" which is when I relived my youth jumping round like a maddie! On the whole a great night.</div> <div> Peter White (Dec 05)</div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <I> <A NAME="porcupine_tree"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></I><B><U>PORCUPINE TREE</U></B></div> <div> <B>& Robert Fripp, The Glasgow Academy 9/12/05</B></div> <div> Porcupine Tree`s supporting slot was filled by prog rock legend Robert Fripp. The King Crimson guitarist took the stage on his own and took a comfy seat, together with guitar next to his effects unit. Robert spent the next half hour creating one continuous soundscape while pictures from different stages in his life passed overhead. The music was sedate and melancholy, and seemed to provoke two distinctly different reactions from the Academy crowd. One half were completely mesmerized while the others seemed bewildered and promptly headed for the bar. Ultimately this performance would have made great listening for a quiet night in at home, while it appeared many wanted Robert to flex his considerable musical muscles a bit more. Yet if Robert Fripp can't overindulge himself who can?</div> <div> Porcupine Tree began their set with a brace of rockier songs. Opener "Open Car" had a slightly muddy sound which was quickly rectified before a sublime performance of "Blackest Eyes". Frontman Steven Wilson`s guitar sounded bone crunchingly heavy, and it seems the more Porcupine Tree rock the bigger their audiences get. A few years ago Porcupine Tree couldn`t have filled venues like the Academy, but with word of mouth spreading their name, and producing continually quality music they are now seeing the rewards of years of hard work. As established fans know, Porcupine Tree have more than one string to their bow and followed the opening storm with the delicate "Lazarus".</div> <div> Most of tonight's set was taken from the band's two most recent albums Deadwing and In Absentia, with the rest of their back catalogue being dipped into at random. Colin Edwin provided his usual first class rolling bass lines, and Richard Barbieris lush keyboards gave a stark contrast to the howling guitars. The night ended with fan favourite "Trains".This was an excellent show from one of the best progressive rock bands around. </div> <div> Alan Cosh (20/12/05)</div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B><U> <A NAME="alter_bridge__2"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></U></B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#006699" FACE="Arial" ><B><U>ALTER BRIDGE</U></B></FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B>& LOGAN, The Glasgow Academy 10/11/05</B></div> <div> Very seldom does a gig come along where you get two great bands for the price of one, it's like Asda doing a special offer on your favourite beer, and that's what a packed Glasgow crowd got tonight.</div> <div> Local boys Logan were the special guests for the hugely popular Alter Bridge, and the Academy was certainly filling up long before they hit the stage, quite unusual for a support band. Many had come to see Logan, myself included after seeing them recently with Diamond Head. These guys work extremely hard to deliver top quality songs and performance and they didn't disappoint tonight. "From the moment I wake...", "Gone", "Time has come" were delivered with a rocking punch which had the crowd bouncing and singing along. Singer Kenny Collins has a truly remarkable voice and I was amazed at the playing of drummer Iain Stratton, but it was hard not to notice how much these guys were enjoying playing to a home crowd. The excellent "Something else" rounded off a great performance and it still stuns me that they haven't got a recording deal, but going by this performance it won't be long in materialising.</div> <div> I was introduced to Alter Bridge by my partner in crime Alan and it's yet another debt I owe him (Thanks again for the tickets!). Again these guys literally blew me away. Mark Tremonti is a great guitarist showing off his talents on "One day remains" and opener "Find the real" but it was singer Myles Kennedy I wanted to see. There are many singers who just can't deliver it live but not so in this case, Kennedy's voice sounds even better in the flesh as he pounced about the stage. It was also great for old timers like me to see them halfway through their set, burst into DC's "Whole lotta rosie" and Zep's "rock n Roll", both done to perfection. The rest of the set came from the debut album, "Broken wings" another stand out, and set closer "Open your eyes" sent me home with a big smile on my face, a really great gig.</div> <div> Special mention to Logan who did a "meet and greet" at the T-shirt stall as the crowd left, and they were mobbed... told you they were hard working!