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Review 1 for Jimmy Cliff

5 / 5

The Legend that is Jimmy Cliff

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Sat 3 Sep 2011 @

Favourite moment: The beginning, the middle, and the end. (Well, the 4 ends as he came on for 3 encour's!) @

Setlist: Every song was a classic. @

Opening act(s): Can't remember his name but the DJ running up to the show knew the audience and played classic reggae anthems to get us all into the mood. Excellent! @

Posted 05/09/2011

by timf

Location:Cambridgeshire

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I've been waiting 40 years to see the man and he didn't let me down.
Virtually everyone in the crowd knew every word to every song! It's not sad - it's just the impact his music has on so many people.
Mr Cliff's delivery of each and every song was pitched perfectly, and the supporting Sunshine band played with real passion.
That's another item ticked off the "40 things to do before you die" list. (Hmm - I think I'll add it back on as I do want to experience it again).
Got to go...just bought a new copy of the DVD "The Harder They Come" and have to see the Legend that is...Jimmy Cliff.

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Sat 3 Sep 2011 @

Favourite moment: The beginning, the middle, and the end. (Well, the 4 ends as he came on for 3 encour's!) @

Setlist: Every song was a classic. @

Opening act(s): Can't remember his name but the DJ running up to the show knew the audience and played classic reggae anthems to get us all into the mood. Excellent! @

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Review 2 for Jimmy Cliff

4 / 5

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Favourite moment: When jimmy cliff came on stage @

Opening act(s): surpporting group could have been better and current @

Posted 17/06/2012

by Anonymous

supporting group could have been better and curent Jimmy was wonderful and full of live I would go and see him again and again he is a great intertener

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Favourite moment: When jimmy cliff came on stage @

Opening act(s): surpporting group could have been better and current @

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Review 3 for Jimmy Cliff

5 / 5

Jimmy Cliff - a true star

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Favourite moment: Stop the war @

Posted 13/06/2012

by plf621935

Location:London

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Load of tunes everyone know; performed well by Jimmy and the band.

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Favourite moment: Stop the war @

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Review 4 for Jimmy Cliff

5 / 5

Outstanding

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Favourite moment: When Jimmy Cliff sang Wonderful World Beautiful People @

Opening act(s): 1 Eye, really good roots reggae band, from the midlands, would like to see them again when they are back in London @

Posted 13/06/2012

by BlokeinaHat

Location:London SE1

I have been a big fan of Jimmy Cliff since the 1970s but had never seen live before. I was absolutely wowed by his performance, better than i could have imagined, 1 eye was also a great support band, the DJ played some great reggae tunes and involved the audience.

I also really liked the venue and will return to see other artistes. All in all it was an outstanding eveing

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Favourite moment: When Jimmy Cliff sang Wonderful World Beautiful People @

Opening act(s): 1 Eye, really good roots reggae band, from the midlands, would like to see them again when they are back in London @

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Review 5 for Jimmy Cliff

4 / 5

Jimmy Cliff

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- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Posted 13/06/2012

by JennyJen108

Location:East London

Really good to see Jimmy Cliff again, it was a good night, but not as good (in my opinion) as the gig last September. Jimmy was just as good, but the difference was the band. Half the band were Americans this time, yes they were technically good, but had no soul, unlike the Jamaicans that were on stage. So next time I hope Jimmy comes with all of the Sunshine band

Disappointed that he didn't sing my fave song "sitting here in Limbo"

Overall a very good night though

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

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Review 6 for Jimmy Cliff

4 / 5

A nice blast from the past

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Opening act(s): Opening act were good! @

Posted 13/06/2012

by Blackqueen100

Location:London

It was a really nice show! My mum absolutley loves Jimmy. She grew up listening to him in Africa so I had to take her to see him. He was so lively, performed and sang really well his band were great too. We only wished that he did more of his classics such as Born to Win, Blackqueen, Look at the Mountains. Etc. he did his standard classics - Many Rivers, You can get it, I can see clearly now- but if he had taken it back just a bit further it would have been a 5 star event.

The atmosphere was brilliant it was really nice to see an older yet cool crowd of people gathering and enjoying real music together. Well done Dr Jimmy Cliff!!!

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Opening act(s): Opening act were good! @

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Review 7 for Jimmy Cliff

4 / 5

Really good!!!

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Opening act(s): Can't remember what their name was but the group was excellent! @

Posted 12/06/2012

by TopsyT

Location:Luton

I am not a reggae/ska fan as such although I like the odd song here and there but I have got to say that this was a really good concert!!!
Jimmy Cliff was jumping all over the stage like he was in his twenties and he sang all the popular songs and more besides.
I would definitely recommend for people to go and see him.

