Monthly Archives: November 2012

Zappa Plays Zappa: Tivoli Oude Gracht, Utrecht, 20 November 2012

I’ve never been a big fan of tribute bands. I’ve seen many Musical Box shows and a few gigs by other Genesis cover bands. But that’s mostly because it’s the only way to hear Genesis’ 70s music live these days … Continue reading

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Laura Veirs – Hello I Must Be Going (Soundtrack From The Motion Picture)

It’s been nearly 3 years since Laura Veirs released her most recent regular studio album July Flame, an album which topped my “Best of 2010” list and which I still regard as her finest release apart from Carbon Glacier. Since … Continue reading

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Led Zeppelin – Celebration Day

Is it really already 5 years ago that Led Zeppelin did their reunion at the O2 Arena at a benefit for Ahmet Ertegun? It seems like just yesterday. Apparently the show is in Guiness World Records 2009 as “Highest Demand … Continue reading

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Joe Jackson – Vredenburg Leidsche Rijn, Utrecht, November 3 2012

Joe Jackson announces at the beginning of the show that the evening will feature “re-arranged versions of music by Duke Ellington and by myself”. It’s his first tour with a large band in 11 years. Veterans of his touring band … Continue reading

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