</div> <div> Peter White (23/11/05)</div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <I> <A NAME="u2"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></I><B><U>U2</U></B></div> <div> <B>Hampden Park, Glasgow 21/06/05</B></div> <div>  Let me start by saying I hate open air gigs. When I see the main band I want it to be dark, then for big stage lights to come on, and then I'm mezmorised by the show. Waiting about in the hot sun (I know, sunny in June!), watching support bands that were, to be blunt, utter pish, I was beginning to get really fed up. But that all changed at 8.45pm that night when the intro music started and four Irish guys strolled onto the stage and literally blew me away. U2 can deliver, no-one can deny them that. There is an air about them that says they are the biggest band in the world and you will enjoy this show. Kicking off with " Vertigo" Bono wasted no time in working the crowd into a frenzy, as they delved into their extensive back catalogue with "electric co." and " New years day".</div> <div> The new songs easily mixed with the older stuff, "Miracle drug" and the poignant "Sometimes you can't make it on you own" which made full use of the giant light show going on behind the band. Bono was now up and down the runways leading into the crowd with the Edge using the other side, they looked like two wingers attacking an inviting defence.</div> <div> "Elevation" and "Beautiful day" survived from the last tour and "Sunday bloody Sunday" was always going to be in there somewhere. We all know Bono is a bit more political these days but I don't think he tried to ram it down anyone's throat too much."Running to stand still" was a surprise entry as was "who's gonna ride your wild horses" but my favorite of the night was always going to be "Where the streets have no name". I really can't explain, but no matter where I am, no matter the time of day, whether it's live or on the radio, when I hear the opening bars of that song the hairs on my arms stand up and a shiver just goes through me. Not many songs have that effect but that one does.</div> <div> All too soon the night was coming to an end. I had escaped from down the front of the "pit" to the safety of the back of the seating area and I watched the last song from there. As at the beginning, they closed with "Vertigo" and the whole of Hampden was bouncing. U2 had came, saw, and easily conquered 50,000 people and I can't wait for next time.</div> <div> Downpoints....you must be joking!!</div> <div> Peter White (30/06/05)</div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <U> <A NAME="_motley_crue"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></U><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#006699" FACE="Arial" ><B><U>MOTLEY CRUE</U></B></FONT></div> <div> <B>SECC, 14/06/05</B></div> <div>  The "Carnival Of Sin " tour rolled into Glasgow and the bad boys of rock certainly lived up to their reputation. Love them or loathe them, no-one can deny that the Crue have made a dent in rock's history books, maybe not always for their music but certainly for their off stage antics.</div> <div> I remember seeing these four - no fear, in your face, down your throat, hairsprayed and tattooed upstarts back in 1984 at the Donnington festival. Now 20 odd years later they finally make it to Glasgow looking older, fatter, and a wee bit worse for wear. The guys opened with "Shout at the devil" with lots of fire and three scantily clad females dancing round the stage (oh, and let's not forget the midget!). For the first half of the show (yes, they needed a 10 minute break, well Mick Mars is 92!) they played songs from the first 2 albums including stuff I had forgotten all about like "On with the show" and "Redhot". Vince Neil and Nikki Sixx working the crowd to the delights of all the females.</div> <div> The second half of the show opened with "Girls, girls, girls" with said dancers pole dancing and strutting what little they had on, proving that with the Crue not only do you get the music you get the full theatre antics. "Wild side", "Dr. Feelgood" and the excellent "Kickstart my heart " livened up the pace. Then it was time for Tommy`s "Titty cam". This involved Tommy Lee pointing a video camera into the crowd and asking the  ladies to expose their assets...bloody brilliant!</div> <div> "Home sweet home" reminded us that these guys can write some decent stuff and all too soon the carnival was over. Vince Neil stated they would be back soon but I have my doubts. Whether they did it for the money or whatever reason, I'm just glad they did do it. It was a great night, although I needed a bath right after it to wash off the dirt.</div> <div> Downpoints...no drum solo (never thought I'd say that) and a wee lack of cohesion between Vince and Tommy (well there is a lot of history there!!)