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Elbow Jane and Mike Silver
Concordia, Cramlington was definitely the place to be on Friday night.
We had an absolutely great night of music from Elbow Jane and Mike
Silver.
Elbow Jane describe themselves as a traditional 5-piece acoustic band
comprising guitars, mandolin, bass, percussion, piano and bazouki; they
sing mostly their own songs with beautifully crafted lyrics and easily
accessible tunes. They also included a few classic standards. Both
vocals and harmonies were excellent. Not only are Elbow Jane good
singers but they are great entertainers with their humour permeating out
into the audience. It was clear that they were enjoying their music and
allowing the audience to share in their pleasure.
Mike Silver was the support artist, if one could call him that, as he is
an outstanding singer in his own right. He is a good friend of
Cramlington Folk Club and his songs are well known there. His spot did
not disappoint us!
And as I won the raffle prize of an Elbow Jane CD, my night was
complete!!
Don’t miss Elbow Jane in a venue near you, although as they have a long
list of venues in other parts of the country, it may be a while before
they are around here again. Hopefully not too long!!
Jane
Cross
During the 30 or so years of my involvement with Cramlington Folk Club
there have been many many good nights, many great nights and quite a few
really great and magical nights - Friday 20th February 2009 was one such
night. From the moment Mike Silver stepped onto the stage to open the
night one had the feeling this is going to be a special night and Mike
did not disappoint. He gave his usual polished performance and soon had
the audience singing along warming up the audience very well for what
was to follow.
A few in the audience had seen and heard Elbow Jane before but the
majority had not with one or two saying they did not know what to
expect. Boy were they more than pleasantly surprised. Elbow Jane took to
the stage and gave us a night of the highest quality of musicianship,
magical vocal skills and delightful three part harmonies that left every
one asking for more and when can they return. All too soon it was time
to end, but not before an encore and what a choice. After an emotional
introduction from Rich and Kevin, Mike joined the boys to sing one of
his songs, 'Pretoria'. This was a great way to end this magical night
and received a standing ovation.
Mike Silver was heard to say this is the best gig I have seen in the
last 15 years.
Keith
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