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Opening act(s): Can't remember what their name was but the group was excellent! @

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Review 8 for Jimmy Cliff

5 / 5

Jimmy Cliff

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Favourite moment: All the dancing @

Setlist: New and old stuff great combo @

Opening act(s): Loved it @

Posted 12/06/2012

by Aphroditekd

Location:London SE9

Grew up listening to jimmy cliff , music choice of my parents. All I can say was a fab show, moved around the stage as if he was a teenager!

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Favourite moment: All the dancing @

Setlist: New and old stuff great combo @

Opening act(s): Loved it @

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Review 9 for Jimmy Cliff

5 / 5

Wonderful World, beautiful person.

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Favourite moment: Too many to list @

Posted 12/06/2012

by Almost4XL

Location:London

Still dancing around like a young fella, Jimmy wowed the audience with his sunny personality and a string of well known and loved songs. I know its a bit of a cliche but he really is still as relevant now as he was 40 years ago and clearly appealed to the wide mix of ages there. The string of well known classics were performed in a way that simply compelled the audience to party and join in the fun with him. The serious messages were still there too though and he knows how to touch the heart and the conscience. If you havent seen him, then don't hesitate next time he's here, he loves performing and it shows. The venue was perfect, intimate but enough room for everyone to dance and jump about. He oozes love, he oozes timeless quality, can't wait until next time....

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Favourite moment: Too many to list @

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Review 10 for Jimmy Cliff

5 / 5

Jimmy Cliff a great experience

O2 Academy Glasgow @

- Glasgow @

- Sat 19 May 2012 @

Posted 12/06/2012

by SANDROCF

Location:Hamilton, Scotland

To see one of the icons of Reggae music was an unforgettable and unique experience! It was an amazing night

O2 Academy Glasgow @

- Glasgow @

- Sat 19 May 2012 @

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Review 11 for Jimmy Cliff

5 / 5

Jimmy Cliff Excellent show

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Favourite moment: Dancing to all the old Reggae music I knew in my youth @

Setlist: world upside down, from Jimmy's new album Rebirth @

Opening act(s): 1 EYE @

Posted 12/06/2012

by Oldies2

Location:London

We went to see Jimmy Cliff at the 02 Indigo what a fantastic show and the after party was so good we ended up missing the last train home how bad was that for a couple of oldies?? There was also a supporting band called 1EYE who was a group of young guys from Birmingham and I must say they were really good so one to look out for in the future!!

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Favourite moment: Dancing to all the old Reggae music I knew in my youth @

Setlist: world upside down, from Jimmy's new album Rebirth @

Opening act(s): 1 EYE @

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Review 12 for Jimmy Cliff

5 / 5

Jimmy was a jam!

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Opening act(s): Plan B - never seen SO many suits on a stage - reminded me ot the Specials but better! @

Posted 12/06/2012

by Jenem

Location:London

What a brilliant night. Never been to the Indigo before and such a brilliant venue - more the feeling of a night club and met so many great fans who just wanted to have a great time. Took me back to my teens when I first discovered Jimmy in the 60's. Danced for over four hours - didnt realise I still had it in me !

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Opening act(s): Plan B - never seen SO many suits on a stage - reminded me ot the Specials but better! @

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Review 13 for Jimmy Cliff

5 / 5

Jimmy is AMAZING!

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Posted 12/06/2012

by puncey

Location:london

Saw Jimmy Cliff last year at Indigo in london he was so good I was pleased when he was back again this year and and yet again he did not disappoint he was simply amazing.

He still gives me goose bumps when he sings many rivers to cross.

My only niggle was that the show was at least 30mins shorter than the year before so he didnt do as many songs. I went home longing to hear sitting in limbo :-(

But despite would definately go again next year if hes on.

Hes a legend!

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

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Review 14 for Jimmy Cliff

5 / 5

Jimmy Cliff...Fantastic!!!

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Favourite moment: When he made his pose from the Harder they come...Wow!! it brought it all home. @

Posted 11/06/2012

by skingirlblondie77

Location:East end of London

What a fantastic evening...Jimmy Cliff...what a legend....It was like watching a god! apart from being able to touch him, to see if he were real I couldn't have asked for a better evening. From a man I had been listening to since childhood, to actually seeing him perform live on stage...was unbelievable. He has spoilt me forever more...and I thank you. If you thought this guy was a legend, then he has got to be seen to be believed... I've already booked my tickets for the 6th August and cannot wait.

Don't take my word for it, I went with friends and the guys were mesmerizing...

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Fri 18 May 2012 @

Favourite moment: When he made his pose from the Harder they come...Wow!! it brought it all home. @

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Review 15 for Jimmy Cliff

3 / 5

Jimmy Cliff great,toots and maytals what a waste

Wolverhampton Civic Hall @

- Wolverhampton @

- Sun 4 Sep 2011 @

Posted 11/09/2011

by hilsouth

Jimmy Cliff was very good,but very annoyed that toots and the maytals were not on after paying for tickets and then he had the nerve to come on stage and take a bow.