</div> <div> Peter White (30/06/05)</div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div>  <A NAME="logan_1"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#006699" FACE="Arial" ><B><U>LOGAN</U></B></FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B>The Barfly, Glasgow 2/02/05</B></div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG SRC="3708e630.jpg" border=0 width="654" height="355" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> <div> LOGAN Photo by Alan Cosh 2005</div> <bR> <div> This was Logan's first headline gig since their impressive support slot with Alter Bridge last November. Our evening's support came from rockers Red Brick Tent. RBT gave a solid performance with some nice Thin Lizzy style twin lead guitar work.</div> <bR> <div> Logan hit the stage shortly after and ripped into fans' favorite Like A Rain. The Glaswegian purveyors of melodic hard rock were in fine form and delivered a faultless 8 song set. As a band Logan play tighter than an Elephant's condom and heavy enough to rattle the floorboards. Yet they also have a thoughtfull, more sedate side which they showed during the "beautiful" Hey Mary. Singer Kenny Collins not only has a great voice but possesses that all important factor - stage presence.</div> <bR> <div> Logan finished with a scorching new song, which left the audience happy and hungry for more. Logan are a band to keep a close eye on as they have real potential to go far.</div> <bR> <div> Alan Cosh (4/02/05)</div> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div>  <A NAME="alter_bridge"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#006699" FACE="Arial" ><B><U>ALTER BRIDGE</U></B></FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B>& LOGAN, The Glasgow Garage  30/11/04</B></div> <bR> <div> Support band Logan were the surprise package of the evening. Logan are a hard rocking local band from Glasgow who have just released their debut album First Leaf Fallen (see SR review). They are a very competent band and very passionate about their music. Their sound reminds me of Creed, Pearl Jam, and Kyuss. Seeing an unknown support band can be a hit or a miss experience yet Logan quickly won the Garage crowd over and had definitely made new friends by the end of their half hour set.  </div> <bR> <div> Headliners Alter Bridge took the stage at 8.30 PM to deafening applause. Unfortunately the audience were met by deafening silence as Mark Tremontis guitar failed to work during his machine gun style intro for opening number One Day Remains. Frontman Myles Kennedy laughingly told the crowd "we seem to be having a Spinal Tap moment" as Mark and roadies frantically worked to solve the problem.</div> <bR> <div> Alter Bridge started again, taking it from the top and spent the next hour and a half delivering a faultless and highly enjoyable set. There were no further technical difficulties and the sound in The Garage was perfect. Singer Myles Kennedy's voice was fantastic live and the enigmatic frontman clearly enjoyed working the crowd and bantering between songs. Mark Tremontis guitar playing was excellent while bassist Brian Marshall and drummer Scott Philips took care of business efficiently, seeming happy to leave the showmanship to Kennedy and Tremonti.</div> <bR> <div> Alter Bridge played the whole of their impressive debut album One Day Remains. They are obviously keen to move on from their old band Creed as they didn`t play any Creed songs! (though it would have been great to hear Who's Got My Back?). Stand out tracks were Metalingus, The End Is Here, and of course Open Your Eyes. Alter Bridge treated us to a short acoustic set and jamming session before playing Led Zeppelin's Rock 'N' Roll and Deep Purples Highway Star.</div> <bR> <div> They seemed genuinely delighted with the Glasgow crowd's response and proudly held aloft a joined Saltire and Stars N Stripes flag which was thrown from the audience. Hopefully they will be back in Scotland again before too long as they promised.</div> <bR> <div> Alan Cosh (1/12/04)</div> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div>  <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > <A NAME="steve_earle"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></FONT><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#006699" FACE="Arial" ><B><U>STEVE EARLE & THE DUKES</U></B></FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B> Glasgow Barrowlands 19/11/2004</B></div> <bR> <div> Texan country rock artist Steve Earle breezed into Glasgow on Friday night for a sell out show at the Barras, one of his personal favorite venues. He appeared on stage at 8.10 pm to introduce the red haired, seriously good looking and wonderful singer Allison Moorer, and much to everyone's surprise no-one recognized him, but more of the great man later. Allison