Category Archives: Gig review

25 Nov 2022 Hugh Cornwell in Bilston

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  • Artist: Hugh Cornwell
  • Date: 25 Nov 2022
  • Venue: The Robin
  • City: Bilston
  • Country: United Kingdom
Hugh Cornwell @ The Robin 2, Bilston
themidlandsrocks.com
"It’s near enough jam-packed here at The Robin tonight. On stage there are three figures decked out in black (pretty much like everyone else in rock ‘n roll these days). The rhythm section is half his age, if not more, but Hugh Cornwell looks in surprisingly good nick."

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24 Nov 2022 Hugh Cornwell in London

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Hugh Cornwell
music-news.com
"It's an honour to see Cornwell back out on the road on a major tour with what could be his best solo album yet, highlighting the fact that there is still more to come from this living legend of the British music scene."

Nice N Sleazy

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09 Nov 2022 Hugh Cornwell in Exeter

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Gig Review: Hugh Cornwell – Moments of Madness UK Tour Phoenix, Exeter
metalplanetmusic.com
"The creepily entitled ‘Beware Of The Doll’ explores matters of the heart. It’s uncomplicated yet resonant with Cornwell whittling a sweet solo from his white Telecaster. Reminiscent of the darker Stranglers material Cornwell’s ghosting vocals hauntingly reverberate"

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04 Jun 2022 Hugh Cornwell in Coventry

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THE UNDERTONES, HUGH CORNWELL @ HMV EMPIRE, COVENTRY 04/06/2022
maximumvolumemusic.com
"Always leave them wanting more, is the old showbiz adage, and its one that Hugh Cornwell has evidently learned."

The Undertones & Hugh Cornwell
hotmusiclive.co.uk
"that Hugh Cornwell was the support (what a coup) was a very thick layer of icing on my cake."

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26 Feb 2022 The Stranglers in Cambridge

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  • Artist: The Stranglers
  • Tour: UK Tour 2022
  • Date: 26 Feb 2022
  • Venue: Cambridge Corn Exchange
  • City: Cambridge
  • Country: United Kingdom
Gig Review : The Stranglers / Ruts DC – Cambridge Corn Exchange
metalplanetmusic.com
"Whilst this was a delicate moment of hush after the fury, Burnel showing just what a fine, classically trained, acoustic guitarist he is, it was the emotionally shattering and ultimately celebratory ‘And If You Should See Dave…’ that was the pinnacle of the evening."

The Line \ And If You Should See Dave

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21 Feb 2022 The Stranglers in Bristol

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Review: The Stranglers @ O2 Academy Bristol
epigram.org.uk
"The show also coincided with Jean-Jacque Burnel's 70th birthday. The incredible bassist however moved with the energy and plays with the fresh precision of an artist just starting out, floating around his manic bass lines effortlessly."

Bristol O2 Academy: The Stranglers pay homage to 'one of their favourite' places to play
bristolpost.co.uk
"Every single time we’ve played here it’s sold out in a heartbeat…and how they can get 2000 people in is beyond me. I hope our paths cross again Bristol O2…but don’t hold your breath."

Sometimes

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19 Feb 2022 The Stranglers in Birmingham

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THE STRANGLERS
maximumvolumemusic.com
"What had gone on before proved something else: there are heroes. Just ask the people who have loved – and lived – these songs for 40 odd years and it doesn’t matter whether they are on stage or off, the reaction is the same."

No More Heroes

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18 Feb 2022 The Stranglers in Newcastle

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The Stranglers Newcastle City Hall 18 February 2022
myvintagerock.com
"There are lots of encores and lots of dancing and moshing down at the front. For the first encore Jean-Jacques and Baz return as an acoustic duo and treat us to a couple of beautiful, more subdued, songs. The pace and volume then return for the second encore and the band finish, triumphant. The crowd go home overjoyed at the experience."

Nice N Sleazy

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15 Feb 2022 The Stranglers in Southend

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Gig Review: The Stranglers at Southend Cliffs Pavilion
inyourarea.co.uk
"Jean-Jacques Burnel had promised that this wouldn’t be a morose or maudlin affair but a celebration. And he was right."

Grip \ Walk On By

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14 Feb 2022 The Stranglers in Portsmouth

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The Stranglers at Portsmouth Guildhall: 'A truly poignant night'
portsmouth.co.uk
"Indeed the haunting opening keys from Waltz In Black certainly had the hairs on the back of my head up, recalling the original tour in the early ’80s when this cub reporter witnessed one of his live first gigs."

No More Heroes

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11 Feb 2022 The Stranglers in Manchester

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Live Review: The Stranglers wave goodbye with a whirlwind of greatest hits
mancunion.com
"The Stranglers perform an immense 27-song set, taking a deep dive into their discography, celebrating their status as one of Britain’s most beloved and enduring punk bands."

Curfew

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07 Feb 2022 The Stranglers in Warrington

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  • Artist: The Stranglers
  • Tour: UK Tour 2022
  • Date: 07 Feb 2022
  • Venue: Parr Hall
  • City: Warrington
  • Address: Palmyra Square S, Warrington WA1 1BL
  • Country: United Kingdom
  • Notes: Postponed to 27th February 2022
The Stranglers gig at Parr Hall is postponed
warringtonguardian.co.uk
"The Stranglers were due to play at Parr Hall this evening, Monday, but due to illness in the band this can no longer take place."

The Stranglers postpone Warrington show at the eleventh hour due to illness
warrington-worldwide.co.uk
"It is the third time the show at Warrington has had to be cancelled, with previous dates in 2020 and 2021 cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic."

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