Glenn Tilbrook – 20 December 2011 – live at Blackheath Concert Halls, London

Here’s Snipturn‘s video of Black Sheep:

And here’s radiosjohn‘s videos from the night

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Dave says:

22 December 2011 at 3:00 pm

Miles has now parked up the ‘RV’ for the last time this year and the ‘Never Ending ‘ tour has finally ended. Tracing the journey back to the start at the Pelton Arms training ground and the 2 warm up gigs which were fun but were definitely work in progress. My first gig of the tour was at the Swindon Vic, and things had now fallen into place and I was treated to my first experience of the truly wonderful Steve Poltz, who made a immediate impression on me, Glenn’s set was laced with equal measures of solo,Squeeze and new material. the old stuff was given a new lease of life with the use of a harmonium , ukulele , bongos etc. We had a random ipad rhythm version of ‘All You Need Is Love’ and by now the beards were growing strong. Next up for me was a fantastic 3 day trip to Scotland taking in the stunning scenery and gigs at Inverness, Kinross & Aberdeen. Highlights were a random rhythm glam rock version of ‘Up The Junction’ ! and Steve Poltz unleashed ‘Sewing Machine’, I can now say I’ve seen Miles Connelly’s ‘Prince Albert’ (pub) ! as whilst the tour was working its way back down south on a spare evening Steve Poltz played a fabulously entertaining near 3 hour set at this most friendly and welcoming pub near Stroud. Next up for me was Reading, and by now Glenn’s set had changed (as has been mentioned on previous reviews) and ‘Messed Around’ & ‘Black Coffee’ were served up this evening. On to the Jazz Cafe and an appreciative crowd lapped up a great gig and a stunning ‘Introvert’ was dusted off. Before the penultimate gig of the tour in Brighton, on Sunday the Pelton Arms hosted another marvellous evening of Steve Poltz. So on to Brighton and a packed Komedia Club were treated to rousing sets and Glenn was joined by Dennis Greaves (NBZ) for a rasping ‘A Little Understanding ‘ and ‘Chat Line Larry’ both from the Co-Operative album, and a rousing encore of ‘Tempted’ & ‘Take Me’ included as usual Mr Poltz, and John Bentley. And so finally to the Blackheath Halls, as impressive as the venue is I feel that the seating arrangement in this large hall partly anaesthetizes the atmosphere (maybe the Deptford Albany would be more suitable ?) Anyhow, it was still an immensely enjoyable gig to end the tour, and the suave and enigmatic Stephen Large graced the stage to play on ‘Junction’ (I think) and ‘Black Sheep’. And on the final staright Dennis Greaves again appeared for ‘Understanding’ & ‘Chat Line’ and all the cast were present for the final time to belt out ‘Tempted’ and a blistering ‘Take Me’. Overall highlights of the tour were ‘ You See Me’ (everynight). Persephone, Introvert & Take Me. Glenn was on top form throughout, Simon was Simon and Chris grew in confidence as the tour progressed, and Mr Poltz, you were brilliant. I’ve just noticed that ‘Hot Shaved Asian Teens’ was co written by Glenn & Steve-so another part of the jigsaw has fallen into place. Will the bearded wonders be touring next as a ZZ Top tribute act ? or as expected I’m sure there will heavy demand for razors in the South London area. Great stuff and i can’t wait to see what 2012 brings. Happy christmas everybody.

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1. Mark says:
  
  25 December 2011 at 12:23 pm
  
  Brilliant review Dave, sorry i couldn’t make it (stuff came up). Catch up in 2012.
  
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