Wolverhampton Civic Hall @

- Wolverhampton @

- Sun 4 Sep 2011 @

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Review 16 for Jimmy Cliff

5 / 5

JIMMY CLIFF WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Sat 3 Sep 2011 @

Favourite moment: MANY RIVERS TO CROSS @

Posted 10/09/2011

by reggaefans

Location:CAMBRIDGE

GREAT SHOW, GREAT SINGER, GREAT VENUE, GREAT NIGHT

ENOUGH SAID!

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Sat 3 Sep 2011 @

Favourite moment: MANY RIVERS TO CROSS @

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Review 17 for Jimmy Cliff

5 / 5

jimmy cliff

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Sat 3 Sep 2011 @

Favourite moment: getting to the front @

Opening act(s): dj @

Posted 07/09/2011

by knotts

Location:eltham

got there nice and early to get at the front every concerts ive been to at the 02 have been really good and must say i love every moment of jimmy cliff and listening to the djs before hand he was good too

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Sat 3 Sep 2011 @

Favourite moment: getting to the front @

Opening act(s): dj @

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Review 18 for Jimmy Cliff

4 / 5

Open yr eyes

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Sat 3 Sep 2011 @

Favourite moment: The harder they come and the drums @

Opening act(s): DJ was fantastic @

Posted 07/09/2011

by capricorn1

Location:Coulsdon

Was really great. Voice still very strong and in great shape. Only wished he'd open his eyes more to engage the audience

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Sat 3 Sep 2011 @

Favourite moment: The harder they come and the drums @

Opening act(s): DJ was fantastic @

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Review 19 for Jimmy Cliff

5 / 5

Jimmy Cliff

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Sat 3 Sep 2011 @

Favourite moment: When he sang Many Rivers To Cross @

Setlist: Many Rivers To Cross, The Harder They Come, Sitting in Limbo, Treat Them Youth Right, Wonderful World-Beautiful People. Rivers of Babylon. @

Opening act(s): Daddy Ernie (Choice FM) @

Posted 07/09/2011

by Jamaica

Location:LONDON

I have gorwn up with the likes of Jimmy Cliff, and to actually see him live in concert, was truely amazing. He sang Many Rivers , and it was just the same as when he first released it all them years ago, he has so much energy, he has not lost his touch. I would go and see him again anytime. Abosolutely Brilliant. True Entertainer.

Indigo2 @

- Greenwich @

- Sat 3 Sep 2011 @

Favourite moment: When he sang Many Rivers To Cross @

Setlist: Many Rivers To Cross, The Harder They Come, Sitting in Limbo, Treat Them Youth Right, Wonderful World-Beautiful People. Rivers of Babylon. @

Opening act(s): Daddy Ernie (Choice FM) @

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Review 20 for Jimmy Cliff

5 / 5

Jimmy Cliff

Wolverhampton Civic Hall @

- Wolverhampton @

- Sun 4 Sep 2011 @

Favourite moment: The whole thing ! @

Opening act(s): Toots and the Maytals @

Posted 07/09/2011

by Jimma007

Location:Wolverhamton Civic Hall

After the initial disappointment of Toot not being able to perform due to lack of voice, we were offered a couple of tunes from the Maytals with his daughter taking the lead. She had a fantastic voice, but there was little consolation in atmosphere from a few in the crowd. I felt embarrassed for supporting act as it was obviously no-bodies fault, it was something we had to deal with. The main frustration was really that the compare had built up the supporting act before they came on, only to let us down with the sad news, we wish that we had been told straight from the start!
This all blurred into insignificance as soon as the main act came on - Mr. Cliff was in fine form and we were treated to a host all the hits, starting with a Desmond Decker cover 'You Can Get It If You Really Want', an early ska selection which got everybody dancing. At the start of each tune, JC held his hands up surrounding his forehead where a red jewel was positioned on his bandanna. This focused his energy from the intro of each song.... what a delivery and what charisma, the guy jumped and danced and strutted through each tune with the delivery of a true master Rastafarian musician at work.
There were a few slow numbers, one focused on the troubles of the Afghan war another was preaching 'peace and love'. One of the last tunes was a percussion number with JC sat at the front of the stage on his own bongo. The band were fantastic, the lighting set he mood, his voice was soothing and powerful, what a great night !!
We danced our socks off with a typically mixed Wolverhampton Midlands crowd that were out for a good night.
I highly recommend seeing this band, you will be swept along with the atmosphere.

Wolverhampton Civic Hall @

- Wolverhampton @

- Sun 4 Sep 2011 @

Favourite moment: The whole thing ! @

Opening act(s): Toots and the Maytals @

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