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Gig review: FOREIGNER – Manchester Apollo, 12 May 2018
The bets were on. Would Mick Jones appear at this first UK date of a massive 40th anniversary world tour? The omens weren’t good as four songs in the band played one of the massive “hits” (and somewhat ridiculous without … Continue reading
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Tagged 12 May 2018, AOR, classic rock, Foreigner, gig, Jeff Pilson, Joanne Shaw Taylor, John Parr, Kelly Hansen, Manchester Apollo, melodic rock, Mick Jones, review
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Gig review: JOE SATRIANI – Manchester Apollo, 1 November 2015
One thing is certain with a Satriani gig. The energy levels are going to remain at 200% until the last whammy-bar whistle. I’m the same age as Satch but he makes me feel really old. This was the first date … Continue reading
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Tagged 1 November 2015, Dan Patlansky, gig, guitar, guitarist, Joe Satriani, Manchester Apollo, review, rock
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Album review: MOTT THE HOOPLE – Live 2013
Concert Live 2-CD/DVD [Release date: 20.05.14] www.concertlive.co.uk Back in 2009 Mott The Hoople got back together for five dates at the Hammersmith Apollo. It was a resounding success but when I chatted to founder member Verden Allen in early 2013 … Continue reading