Bellowhead
There was a definite buzz in the air upon entering Lichfield
Cathedral for Bellowhead’s sold out show. The rear of the Cathedral had been
transformed into a perfect performance space for a spectacle I’m sure had never
been seen before in Lichfield!
The cathedral proved to be a perfect setting for the band,
with the lighting creating a dramatic atmosphere to match the bands huge and
lively sound, that hit the roof and carried round the cathedral with such funky
force that from the moment this 11 piece folk band rocked onto the stage, toes
were tapping, heads were nodding and hands were clapping along. Indeed, by the
interval some people at the back were already dancing!
It is not often that a folk band is popular, but the sheer
enthusiasm and love of music that Bellowhead show, topped off nicely with Jon
Boden’s vocals, could win anyone over. This was quite simply; fun music and
people of all ages loved it. It wasn’t long into the second half before men,
women and children were jigging down the aisles to the front and creating a
hopping, dancing, jumping and clapping cathedral moshpit!
They proved themselves to not be all upbeat tunes with my
personal favourite of the night, ‘Amsterdam’ which was beautifully sung and
executed, leaving had everyone holding their breath in awe of the whole band.
Definite crowd
favourite however, was the finale (although they obliged the demanding crowd
two encores) ‘London Town’ which had everyone singing along to the chorus and
joining in the dance moves.
This is a band that is set to become live music legends.
What also helps is that they are simply so likeable, dancing together onstage,
adding in small moments of banter between songs and yet still staying so
musically tight and faultless.
Even if you are not a regular listener of folk music, I urge
you to go and see a Bellowhead show because it’ll be one of the best gigs and
most fun you have and if you are a fan of folk, and haven’t yet seen them,
where have you been?!?
Rating: 5/5 stars
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