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Review 1 for Robert Cray
Genius!
Town Hall Birmingham @
- Birmingham @
- Fri 29 Jun 2012 @
Favourite moment: "Smokin' Gun". @
Setlist: Most of his hits and other favourites. @
Posted 03/07/2012
by Donnapeartisfab
Location:Sleaford Lincs
I had no expectations so I was completely blown away by the talent of Robert Cray. I felt humbled by his presence. He enthralled and mesmerised the entire audience and left us wanting more. I don't know how he managed to get the guitar to make the sounds he did and the other band members were just as talented. May he come back to the UK soon. I'll be there for sure.
Town Hall Birmingham @
- Birmingham @
- Fri 29 Jun 2012 @
Favourite moment: "Smokin' Gun". @
Setlist: Most of his hits and other favourites. @
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Review 2 for Robert Cray
Robert Cray - Cadogan Hall, Thurs 28 July
Cadogan Hall @
- London @
- Thu 28 Jul 2011 @
Posted 01/08/2011
by Watmona
It was all going great, Robert Cray came on at 8.30. He had played an encore and departed the stage by 09.45. Very disappointing.
Cadogan Hall @
- London @
- Thu 28 Jul 2011 @
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Review 3 for Robert Cray
Robert Cray
Cadogan Hall @
- London @
- Thu 28 Jul 2011 @
Favourite moment: Difficult to pick a specific moment. @
Setlist: Some new and some old - a good mix @
Opening act(s): Excellent support act - one of the few times i have watched an unknown support act and enjoyed them, and Ben Smith is georgous! @
Posted 30/07/2011
by RMHL
Location:London
Yet again Robert Cray manages to astound with his most beautiful voice and his guitar skills. The venue is small which gives a feeling of slight intimacy with the performance. I was in row D however which is only a few rows from the front. The staging could be better, maybe the man in front of me was a little tall but so am I!
Cadogan Hall @
- London @
- Thu 28 Jul 2011 @
Favourite moment: Difficult to pick a specific moment. @
Setlist: Some new and some old - a good mix @
Opening act(s): Excellent support act - one of the few times i have watched an unknown support act and enjoyed them, and Ben Smith is georgous! @
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Review 4 for Robert Cray
Robert Cray Band were awsome
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall @
- Glasgow @
- Tue 13 Jul 2010 @
Posted 20/07/2010
by gracie33
Location:scotland
The robert Cray band were absolutly brilliant , as were Andy Fairweather lowe great night had by all i think.
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall @
- Glasgow @
- Tue 13 Jul 2010 @
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Review 5 for Robert Cray
robert cray glasgow
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall @
- Glasgow @
- Tue 13 Jul 2010 @
Posted 18/07/2010
by bigyan
Location:bathgate
A good mix of old and some new. I can't believe that a man with this much talent pulls such a small crowd (who weren't up for it)
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall @
- Glasgow @
- Tue 13 Jul 2010 @
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Review 6 for Robert Cray
Robert Cray -still a Strong Performer!!
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall @
- Glasgow @
- Tue 13 Jul 2010 @
Favourite moment: When Robert said a bit more about a songs' introduction apart from the usual "Like this.."
Pugh's face-pulling was pretty funny too :D @
Pugh's face-pulling was pretty funny too :D @
Setlist: Strong Persuader, Bad Accusations, One in the Middle stood out for me @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather-Low @
Posted 16/07/2010
by Eleus
Location:Stirling
When RC first burst on the scene 20 odd years ago, no-one could believe how such a young man could play, sing and write such freshness into the Blues genre.
Today, at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, while age takes a toll on us all, he looks leaner and fitter and his playing, singing and general performance was impeccable. He is totally possessed by the music on stage and has such an array of rhythms & phrasing, no-one else can match him. His new songs are fresh and innovative. Nice to see he still sticks to clean Fender Strats and can still wring sounds out of them with just his fingers like no other. Excellent drummer & bassist too.
As for the venue, rapidly going off the place. It's too sterile and the Photo-Police ruin the event, prowling up and down like predators. Who begrudges a photo for the memory - no Artist would, it's part and parcel of the job and fans are important! Hence, I have none to share :(
As for support act, AFL should stick to life as a backing rhythm guitarist, or maybe take up trumpet-playing, as he sure blew his a lot. But then he had to, his performance was weak. Talk about 'singing' through gritted teeth! ....12 years of playing with EC and he can't phrase or stop string buzzing!
