Albert Lee & Hogan's Heroes in Turtmann, Switzerland - 29 May 2010

Albert Lee & Hogan's Heroes in Turtmann, Switzerland - 29 May 2010

The concert was organized by MusicRanch.ch on the occasion of the 800 years celebrations at the borough of Turtmann.

MusicRanch are arranging lots of special events in the Oberwallis area and attract a variety of artists e.g. The Bellamy Brothers, Linda Gail Lewis, Mungo Jerry - just to name a few -, also various Irish folkbands, lots of coverbands and many more.
Entering Turtmann, there were huge signs to promote the 800 years celebrations and also the Albert Lee & Hogan's Heroes Gig! The gig took place in a multi-purpose hall which didn't create a good atmosphere. The poorly arranged seating didn't help, either, so I decided to stand up at the side. There was a huge space between stage and audience which was obviously meant to be a dance floor but nobody made use of it. The set was pretty much the same as on the night before, but audience and ambiance of the Muehle Hunziken gig could not be topped.


Band:
Albert Lee - git, voc, key
Gerry Hogan, steel guitar, git
Peter Baron, drums, voc
Brian Hodgson, bass, backgr voc
Gavin Povey, key, voc

Setlist
Set 1
Your Boys
Restless
Song And Dance
Travellin' Prayer
Runaway Train
Glory Bound
Wheels
I'll Never Get Over You
The World Is Waiting For The Sunrise
Rad Gumbo
Highwayman
Breathless
Set 2
Barnyard Boogie
Two Step Too
I'm Coming Home
You're Only Lonely
Leave The Candle
On The Verge
Let It Be Me
Oh Darling
Leave My Woman Alone
Til I Gain Control Again
Country Boy
Encore
Skip Rope Song
Tear It Up


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Preview from MusicRanch.ch (German only).

Albert Lee - Samstag, 29. Mai 2010 in Turtmann

Albert Lee gilt im Musik-Business als einer der weltweit besten Gitarristen und muss Country und Rock Fans nicht vorgestellt werden. Er arbeitete mit vielen Weltstars zusammen – von Emmylou Harris bis zu den Everly Brothers, von Dolly Parton bis zu Eric Clapton.

Auf Eric Claptons Anfrage hin trat er im November 2002 am mit Auszeichnungen ueberhaeuften Memorial Konzert zu Ehren von George Harrison in der Londoner Royal Albert Hall auf. Er begleitete die Auftritte von Sheryl Crow, Vince Gill und Eric Clapton 2007 am „Crossroads Guitar Festival“. Albert Lee ist Mitglied von Bill Wyman’s Rhythm Kings und war Frontmann der Band in der O2-Arena in der Nacht des Wiedervereinigungskonzert der legendaeren LED ZEPPELIN.

Albert wurde mit dem Grammy ausgezeichnet. Sein Talent ist auf der ganzen Welt bei den verschiedensten Kuenstlern gefragt.

Hogan’s Heroes

Diese vielseitig talentierte Band setzt sich aus einigen der besten britischen Musikern zusammen. „Hogan’s Heroes“ wurden durch deren Namensgeber, Gerry Hogan, vor mehr als 20 Jahren, vor allem als Begleitband von Albert Lee, gegruendet. Ihr erster Auftritt fand 1987 anlaesslich von „Gerry’s Jahresfestival für Pedal Steel Gitarren“ statt. Seit dieser Zeit spielen sie regelmaessig zusammen und wurden zu einem festen Bestandteil der internationalen Musik-Szene.Ihre Referenzen sprechen fuer sich selbst :

Gerry Hogan
Pedal Steel Gitarre / Dobro / Gitarre
Gerry hat sowohl als Studio-Musiker als auch als Live-Musiker gearbeitet.
Gast-Auftritte bei :
Emmylou Harris, Nanci Griffith, The Everly Brothers, Dave Edmunds, Wet Wet Wet, Pulp, The Proclaimers, Jimmy Nail, Mott the Hoople und Matchbox.

Peter Baron
Schlagzeug / Gesang
Peter hat ebenfalls als Studio-Musiker und auch Live-Musiker gearbeitet.
Gast-Auftritte bei :
Elkie Brooks, Lulu, Leo Sayer, Huey Lewis, Dave Edmunds, Geno Washington, The Three Degrees, Elaine Paige, Sam Brown, The Bay City Rollers und Renaissance.