Moorer started a little nervous (obviously heard of the Barras crowd reputation) but she soon warmed up and definitely warmed a cold Glasgow crowd. We expect to hear more from this talented lady. </div> <bR> <div> But to Stevie boy - he strolled on stage just after 8.30 pm and played for the next 2 and a half hours, delivering a more upbeat and rockier set than previous tours. Earle looked mean, lean and ready to start the revolution all on his own. Backed by the ever faithful Dukes, Earle tore through material from his new album, "the revolution starts now" (see SR review) and indulged into his extensive back catalogue every so often. His voice never wavered and he genuinely seemed to enjoy his little anecdotes with the crowd, every now and then preaching on his disgust at the recent Presidential elections in his homeland. Though it was his songs that the crowd wanted and he certainly delivered, highlights included "Christmas in Washington" with backing vocals coming from a very loud but never in tune barras crowd, and the Grammy award winning "Goodbye", and also the very apt in this current climate "rich mans war". Alison Moorer came back on to duet with Steve on several songs, providing previously unseen glamour in the Dukes. </div> <bR> <div> Earle did not seem to want to leave the stage and worked through some covers including "peace, love and understanding" and finally did troop off stage to wondrous applause. I have had the privilege of seeing Steve Earle several times over the last 15 years or so and this gig saw the big man at his best since the Copperhead road tour many moons ago...am I really that old? Well as long as Steve Earle keeps touring, I'll keep going to see him! </div> <bR> <div> Peter White & Alan Cosh (25/11/04)</div> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B> <A NAME="maroon5"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0066CC" FACE="Arial" ><B><U>MAROON 5</U></B></FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B> SECC 8/10/04</B></div> <bR> <div> American chart toppers Maroon 5 came to Glasgow on a wet Friday night in support of their excellent debut album "Songs about Jane".The gig had originally been set for the Barrowlands but due to such a high demand for tickets they moved to that aircraft hanger of a venue, the Exhibition Centre. Again this had sold out quickly and one wonders if they should have played the bigger arena. </div> <bR> <div> Maroon 5 have come along way since an early support slot for Matchbox 20 last year, and a small club tour (played the Garage) not six months ago. This is largely down to two hit singles,"This love" and "She will be loved", which both got the biggest cheers of the night. But this would be doing the band a disservice, as anyone who has their album would know. With their blend of Rock/Funk and Adam Levine's excellent vocals, the band delivered a polished and enjoyable performance, easily capturing the 5,000 strong crowd who sang nearly all the words to each song and gave the guys a great Glasgow welcome. </div> <bR> <div> Highlights of the evening included great renditions of "Secret" and "Sunday morning" as well as the two hit singles. Singer Levine swaggered around the stage like an early Mick Jagger, leaving no one in any doubt that this is his band, and although hard to believe his voice is actually better live. It was a nice surprise  when the band reappeared for the encores and started off with a rocking version of "Hello" by Oasis, which had the crowd bouncing and singing along. The only disappointment of the night was the length of time they actually played, about an hour and 20 minutes but at £15 a head we can't complain too much. </div> <bR> <div> Maroon 5 will no doubt be back next year with a new album and another tour and hopefully a different venue (just play two nights at the Barras!) and after seeing them now for the 4th time my advice would be to get your tickets early.</div> <bR> <div> Peter White (17/10/04)</div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div>  <A NAME="rush"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#006699" FACE="Arial" ><B><U>RUSH</U></B></FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B> SECC 14/09/04</B></div> <bR> <div> Living legends Rush rolled into Glasgow on the 14th of September 2004. They played the SECC on this their Scottish leg of the 30th anniversary tour. Expectations were high and as usual Rush delivered the goods.