Three men on a mission to seek out a monthly fix of live music with some quality food, beer & company.
The Staves – perfection
It’s over a year ago since Ste, Andrew & I went to this gig. I remember it rained all day. Heavy rain. There were buckets on the stage to catch the water and a few other leaks into the crowd.
We arrived to see a nice set from Samantha Crain. All very enjoyable.
The Staves were wonderful. A set full of amazing tunes and gorgeous harmonies.
Captivating. That seems like an apt word. I loved every minute.
A chilled evening with Villagers, some lovely Wylam brews and a late night shawarma
3 weeks have been since this gig and as I can’t remember what I did an hour ago, this review might be a little hazy!
We’d been eyeing up a Saturday Wylam gig for a fair while. An opportunity for some delicious beers and some quality music was beckoning. Villagers were the first gig to match our criteria. Sadly, Andrew couldn’t partake in the beers, but that meant a free taxi service for Ste & I. Bonus.
Food plans were a little scuppered as the venue was only serving their street food. This meant only 1 choice. A tasty but small curry which barely touched the sides. Even before the gig started, we were already planning some after gig food.
The support act was Leila Moss, from The Duke Spirit. The set was good, although I can’t really remember any details.
We honestly hadn’t had many pints! Hickey The Rake was the order of the day. A nice drop.
Villagers were really good. Loads of people on stage. The lead singer has a really distinct voice and style. The whole thing was a pretty chilled affair. Andrew noted it was just what he was needing. That and a kebab.
Gig ended. Setlist grabbed. Off to The Bake. A Lebanese restaurant in Byker which apparently stays open until 3am. A shawarma each and it was time to go home.
Newcastle wylam_brewery that was magic 🙏🏻 @ Newcastle, United Kingdom https://t.co/kjS1cB4zJX
— Villagers (@wearevillagers) March 3, 2019
Nice set from @wearevillagers at the @wylambrewery tonight. #agigamonth2019 pic.twitter.com/JwTIbikbhC
— Chris Williams (@cwblueroom) March 3, 2019
Craggy
Placeholder, until Ste adds his review.
An unexpected last minute gig tonight courtesy of @sllewellyn77 – The Lemonheads at the amazing @wylambrewery was a great end to the day. Almost certainly the most number of tracks in any set I’ve seen. Impressive. #agigamonth2019 #thelemonheads pic.twitter.com/X2Du3voa8x
— Chris Williams (@cwblueroom) February 11, 2019
Passionate fans celebrate the smooth sounds of Nick Mulvey
I’m writing this review nearly 6 months after the gig, so my recollection is relatively poor. Andrew couldn’t make this one, so it was just Ste and I.
We’d aimed to get tickets for Nick Mulvey when this gig had to be initially cancelled, so were pleased when it was rearranged.
The support act was TT. I found myself clock watching.
Nick Mulvey was really enjoyable. The crowd seemed to really passionately know all of the words to every tune. I could personally only recite lines about fracking.
A trip to @wylambrewery tonight to see and hear the smooth sounds of @nickmulveymusic – this is an incredible venue and was packed tonight with hundreds of very passionate Nick Mulvey fans singing every word. Enjoyed this one with @sllewellyn77 #agigamonth2018 pic.twitter.com/wNi87YpNcD
— Chris Williams (@cwblueroom) May 17, 2018
Andrew: A gig in a brewery? How can we not…
Ticket price: £16.50
Support acts: Big Moon (decent) & HOO HAs (also pretty decent)
Mystery Jets at possibly the best venue in Newcastle.
Another great thing about the gig was how much the band were enjoying it. Especially the bassist and guitarist.
Quality gig from @mysteryjets tonight @wylambrewery – Bombay Blues was superb. #agigamonth2016 pic.twitter.com/1hTXo97K2o
— Chris Williams (@cwblueroom) October 6, 2016
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