The Courteeners are one of those bands that their CDs do not give them the justice they deserve. Live their music is rich and energetic, something which is sometimes lost in the post production of the album.
Last night at the Bournemouth O2 Academy, The Courteeners performance did not disappoint. This is the third time I have seen the band live and each time I do they just get better and better. This time it felt as if the lead singer Liam projected a more confident, individual persona rather than an incarnation of another well know Liam from Manchester.
Unlike some bands you get the feeling that the Courteeners love what they do, they love playing music and they love performing to a room of fans. Liam even got one of the crowd’s camera and filmed the crowd as he performed Cross my Heart and Hope to Fly.
Other band front men could learn a lot from Liam Fray, he is the right type of arrogant and has a commanding stage presence, however, he also in some ways gives the impression that he feels lucky to be doing what he’s doing and appreciates the support of the fans.
The set list was a nice mix of the first album St Jude, and the new album Falcon. Songs such as You Overdid it Doll, Cavorting and Not Nineteen Forever, all of which sent the crowd in a frenzy. At times it was difficult to hear the singer as the crowds vocals boomed around the O2 Academy. There was also a beautiful solo performance of The Rest of the World Has Gone Home, just him and a guitar.
The band ended the gig on a high with What Took you So Long, which had the crowd singing and dancing at a frantic pace.
The Courteeners are an amazing band and are playing loads of festivals so if you haven’t already caught them live make sure you check them out. I promise you won’t be disappointed.
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