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall @
- Glasgow @
- Tue 13 Jul 2010 @
Favourite moment: When Robert said a bit more about a songs' introduction apart from the usual "Like this.."
Pugh's face-pulling was pretty funny too :D @
Pugh's face-pulling was pretty funny too :D @
Setlist: Strong Persuader, Bad Accusations, One in the Middle stood out for me @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather-Low @
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Review 7 for Robert Cray
Robert Cray Band
Sage Gateshead @
- Gateshead @
- Wed 14 Jul 2010 @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather Low @
Posted 15/07/2010
by Spennere
Location:Newcastle upon Tyne
Fabulous funky / blues guitar supported by stunning but totally laid back keyboard. Technically brilliant and a privilege to listen to in a comfortable, modern venue. Good seats with a clear view and very good sound quality. Support act Andy Fairweather Low was inspiring too.
Sage Gateshead @
- Gateshead @
- Wed 14 Jul 2010 @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather Low @
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Review 8 for Robert Cray
Accomplished Robert Cray.
Symphony Hall @
- Birmingham @
- Mon 12 Jul 2010 @
Favourite moment: Poor Johnny, Strong Persuader. @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather Lowe. Excellent. @
Posted 14/07/2010
by Itee
Location:uk
Incredible playing from Robert Cray and his band. I have looked forward to seeing him for a long time and was not dissappointed by his skill and vocal range. However I was a little surprised that the content wasn't mixed up a little more. a few more of his 'well known' tracks would have been appreciated. Also felt that the set was too short. Having said that, one cannot help but admire this largely unsung artist. I would definately go to see him again.
Symphony Hall @
- Birmingham @
- Mon 12 Jul 2010 @
Favourite moment: Poor Johnny, Strong Persuader. @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather Lowe. Excellent. @
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Review 9 for Robert Cray
The superb Robert Cray Band!
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall @
- Glasgow @
- Tue 13 Jul 2010 @
Favourite moment: Track Chicken In The Kitchen was tops for me. @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather Low and his band were superb too! @
Posted 14/07/2010
by Millarman
Location:Grangemouth
Was looking forward to this for ages since I bought the tickets and was not disappointed.
Brilliant show with exceptional musicians - thoroughly enjoyed very minute. Robert's guitar playing and vocals are superb and he had great support from Jim Pugh on keyboards. Added bonus was Andy Fairweather-Low as support - he and his band were also brilliant. If you like Robert Cray (or blues) you should take the chance and see him live!
Brilliant show with exceptional musicians - thoroughly enjoyed very minute. Robert's guitar playing and vocals are superb and he had great support from Jim Pugh on keyboards. Added bonus was Andy Fairweather-Low as support - he and his band were also brilliant. If you like Robert Cray (or blues) you should take the chance and see him live!
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall @
- Glasgow @
- Tue 13 Jul 2010 @
Favourite moment: Track Chicken In The Kitchen was tops for me. @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather Low and his band were superb too! @
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Review 10 for Robert Cray
Robert Cray Band - I Stand Converted
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall @
- Glasgow @
- Tue 13 Jul 2010 @
Favourite moment: The endings of the songs were elaborately orchestrated as they wound down, leaving you hanging to each note till the last one sounded. @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather Low and his band were an ideal opener. He signed CD's at the interval and really made an effort to connect with the crowd. He sounded great too. @
Posted 14/07/2010
by SaraSmile
Location:Falkirk
I bought tickets for husband's birthday and dutifully accompanied him. Being a rock/prog/ acoustic playing kinda girl, I was expecting to smile and politely clap my way through 90 minutes of blues.
That silky voice soon had me hooked and together with the funky bass player and highly entertaining keyboard player, I didn't look at my watch once. The band were so tight and obviously enjoying themselves. Robert's incredible guitar playing had me straining out of my seat to see just how he did it.
This morning I have downloaded my husband's CD's to my sacred Ipod. Need I say more..?
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall @
- Glasgow @
- Tue 13 Jul 2010 @
Favourite moment: The endings of the songs were elaborately orchestrated as they wound down, leaving you hanging to each note till the last one sounded. @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather Low and his band were an ideal opener. He signed CD's at the interval and really made an effort to connect with the crowd. He sounded great too. @
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Review 11 for Robert Cray
Andy Fairweather Low and Robert Cray Band - WOW!