</div> <div> They hit the stage at 7.35 PM. Luckily we had a tip off from a friend who was at the London show that Rush would start early (thanks Steve). Rush commenced the  show with an instrumental medley before launching into an impressive set which included classics such as Xanadu, Spirit Of Radio, and Tom Sawyer (although unfortunately no Freewill). Rush played tracks from every album bar Presto, including a few cover versions from the new Feedback album. </div> <bR> <div> Playing over 3 hours Rush were determined to please their fans. There was the usual back screens and stage effects. Huge flames shot upwards at the rear of the stage during the Vapor Trails section. In fact they could have got a really good BBQ on the go for us at this point.</div> <bR> <div> After Neil's personal tragedy many thought Rush would demise and the 1992 Roll The Bones Tour would be the last time we would see them in Europe. But now Neil's back and his customary drum solo was an absolute stormer! Geddy and Alex also showed their usual high standards of musicianship.</div> <bR> <div> This was the 3rd time I had seen Rush, the other times being 1988 and 1992. In 2004 Rush show the same enthusiasm for their music as they did 16 years ago.</div> <bR> <div> Any bad points? None except for being charged £12 for a program!</div> <bR> <div> If you missed the show (or even if you didn't ), why not check out the excellent Rush Live In Rio DVD.</div> <bR> <div> Alan Cosh  (15/10/04)</div> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B> <A NAME="ufo"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#006699" FACE="Arial" ><B><U>UFO</U></B></FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B>& The Quireboys,</B> <B>Glasgow Academy 19/06/04</B></div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG SRC="14a14620.jpg" border=0 width="532" height="354" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> <div> UFO Photo by Tina Malzahn</div> <bR> <div> When The Quireboys took the stage at the Carling Academy I felt like I had been taken back in time to the early 1990s. There they were dressed in bandanas and Jack Daniels t-shirts just as they had done back then. With their Faces style boogie rock they had seemed destined to be the next big thing. Yet fortune was not kind to them, and they now find themselves supporting bands in venues which they would once have headlined. Spike and co swaggered about the stage, clearly enjoying the warm reception they received. They played a mixture of new and old songs. Yet it was old favourites like Seven O Clock, and Hey You that got the best response. Few in the crowd seemed familiar with the enjoyable new material. The only thing to mar their 45 minute set was typically muddy support band sound. All too soon The Quireboys time was up.</div> <bR> <div> Then it was time for the evening's headliners UFO. UFO are on tour to promote their excellent new album You Are Here. This album was recorded by a new line up consisting of regulars Moog, Way, and Raymond, with new guitarist Vinnie Moore and drummer Jason Bonham completing the band. This would be the first time we would see the new look UFO in action.</div> <bR> <div> Since Michael Schenker`s departure UFO have had a new lease of life.  The new members are a welcome addition to the UFO family and there is a real buzz about the band these days. UFO seemed happy and excited as they took the stage. Their set consisted of old classics and several tracks from the new album, including When Daylight Goes to Town. Favourites Only You Can Rock Me and Shoot Shoot were quite superb.</div> <bR> <div> Phil Moog never stopped grinning throughout the two hour set, and his voice still sounds great after all these years. Vinnie Moore played each track closely to the original versions, but used the instrumental section of Rock Bottom to stamp his mark with his own brand of dazzling solo. Paul Raymond efficiently took care of business swapping between guitar and keyboard duties, while Jason Bonham was the obvious driving force behind the band, his drumming powerful and exact (as his Dad was). Bassist Pete Way prowled the stage with his long hair cast down over his face. Way looked as if he could have played all night. In fact he seemed reluctant to leave the stage at the end of the night and stayed after the others had gone, thanking the crowd.</div> <bR> <div> All in all this was a great gig by two great British bands.</div> <bR> <div> Alan Cosh (15/10/04)</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <A HREF="gig_reviews.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="GIG REVIEWS"><U><B><U>GIG REVIEWS</U></B></U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id153.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="GIG REVIEWS 2"><U><B><U>GIG REVIEWS 2</U></B></U></A></div> <div> <B><U>GIG REVIEWS 3</U></B></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> Scot Rock is copyright © of Alan Cosh 2004 - 2008, All Rights Reserved.</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> <A HREF="id154_m.htm" TITLE="GIG REVIEWS 3"><U>Back to Top</U></A></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> </td> </tr></table></body>