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It's been a
long time since we have seen Ginger from the Wildhearts performing on
"home ground".
The last time we saw him was about two years ago when he played with
Alex Kane (from the ever fantastic Anti Product) at The Newcastle Art
Centre when they were the deadly duo "Clam Abuse".
Today was to be the beginning of Ginger's country wide tour, firstly as
himself in a bunch of acoustic sets, secondly with his brand new outfit
"Silver Ginger 5" (SG5) with Conny Bloom from "The
Electric Boys". And thirdly with the newly reformed humungously
brilliant "Wildhearts".
The day was kicked off at our friend Ian's shop "Changes One".
Ian is quickly becoming a legend in his own right for having such a
brilliant, independent, music store and Internet business in the
North-East of England.
Today Anti-Product and Ginger were officially launching the opening of
the new "giant sized arena" shop.
The two acts didn't disappoint, showing that they could play un-plugged
and sing their hearts out to the 100 strong crowed that filled every
nook and cranny in the place.
Anti Product played a solid set for almost an hour and a half,
introducing us to some new songs as well as some old favourites like
"Best Days of Our Lives" and their new single "Bungee
Jumpin' People Die".
Alex encouraging people to shout out what they wanted to here - while
Simon kept rhythm behind Alex, on Alex's head J!!! (As well as the
Bongo's!!)
Ginger emerged about 4.30ish from out back with Jon Poole his new
partner in crime (and SG5 member) for the night.
They were joined by Alex for their acoustic set and belted out a
rendition of Geordie in Wonderland and Unlucky In Love as well as She's
So Taboo from their Clam Abuse days.
Everyone - including both bands had a rockin afternoon. Definitely a
party atmosphere at its best. Big Cheers to Ian for putting on the
Changes-One fest!!!!
Special
guest reviewer: Shen Spencer
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