Brian Hodgson
Bass-Gitarre / Gesang
Brian hat einen grossen Background als Songschreiber und Produzent.
Gast-Auftritte bei :
Sir Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Dave Edmunds, Shakin’ Stevens, Peter Sarstedt, Lonnie Donegan, Neil Innes, Sonny Curtis und Matchbox.
[Anm.: über Gavin wussten sie wohl nichts zu sagen, denn der wurde in der Anzeige schlichtweg 'vergessen' ....]

Albert Lee & Hogan's Heroes at Mühle Hunziken, Rubigen (CH) - 28 May 2010

Muehle Hunziken is a well-known concert venue in Rubigen, Switzerland, close to Berne. Albert and the boys played there on 28 May 2010, first time for Gavin at this venue.

My brief review:

Band:
Albert Lee, git, voc, key
Gerry Hogan, steel guitar, git
Peter Baron, drums, voc
Brian Hodgson, bass, backgr voc
Gavin Povey, key, voc

Peter Burkhart, AKA «Muehli-Pesche» the owner, a queer fellow but a lovely guy announced the band. Peter re-built the old mill on his own with a love of detail. It was his birthday that night, and the band plus audience sang him a heartfelt HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU ! He was difficult to understand speaking Berne German but what I got from his speech is that he bought himself a pair of new shoes especially for this day! Albert and the boys started with  "YOUR BOYS ... are in town tonight" and we could enjoy Gerry playing an identical acoustic guitar to Albert's - a JPE Linville. He used it later again on "YOU'RE ONLY LONELY", a nice change to the set. Thundering applause at the end of the show, everybody had a great time!  It was good to see Roland and Joel again. Last not least, the busy road crew deserves a mention, putting the gear together in no time.

Setlist
Set 1
Your Boys
Restless
Song And Dance
Travellin' Prayer
Runaway Train
Glory Bound
Wheels
I'll Never Get Over You
The World Is Waiting For The Sunrise
Rad Gumbo
Highwayman
Breathless
Set 2
Two Step Too
You're Only Lonely
Leave The Candle
On The Verge
Let It Be Me
Oh Darling
Leave My Woman Alone
Til I Gain Control Again
Country Boy
Encore
Skip Rope Song
Tear It Up

Albert Lee & Hogan's Heroes, Ochsen Sinzheim - 27 May 2010 - The Band's 5th anniversary at the Ochsen

The Band's 5th anniversary at Ochsen Sinzheim



Band:
Albert Lee, git, voc, key
Gerry Hogan, steel guitar, git
Peter Baron, drums, voc
Brian Hodgson, bass, backgr voc
Gavin Povey, key, voc
Special guests:
Jill Morris, vocals
Georg Grimm, bass


The gig on 27 May 2010 marked the bands' 5th anniversary at this special venue. I enjoyed meeting up with old and new friends, Georg Grimm, Jill Morris, Andy Forstmann (former member of German Country Band TRUCK STOP), Johnny "Hutch" Schneider & Family and many others - always a pleasure to be there. Thanks to the lovely Ochsen-Team for their superb organization, the excellent buffet and the great hospitality.


Setlist
Set 1
Your Boys
Restless
Song And Dance
Travellin' Prayer
Runaway Train
Glory Bound
Wheels
I'll Never Get Over You
The World Is Waiting For The Sunrise
Rad Gumbo
Highwayman
Breathless
Set 2

Help me make it through the night (w/JILL MORRIS on vocals)

When will I be loved (w/JILL MORRIS on vocals)
Two Step Too
I'm Coming Home
You're Only Lonely
Leave The Candle
On The Verge
Let It Be Me
Oh Darling
Leave My Woman Alone
Til I Gain Control Again
Country Boy
Encore
Skip Rope Song
Singing the Blues   (w/Georg Grimm on bass)
Tear It Up

Albert Lee & Hogan's Heroes at Kulturwerkstatt Melle-Buer - 22 May 2010

Band:
Albert Lee, git, voc, key
Gerry Hogan, steel guitar, git
Peter Baron, drums, voc
Brian Hodgson, bass, backgr voc
Gavin Povey, key, voc