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall @
- Glasgow @
- Tue 13 Jul 2010 @
Favourite moment: Lots! - Andy Fairweather Low played 'Wide Eyed and Legless' and Robert Cray with "Smokin' Gun", "Strong Persuader" and "Chicken in the Kitchen" @
Setlist: too many, sorry! @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather Low @
Posted 14/07/2010
by Anonymous
Location:East lothian
Support turned out to be Andy Fairweather Low and band - excellent, great guitar playing by AFL, good band. Then 'Young Bob' - Robert Cray - was in a fun mood, obviously encouraged by the warm Glasgow welcome. He played old and new material and impressed with his skilful use of his guitar's controls, his sound ranging from dynamic and full-on to whispery quiet. Backed up by great keyboardist, cool bassist, powerful drummer.
The seats were very comfortable, lots of legroom, only criticism would be that the rows were very long, and this meant many people being disturbed when someone wanted in or out.
Plenty of bars so no long queues, great!
The seats were very comfortable, lots of legroom, only criticism would be that the rows were very long, and this meant many people being disturbed when someone wanted in or out.
Plenty of bars so no long queues, great!
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall @
- Glasgow @
- Tue 13 Jul 2010 @
Favourite moment: Lots! - Andy Fairweather Low played 'Wide Eyed and Legless' and Robert Cray with "Smokin' Gun", "Strong Persuader" and "Chicken in the Kitchen" @
Setlist: too many, sorry! @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather Low @
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Review 12 for Robert Cray
Good musicians
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall @
- Glasgow @
- Tue 13 Jul 2010 @
Favourite moment: I enjoyed the ballads @
Posted 14/07/2010
by Blond1
Location:Aberdeen
Good concert, Robert Cray as always was great. I was a little bit disapointed by the crowd who did not really react to the concert even when the drumer asked to clap...
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall @
- Glasgow @
- Tue 13 Jul 2010 @
Favourite moment: I enjoyed the ballads @
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Review 13 for Robert Cray
Robert Cray takes charge.....
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall @
- Glasgow @
- Tue 13 Jul 2010 @
Favourite moment: Hard to say as the entire experience was so good. @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather Low opened for Robert and I have to say that his performace was priceless and a great appetiser for the main act, and anyone who has the chance to see him perform is heartily encouraged to go to the event as they won't be dissappointed. @
Posted 14/07/2010
by badgergroomer
Location:Kilmarnock
Having waited 21 years to see Robert again the wait was well worth it, there was nothing to indicate that time has diminished his talents with the guitar; if anything he appears to be smoother and more confident now than when I last saw him play. Old songs were interspersed with tracks from his latest album " This Time " and all flowed together seamlessly, in all a wonderful night was had by all who attended, 2 standing ovations showed how much this night meant to those who attended.
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall @
- Glasgow @
- Tue 13 Jul 2010 @
Favourite moment: Hard to say as the entire experience was so good. @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather Low opened for Robert and I have to say that his performace was priceless and a great appetiser for the main act, and anyone who has the chance to see him perform is heartily encouraged to go to the event as they won't be dissappointed. @
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Review 14 for Robert Cray
Robert Cray - Master of the Stratocaster!
Symphony Hall @
- Birmingham @
- Mon 12 Jul 2010 @
Favourite moment: Just superb! @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather Low - I hadn't looked forward to this act but was very impressed! @
Posted 13/07/2010
by Keefer
Location:Wales
Saw RC at the Birmingham Symphony Hall on 13th July - absolutely fantastic!
Soul, passion, driving blues - incredible feel on the guitar, great voice, real humour in the band - what a great night.
Keep 'em cpomoing - this is a great venue, and it's so good to see such a great artist playing there.
Symphony Hall @
- Birmingham @
- Mon 12 Jul 2010 @
Favourite moment: Just superb! @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather Low - I hadn't looked forward to this act but was very impressed! @
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Review 15 for Robert Cray
Really Class Bunch
Symphony Hall @
- Birmingham @
- Mon 12 Jul 2010 @
Favourite moment: Andy Fairweather Lowe singing "‘(If Paradise Is) Half As Nice’ ", taking me back to my youth in 1969! @
Opening act(s): The support band of Andy Fairweather Lowe was also great. It was a fabulous night at Birminghams Symphony Hall. @
Posted 13/07/2010
by NeeDave
Location:Wolverhampton
The Robert Cray Band were a really class bunch. RCs voice and guitar playing were tremendous as were the drums, bass and saxaphone that together made a fantastic sound. They showed their versatility with tunes of different styles and beats and the band themselves appeared to be having fun and I think that the audience did as well. It was the first time that I had seen Robert Cray and had a fabulous time and I hope that it will not be the last time I see them.
