![]() ![]() Like this writer has to admit, there was a sense at times the crowd was also holding out to hear the most iconic of his songs, which, as is the done thing, were left till last. Latest album created in lockdown Fat Pop made an appearance with the title track and electro-rock-infused Cosmic Fringes, while from 2020’s On Sunset we heard Village and Rockets, mixed in with Style Council’s Shout to the Top and 1996’s Peacock Suit. But it was when the songs went slightly downtempo there was more space for his still-phenomenal gravely voice to breathe and reverberate through the venue, and his renowned storytelling lyrics to really hit home. It was a high-energy opening with the likes of 2015’s bluesy White Sky and 2005’s From the Floorboards Up. Plus his between-song chatter still had a brilliantly punchy, irreverent edge, the British punk pioneer admonishing the audience at one point for a lacklustre response to him announcing Hung Up as the next number, asking in his distinct accent: “Are there are only ten people who’ve heard of this song? Are you fucking kidding me?!” ![]() The only giveaway to his seniority was the average age of his devoted audience, many of whom looked like they had been following his career since it took off in the 70s and 80s, fronting The Jam and the Style Council before carving out his solo career in the 90s.Īnd that youthfulness was proved to not only be superficial: this was a set of relentless proportions, him and his band pausing only just long enough for guitars to be switched through an onslaught of 29 tracks, offering a motley mix of new and back catalogue. With his slender frame clad in a fitted navy jumper and jeans, set off by bright white trainers and an incredible slick silver bob, he looked like he could easily keep pace with the latest generation of musicians rather than be resigned to the category of an old rocker of yesteryear. The sense of anticipation was palpable – but it also arguably gave the evening an added sense of delight.Īs Weller bounced onto the stage at the packed-to-the-brim North London venue, he cut a strikingly youthful figure. Available from night was the very long-awaited gig from Paul Weller at the Kentish Town Forum, as “The Modfather” himself made a point of highlighting: “Thanks to those who’ve had tickets for two and a half years…well we’re here now aren’t we?” His was one of those concerts that got caught in the crossfire of the dreaded pandemic, with some fans having to wait patiently until now to finally see the set they had bought tickets for way back in 2020. Tickets from £48.50 and are on sale from 10am on Friday 17th December (pre-sale 10am 15thDecember). ![]() Recorded with award-winning arranger, Jules Buckley and the BBC Symphony Orchestra the album reimagines a selection of his vast catalogue. This follows 2021’s highly acclaimed number one album ‘Fat Pop’ with fans likely to hear tracks from this album live for the first-time next summer.Ĭommenting on the dates, Paul said, “ It’s brilliant to announce these UK summer shows for 2022 and to be able to play outdoors again after such a long time. Paul’s 17th solo album ‘An Orchestrated Songbook’ released on 10th December. The respected music and style icon will headline a show at the Hop Farm in Kent on 18th June.įew artists have influenced music like Paul Weller and next summer, fans can enjoy live performances of new material and classics from his back catalogue such as ‘Wild Wood’, ‘Wake Up the Nation’ and ‘You Do Something To Me’. ![]() Paul Weller has announced three huge outdoor shows for summer 2022. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |