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Post by rosi on Jul 4, 2017 16:57:37 GMT
Don't want to take over poledriver's post (welcome to the board), so decided to start another thread. It was my first Quo concert this year.... and although I'd been to several Quo concerts without Rick, it felt different this time.... It was not my first Aquostic concert but I really liked it (great setlist). Starting seated to then - before Hold You Back - ditch the seats and get on as they usually do added something extra. At first we all stayed in our seat, but once the band got up.... we did to and rocked as we normally do at a Quo concert. It was not easy to get some decent footage, but here is the start of the concert (sorry, end of song is missing.... hé: when I look at Francis I do hit the wrong button once in a while ) If you want something more familiar: I love the setlist. It is great to hear the never-heard-live-before-songs and the addition of the more familiar songs made it a great concert to enjoy. I managed to get the setlist (the one from Francis off course)..... which I got signed . Thank you very much Francis . Well, it was another great concert and for those who doubt: it is acoustic but they still rock! If you want I can add the songs (setlist), but for those who don't want to know.....
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Post by kursaal75 on Jul 4, 2017 20:57:51 GMT
What happened to the 6 string section, or is it cheaper to hire a keyboard player!!!
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Post by snakelady on Jul 5, 2017 6:34:27 GMT
What happened to the 6 string section, or is it cheaper to hire a keyboard player!!! The keyboard player is a band member, you know. It's the accordion player that's the hired hand - so far Maybe they took the criticism to heart that adding the string ensemble wasn't exactly stripping the songs bare ? It was certainly cheaper this way .. Got to say, I didn't mind the strings, but prefer it how it is now including the fact they're getting up and don't remain seated. Can somebody confirm whether it was filmed or not ? That would be one video release I'd certainly buy (as opposed to the LNOTE stuff). Nice report rosi I've been to two acoustic gigs so far and enjoyed both, although the second at Hammy not quite as much due to seats far in the back and to the side.
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Post by mortified on Jul 5, 2017 7:37:56 GMT
The lack of a string section is either a deliberate move to cut costs (seeing they're taking this forward) or the people in question are simply busy. I don't imagine these musicians' worlds revolve round Quo.
I personally prefer the larger sound of the strings in a lot of songs but I appreciate the views of those who prefer it stripped down.
I'm still not convinced this has long term life in it though. They're sort of getting by but these gigs are FAR from sold out. And we're not talking arenas here.
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Post by kursaal75 on Jul 5, 2017 7:53:04 GMT
What happened to the 6 string section, or is it cheaper to hire a keyboard player!!! The keyboard player is a band member, you know. It's the accordion player that's the hired hand - so far Maybe they took the criticism to heart that adding the string ensemble wasn't exactly stripping the songs bare ? It was certainly cheaper this way .. Got to say, I didn't mind the strings, but prefer it how it is now including the fact they're getting up and don't remain seated. Can somebody confirm whether it was filmed or not ? That would be one video release I'd certainly buy (as opposed to the LNOTE stuff). Nice report rosi I've been to two acoustic gigs so far and enjoyed both, although the second at Hammy not quite as much due to seats far in the back and to the side. Im not talking about Andy Bown, but the keyboard player adjacent to the girl backing singers, left of stage.
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Post by kursaal75 on Jul 5, 2017 8:01:23 GMT
I saw Aquostic twice, Roundhouse '14 & Royal Albert Hall in 2015 and a highlight of both performance's was how lush the stings sounded on certain tracks, such as, Claudie, Rock Til You Drop & All The Reasons. The use of another hired help is probably a cost cutting exercise, so we get, artificial strings to go along with an artificial band.
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Post by mortified on Jul 5, 2017 9:41:45 GMT
Paul Hirsh is the additional keyboard player. The guy that stood in for Andy Bown for about a year back in 2000 or so. I think he also played with Chris Rea amongst others. He could possibly be 'filling in' the missing strings with a synthesiser/mellotron of some sort but I don't really know to be honest. However, it would explain the 'need' for another keyboard player. The accordionist, Geraint Williams, also played the piano during the gig in Barcelona. How many cooks? I'll be honest, I thought it worked. I only suddenly became aware more than half way through the gig that the string section wasn't there! And Andy has been mimicking brass for decades. In retrospect, I'm now beginning to wonder if my cost-cutting comments were misplaced. There are two extra musicians up there with or without the strings. I just think these classical musicians can't be dragged away on tour as often as Quo would like. Then again, I suppose there are hotel bills and travelling costs etc. etc. Oh, I don't know
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Post by Deleted on Jul 5, 2017 10:11:15 GMT
I saw Aquostic twice, Roundhouse '14 & Royal Albert Hall in 2015 and a highlight of both performance's was how lush the stings sounded on certain tracks, such as, Claudie, Rock Til You Drop & All The Reasons. The use of another hired help is probably a cost cutting exercise, so we get, artificial strings to go along with an artificial band. Ouch! Is it all forms of Quo you're not a fan of these days kursaal or primarily Acoustic?
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Post by rosi on Jul 5, 2017 11:02:01 GMT
I always enjoy reading your gig reports, rosi . I appreciate your enthusiasm, I really do. You must be over the moon to have got hold of the set list signed by Francis. I'm glad you loved the set and the whole concert. "It is acoustic but they still rock!" That's nice to hear. Hi Inna Thanks, it was rather a short one this time, but glad you enjoyed it. To get my hands on Francis's setlist AND get it signed by him afterwards: you bet: I am over the moon and thrilled to seventh heaven . To get the setlist is one thing... but to also get it signed on the same day shortly after the concert.... that is still on another level. I did not expect him to come out while so many of us were waiting there - keeping in mind he "just" recovered from a larangytis infection. But they say the nicest things happen when you least expect them. Only 'negative': I did not film it..... it seems that when I am so close to Rossi I get "Francis Rossi struck" and my camera stops filming (well, it could be that the one holding it - in her enthousiasm - accidently hits the filmbutton when wanting to take a few pictures ... But one step at a time I am getting there and hopefully the next time I will have some footage. I suppose it was less then 1'30, but I am sure Francis made several people very happy.
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Post by rosi on Jul 5, 2017 19:35:45 GMT
What happened to the 6 string section, or is it cheaper to hire a keyboard player!!! ...... Nice report rosi I've been to two acoustic gigs so far and enjoyed both, although the second at Hammy not quite as much due to seats far in the back and to the side. Thanks snakelady. This was my 4th Acoustic concert and I can honestly say I enjoy them as much as the electric concerts. They are different, yes, but I like it both. To hear other songs played than usual is an added bonus. I truly understand you like the concert more when the seats are fantastic/good.... I must admit I prefer to be close to the stage. Not funny when everyone stands up and the tallest person in the whole building is just the one in front of you (so it seems...)
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Post by snakelady on Jul 6, 2017 7:32:26 GMT
The keyboard player is a band member, you know. It's the accordion player that's the hired hand - so far Maybe they took the criticism to heart that adding the string ensemble wasn't exactly stripping the songs bare ? It was certainly cheaper this way .. Got to say, I didn't mind the strings, but prefer it how it is now including the fact they're getting up and don't remain seated. Can somebody confirm whether it was filmed or not ? That would be one video release I'd certainly buy (as opposed to the LNOTE stuff). Nice report rosi I've been to two acoustic gigs so far and enjoyed both, although the second at Hammy not quite as much due to seats far in the back and to the side. Im not talking about Andy Bown, but the keyboard player adjacent to the girl backing singers, left of stage. I'd never have guessed .. As Billy has mentioned already, Paul Hirsh stood in when Andy looked after his first wife and he was a member of Francis' solo band as well. Got a lot of praise from Francis too about how great a musician he is. So I suppose it's no surprise we have him cooperating again with the band. No Idea how they came to use Ralf Öhmichen though. I remember Francis liked Who's That Girl as a support act, that's why we had the dubious pleasure of them supporting Quo twice, but it was 15 years ago .. It's all fine though, as long as the accordion player isn't made an official band member
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Post by kursaal75 on Jul 6, 2017 7:51:02 GMT
I saw Aquostic twice, Roundhouse '14 & Royal Albert Hall in 2015 and a highlight of both performance's was how lush the stings sounded on certain tracks, such as, Claudie, Rock Til You Drop & All The Reasons. The use of another hired help is probably a cost cutting exercise, so we get, artificial strings to go along with an artificial band. Ouch! Is it all forms of Quo you're not a fan of these days kursaal or primarily Acoustic? Saying Quo are an 'Artifical Band', may have been a bit harsh, as many people are still enjoying this format. In 2014 I saw the Frantic Four, Aquostic & Current Quo and enjoyed all 3 concerts. My last Quo concert was at The O2 in 2015, when Rick brought on his son Tommy during Bye Bye Johnny. My first Quo concert was at the Harlow playhouse in February 1972, where the pictures for the cover of Piledriver was taken. So on reflection, I've had far to many highs watching Quo between 1972-2015, with my favorite period being 1972/84
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Post by mortified on Jul 6, 2017 8:10:17 GMT
A terrific CV, Mr Kursaal.
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Post by mortified on Jul 6, 2017 8:20:19 GMT
Im not talking about Andy Bown, but the keyboard player adjacent to the girl backing singers, left of stage. It's all fine though, as long as the accordion player isn't made an official band member I like the man. He always looks like he's having a blast on stage and it's clear he loves the music he's playing. I also like the 'Cajun' sound he gives a lot of the songs. And he has quite a CV behind him. Check this out. It's great!!
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Post by snakelady on Jul 6, 2017 8:24:33 GMT
Wow ! - and the guy's a singer too Looks like Quo have those in abundance now .. Did I mention, I played the accordion too as a teenager
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Post by kursaal75 on Jul 6, 2017 8:31:17 GMT
Wow ! - and the guy's a singer too Looks like Quo have those in abundance now .. Did I mention, I played the accordion too as a teenager You played the accordion!!!!!
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Post by mortified on Jul 6, 2017 8:31:58 GMT
Wow ! - and the guy's a singer too Looks like Quo have those in abundance now .. Did I mention, I played the accordion too as a teenager You didn't but look what you could have achieved if you'd stuck at it He seems to have a long standing relationship with Dave Edmunds (also Welsh) but is an artist in his own right going back many, many years. He also played with Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings so he's not unknown in pretty big music circles. There's a sort of loose connection to a lot of this. John David who wrote several Quo songs was also with Dave Edmund's band. And, for some reason, Bill Wyman was at the Dorchester Hotel in London in 2010 when Quo were presented with an award. I know because I spoke to him. While he was still sober and before his wife took the old codger home
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Post by snakelady on Jul 6, 2017 8:35:45 GMT
guys ! It was only I had asked for a flute for birthday, but the parcel turned out to be somewhat bigger .. I made the best of it, became a member in a youth orchestra that played at local festivities - all those 60s and 70s schlagers. It was actually fun.
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Post by smokie on Jul 6, 2017 9:18:42 GMT
Send someone out for a flute and they come back with an accordion? That was an easy mistake to make, wasn't?
I like the clip above, I don't mind the accordion really in that context, or in Aquostic, or that continental shuffle/two step thing or whatever you call it.
I don't care for it in Scottish Country Dance Music though. That takes me back to Thursday mornings in December at secondary school. Looking forward to an hour and a half of playing football but instead being told, "lads, no need to change, just put your training shoes on and go up to the games hall, you're dancing today". That was a long 90mins I can tell you. Coming out in a cold sweat just thinking about it.
snakelady, didn't you once post a clip of yourself playing the accordion?
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Post by mortified on Jul 6, 2017 12:27:29 GMT
I like the clip above, I don't mind the accordion really in that context, or in Aquostic, or that continental shuffle/two step thing or whatever you call it.
I don't care for it in Scottish Country Dance Music though.
I'm the same. As an instrument I've tended to ignore it because it's usually associated with traditional music that I don't like. Scottish country dance music being a fine example of what I mean. God, being brought up on that stuff as a kid, especially on Scottish television, was painful! Thankfully there's less of it around now. But if you listen to some Cajun influenced music by, say, Ry Cooder or even ZZ Top (check out below although its well in the background!) you can see how it comes across completely differently. And of course, Quo's The Greatest Fighter uses it to great effect.
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Post by snakelady on Jul 7, 2017 7:24:16 GMT
Send someone out for a flute and they come back with an accordion? That was an easy mistake to make, wasn't?
I like the clip above, I don't mind the accordion really in that context, or in Aquostic, or that continental shuffle/two step thing or whatever you call it.
I don't care for it in Scottish Country Dance Music though. That takes me back to Thursday mornings in December at secondary school. Looking forward to an hour and a half of playing football but instead being told, "lads, no need to change, just put your training shoes on and go up to the games hall, you're dancing today". That was a long 90mins I can tell you. Coming out in a cold sweat just thinking about it.
snakelady , didn't you once post a clip of yourself playing the accordion? Nope !! :oo: And I shall be eternally grateful that non exist ! I may have posted a video of a similar youth orchestra though to give you an idea what it was all about, The explanation given afterwards was that a flute being made of silver was simply too expensive and as my mum had played accordion in her youth and loved it, she thought I might like it as well as an alternative. 2-3 years later I changed to guitar, alas merely acoustic, anyway. Dropped that too pretty soon, when I realised you can't play it with long finger nails. A matter of priorities for a teenage girl .. I can fully understand your hating the dance stuff - when we had jazz dance instead of real sports I hated that too.
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