REVIEW: HOWE GELB @ Factory Theatre 30/10/08

Last night was a low key show at the Factory Theatre with a disappointing turnout to see the Giant Sand mainman playing in mainly solo mode.  The sparse crowd in many ways made for a more intimate experience with the silence allowing the guitar and desert blown voice of Gelb to ring out through the venue. In support Wifey played an upbeat set prominently featuring … Continue reading REVIEW: HOWE GELB @ Factory Theatre 30/10/08

REVIEW: Joan as Police Woman

Metro Theatre Oct 7th 2008 I went along to this show curious to see what form she would present her songs in.  Real Life and To Survive both tread soulful, subdued and delicate paths so I was unsure whether we would get a piano in the spotlight or a wider band performance.  Having seen Joan previously at the Leonard Cohen tribute and as part of … Continue reading REVIEW: Joan as Police Woman