Symphony Hall @
- Birmingham @
- Mon 12 Jul 2010 @
Favourite moment: Andy Fairweather Lowe singing "‘(If Paradise Is) Half As Nice’ ", taking me back to my youth in 1969! @
Opening act(s): The support band of Andy Fairweather Lowe was also great. It was a fabulous night at Birminghams Symphony Hall. @
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Review 16 for Robert Cray
Robert Cray is the strong persuader
Symphony Hall @
- Birmingham @
- Mon 12 Jul 2010 @
Posted 13/07/2010
by MathP
Location:Swansea
Robert Cray is the man. He sang some old favourites like Bad Influence, Right Next Door, Phone Booth, I Shiver and Don't You Even Care, mixing it up with newer tracks such as Poor Johnny and Back Door Slam. On this show he got the mix of songs to perfection and played a limited selection from the new album that included Chicken In The Kitchen, Love 2009 and That's What Keeps Me Rockin'. The man is totally underated and if i'm really truthful my only complaints are that he didn't play all of my favoutite songs, I could've locked the doors and made him play for hours and hours but it's been explained to me that the authorities see that as a form of hostage taking, and that the audience were far more reserved, but still fully appreciative, of an artist on stage. I took my younger brother with me, who sees himself as a muscian, and he was totally blown away by the art that is the Robert Cray Band! Don't be so long in returning to these shores and please advertise yourselves better as I only found out you were performing by chance. 5 Stars! Amazing!!!
Symphony Hall @
- Birmingham @
- Mon 12 Jul 2010 @
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Review 17 for Robert Cray
Robert Cray-what a voice!
Symphony Hall @
- Birmingham @
- Mon 12 Jul 2010 @
Posted 13/07/2010
by Ayla
Location:Wales
Robert Cray was amazing. His guitar playing was breath taking,and his voice sends shivers down your spine. I went to see him live nine years ago, in Cambridge.
He was just as good last night as nine years ago.
He was just as good last night as nine years ago.
Symphony Hall @
- Birmingham @
- Mon 12 Jul 2010 @
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Review 18 for Robert Cray
Norwich Theatre Royal @
- Norwich @
- Sun 4 Jul 2010 @
Posted 12/07/2010
by Anonymous
a very good performance. with great sound, his voice just gets better.
Norwich Theatre Royal @
- Norwich @
- Sun 4 Jul 2010 @
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Review 19 for Robert Cray
Bridgewater Hall had talent
Bridgewater Hall @
- Manchester @
- Thu 8 Jul 2010 @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather Low @
Posted 11/07/2010
by 000777
Location:Cheshire
Robert Cray is one of the most talented singers/musicians I have ever seen. He has a voice that absolutely captivates the audience. It is like listening to a record with the quality of the vocal performance. The guitar playing is diverse, in perfect tune and time. My only minor criticism is that the solo's go on for decades! The Robert Cray band are awesome and I would highly recommend them. :)
as a side note, just turn up for Robert Cray-the support of Andy Fairweather Low was awful. His saxophonist was amazing and was the only thing that kept me awake during that set.
Bridgewater Hall @
- Manchester @
- Thu 8 Jul 2010 @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather Low @
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Review 20 for Robert Cray
hot and funky - Bob, the band and the venue
Cambridge Corn Exchange @
- Cambridge @
- Sat 10 Jul 2010 @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather Low @
Posted 11/07/2010
by 30shenat
Location:Derbyshire
Despite the overwhelming heat and no airconditioning in the Corn Exchange, it was another great perfomance from Bob and the brilliant band of musicians. Good to see Cousins back on bass - he seems to have added some energy and humour to Bob / the band. Played a great selection of songs from over the years and albums up to the current day - amazing talent
Cambridge Corn Exchange @
- Cambridge @
- Sat 10 Jul 2010 @
Opening act(s): Andy Fairweather Low @
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