Alex Clare Music Gig and review

 

I am currently interning in London and was treated to an unexpected acoustic performance by Alex Clare. The company every so often hold 'The Tea Room Sessions' where artists and bands come in to perform. A previous performer has been Clare Maguire.

Alex Clare is a singer/songwriter from London who recently released his debut album "The Lateness of the Hour."

I can honestly say I had never heard of Alex Clare, but after watching him sing acoustically for half an hour I was left wanting more. My favorite song which he performed was Humming Bird - although the album version sounds pretty different from what I heard live, it still a great song.

Alex Clare's voice, although raspy is very soulful - which combined produces a truly captivating and beautiful sound. On returning home, I looked Alex Clare up on YouTube and came across a great cover by Prince's When Doves Cry - I urge you to check it out.

I was pleasantly surprised by Alex Clares talent and so I would urge you to see him live if you can. 

 

Tour dates: 

24th Aug.The Old Blue Last - London. (Sold out!) 

22nd Sept. Barfly Camden - London. 

For more information regarding tickets check out: http://www.ents24.com/web/artist/157653/Alex_Clare.html

Paper Route Review

Certainly high volume and high performing, but sadly not a gig I would go to again.

Paper Route are an indie rock band from Nashville, Tennessee who first formed together in 2004.They released their debut album "Absence" in 2009, and are currently working on a second album.

Songs to check out by them are "Second Chances," "Carousel," "Dance on our Grave (my personal fav!) and "Last Time."

Paper Route have certainly been busy over the years - touring with the likes of Paramore, Owl City and Passion Pit. Despite the touring however, Paper Route have yet to make it mainstream hence the fact tickets to see live were only six pounds.

One thing is for sure however, this was the latest gig I have ever been to - they didn't come on stage until 12.30am.

Although J.T. Daly has strong vocals and is a very energetic performer, the crowd didn't seem to warm to them too much. Despite Daly's constant attempt to interact with the crowd nothing seemed to work. I found the set list for their gig to be quite disappointing too - instead of playing their more well known singles, they seemed to play songs that had greater electro and rock elements to them. Reasons for this may have been due to the fact the venue was at a night club and it was a Friday night (big night out for Londoners!) - however it was still disappointing.

So overall I would say if pumped up electro rock is your thing than this is a gig for you. For me sadly I was left feeling disappointed and so will not be going to see them live again.

The Airborne Toxic Event (American and UK tour dates)

The Airborne Toxic Event are a five piece indie-rock band from Los Angeles.

If you like bands such as Silversun Pickups, The Gaslight Anthem and The Bravery, than The Airborne Toxic Event is someone who you should check out.

I highly recommend you go and see this band live. To view my review of this band click on: The Airborne Toxic Event Review.  If you do decide to go and see them, I urge you to buy tickets quick as many of their shows become sold out within hours.

Tour dates:
20th-21st August. V Festival 2011 - Chelmsford, UK
3rd Nov. HMV Institute - Birmingham, UK
4th Nov. The Leadmill - Sheffield, UK
5th Nov. O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire - London, UK
7th Nov. The Arches - Glasgow, UK
 18th Nov. Terminal 5 - NYC

For information regarding tickets or details of their N.American and European tour dates check out: http://www.songkick.com/artists/579574-airborne-toxic-event/calendar?page=1

Adele Tour Dates

On April 16th I posted information and tour dates for Adele, however I am re-posting as she is due to go on tour again in the UK.

Since April, Adele has gone on to acheive great success. Her second album "21" reached number one in a staggering 18 countries, with the first single, "Rolling In The Deep," reaching number one in eight countries.

Adele's last tour, Adele Live, was a huge success - the entire North American leg of the tour was sold out.

This gig is a MUST! She will sell out fast so by your tickets asap.

Tour dates (UK):
4th Sept. Plymouth Pavilions - Plymouth
5th Sept. Bournemouth International Centre - Bournemouth
7th Sept. Cardiff Motorpoint Arena - Cardiff
8th Sept. Empress Ballroom and Arena - Blackpool
10th Sept. Civic Hall - Wolverhampton
11th Sept. Civic Hall - Wolverhampton
13th Sept. De Montfort Hall - Leicester
14th Sept. O2 Academy - Newcastle
16th Sept. O2 Apollo - Manchester
17th Sept. O2 Apollo - Manchester
19th Sept. HMV Hammersmith Apollo - London
20th Sept. HMV Hammersmith Apollo - London
22nd Sept. Royal Albert Hall - London
24th Sept. Usher Hall - Edinburgh
25th Sept. O2 Academy - Glasgow

For information regarding tickets check out:http://www.ents24.com/web/artist/94357/Adele.html