Bill Wyman & The Rhythm Kings
Review by Dennis Addey
I saw Bill and Co. play their opening night, tonight in Cheltenham; (birthplace and burial site of his old friend Brian Jones). I wonder if Bill visited?
Fab night. They were definately rusty to start with.
The sound balance was out (couldn't understand the vocals etc), some instruments
were too loud and several members of the band were decidedly nervous.
Nontheless, first night nerves were quickly overcome and they proceded to give
an excellent nights entertainment. The sound engineers did their job and
balanced everything off OK. Excellent value. I wish them well on their very
obviously strenuous European tour.
Something was missing however, but I was not
disappointed. During the very last number prior to the inevitable encore set,
Bill lit his fag up. He obviously couldn't wait that last 4 or 5 minutes. I
always remember him with a fag in his gob. It wouldn't be the same without the
cigarette. It adds to his laid back style.
I note that they are playing near Hereford (country
hotel near Holme Lacy) towards the end of their UK gig bit. I may book in for
the 3 night stay to see them again. It will be well worth it. Great gig.
