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GIG REVIEW
GIG REVIEW
LINDISFARNE
AT THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM, YARM – 17/09/2022
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Recently recognised with awards for Civic Trust and Design Excellence, it’s not hard to see why the reputation of Yarm’s Princess Alexandra continues to grow as one of the most impressive venues in the region. Possessing great views, a large stage and some great acoustics, it’s almost the perfect venue tonight for Lindisfarne, a band carrying a larger than the average number of band members and instruments. Supported by the acoustics, Lindisfarne are in fine form tonight, with highlights coming from strong musicianship and technique, some fine moments of bass from Ian Thomson (particularly on ‘Winter Song’), superb vocals from Dave Hull-Denholm (the spine-tingling ‘Clear White Light’ standing out) and an all-round solid vocal/mandolin and slide guitar performance from Rod Clements that add important moments to a well- oiled band dynamic who regularly switch and amend their instrumentation. Moving through a number of past greats (‘Alright on the Night’, ‘We Can Swing Together’, ‘Run For home’ and ‘Hate to See You Cry’), Lindisfarne are sensational tonight. DAMIAN ROBINSON
DELILAH BON
AT THE CLUNY 2, NEWCASTLE – 17/09/2022
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Whilst the pandemic era curtailed musicians' ability to tour, it allowed creatives to experiment with their craft. At least, that was the case for Hands Off Gretel's Lauren Tate. With limited opportunities to perform live, the Yorkshire native took time to reflect as well as push herself musically and artistically. Subsequently, Tate's latest alter ego, Delilah Bon, was born. By her admission, Lauren's latest project was never intended to be taken on the road. However, the artist's music, message and debut album struck a chord with her loyal fanbase, and as such, it became clear that Tate’s followers were keen to see a live Delilah Bon show. Fast forward to the present day, and Lauren Tate has taken to the road on her first ever Delilah Bon solo headline tour. Just a few days into the artist's current run, Delilah Bon arrived at The Cluny 2 in Newcastle where a packed-out crowd awaited her. But it was not only the headliner who captivated the Tyneside audience, but a strong undercard featuring Bizarre Fae and the North-East's own Abi Nyxx delivered high-energy sets and received a great response early in the evening. The beauty of Tate's latest project is that it transcends genre, seamlessly integrating punk, nu-metal and hip-
hop with ease. And what's more, Bon's lyrics and rhymes have more hooks than a fishing tackle shop. ‘Homework’, which featured early in the set, was a perfect example of this and proved to be a real earworm.Delilah Bon has given Lauren a platform to promote safe spaces for women at concerts. And before her performance of ‘Red Dress’, the artist passionately discussed this subject. With the front row packed with a large congregation of the artist's female fans, Tate frequently engaged with her audience as she prowled from side to side. Ferocious head banging, hair-flicking bass player Ruena and DJ/ Hype Girl Tasmin Taylor completed the live band. Collectively, the trio worked so well, particularly during their choreographed dance routines which occurred throughout the proceedings. Delilah's theatrical stage antics set her apart from the rest of the underground scene, with the artist's visual routines including baseball bats during ‘Clown’, axes throughout ‘Cannibal Summer’, and even a bubble machine at the start of ‘Bad Attitude’, with each of these props elevating the passion and intensity of Tate's performance. With Delilah Bon, you get more than just a gig - you get a show. ADAM KENNEDY
FESTIVAL REVIEW
BEYOND THE MOOR
AT GOSFORTH CIVIC THEATRE, NEWCASTLE – 24/09/2022
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Opening early for a workshop of inclusive performance workshopping with Tim Dalling, the festival opened ‘officially’ at 1.30, with Dalling back for an opening intimate set. Surrounded by a combination of street food stalls and the lovely café/bar area of the Civic, Beyond the Moor moved across a number of acts all showcasing different elements/ instrumentations and musicality of the folk scene in an atmosphere created for the relaxed enjoyment of good food and good music. Moments of fine craic (Holly and the Reivers), lovely acoustic intimacy (Withered Hand) and beautiful vocals (Nancy Kerr and James Fagan) combine before headliners, Flook, provide a full-on combination of Irish and English folk complete with mesmerising moments of whistle and flute playing in a style that finishes the evening off in a lively and forceful style. Clearly loved by the ‘folk-heads’, it would be great to see this inaugural event return next year with a larger number of first-time-folkies. DAMIAN ROBINSON
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