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Review by Mike Latham, photos by Richard Leach
Two shows into the new season and they both confirm how lucky we are to access a venue like The Live Room.
Not only do we get wonderful artists like Andy Fairweather-Low and artists of the calibre of Sam Carter but we are constantly introduced to new, younger artists who, through their talents, will keep us entertained and impressed for years to come.
Last night’s opening set by Bassett may have been short but they showed their great range of interpretations of older songs as well as their own immaculate compositions. And that’s even before we were mesmerised by their combined voices and the wonderful guitar playing, both acoustic and electric of Sam Clark. There was mention of a return visit in the new year. That is already a concert to look forward to.
We also enjoyed the return of Sam Carter after a gap of four years. Another great voice and excellent guitar player. Solo on this occasion but he held the attention of the audience both with his playing and also his excellent songwriting, which he played alongside some more traditional songs. His writing shows an understanding of humanity and the struggles that we face. A wonderful contrast to the divisions that currently exist outside.
The Liverpool Room may exist, but not in Saltaire. Always read through what you write, it was, of course, The Live Room in Saltaire.
Arrghh! Cut and paste without editing first. Now corrected, thanks Mike!