Melle is a small city in Lower Saxony, Germany. The small venue KULTURWERKSTATT features a variety of events and artists, among them Andy Fairweather-Low, Peter Greene, painters and others and -  last not last - Albert Lee & Hogan's Heroes who played there for the 2nd time. The show was as good as usual and attracted -  apart from "the usual suspects" even some notables - as theatre and TV actor Thomas Bestvater from Berlin and friend who were in the neighbourhood and being huge fans came to see the band. Great fun after show when Thomas asked me to have his photo taken with Albert and vice versa he took one of me and Albert - both came out not too bad.
The gig was over too soon but no reason to cry as there were a lot more in the pipeline this year.


Setlist
Set 1
Your Boys
Restless
Song And Dance
Travellin' Prayer
Runaway Train
Glory Bound
Wheels
I'll Never Get Over You
The World Is Waiting For The Sunrise
Rad Gumbo
Highwayman
Breathless
Set 2
Two Step Too
You're Only Lonely
Leave The Candle
On The Verge
Let It Be Me
Oh Darling
Leave My Woman Alone
Til I Gain Control Again
Country Boy
Encore
Skip Rope Song
Tear It Up

Albert Lee & Hogan's Heroes at Burgerweeshuis Deventer - 21 May 2010

Burgerweeshuis Deventer - 21 May 2010

Band:

Albert Lee, git, voc, key
Gerry Hogan, steel guitar, git
Peter Baron, drums, voc
Brian Hodgson, bass, backgr voc
Gavin Povey, key, voc

Support:  Rudy & his Fascinators

A sunny day in spring. The venue was in walking distance, and I enjoyed the sunshine as long as possible. Catching up with Peter and Sue in the cafe next door until it was time for the gig. It wasn't a sell-out this time, but a good crowd, and I spotted some familiar faces. Nice to catch up with fellow fans but as expected there were also some real 'weirdoes' around.

The support was done by a local band called RUDY & HIS FASCINATORS who did some great blues tunes and then it was time for Hogan's Heroes. It was difficult to get some reasonable photos due to the reddish lighting. My positon was good for the piano songs, so at least some nice shots of Albert. Just bits to see of Brian standing far behind. Same goes for Peter, who was totally hidden behind Albert's piano. Not much else to say, the band were brilliant as usual and went off to great applause. Long queues at Sue's merchandise table and at the boys' signing table later, they had lots of CDs to sign, shake hands or just swap a few words with their fans. 

Setlist

Your Boys
Restless
Song And Dance
Travellin' Prayer
Runaway Train
Glory Bound
Wheels
I'll Never Get Over You
The World Is Waiting For The Sunrise
Rad Gumbo
Highwayman
Breathless

Set 2
Two Step Too
You're Only Lonely
Leave The Candle
On The Verge
Let It Be Me
Oh Darling
Leave My Woman Alone
Til I Gain Control Again
Country Boy

Encore
Skip Rope Song
Tear It Up

Albert Lee & Hogan's Heroes at Paard van Troje, Den Haag - 20 May 2010

Paard van Troje, The Hague, Netherlands.

Line-up:
Albert Lee, git, voc, key
Gerry Hogan, steel guitar, git
Peter Baron, drums, voc
Brian Hodgson, bass, backgr voc
Gavin Povey, key, voc

My 2nd visit to this venue, which was not sold out this time. A great night with the band in top form and a crowd in good mood ! The show started early as they was a disco later. I stood front row on Gavin's side, enough space to move and take some reasonable shots. Could watch his excellent piano work from where I stood which was a pleasure. His elegant style made it all look so easy. Despite of the strange lighting almost all my photos came out well. Apart from Peter Baron who was hidden behind his drumkit, I was able to ban everybody on a photo ... A new song was added to the set: THE WORLD IS WAITING FOR THE SUNRISE with Gavin on vocals. LET IT BE ME, the great Everly tune caused extra applause due to the many Dutch Everly fans.


Next morning - leaving Den Haag ....... on a sunny morning in May. I couldn't wait leaving that more than strange hotel behind with its steep stairs like chicken ladders and other weird things! Due to an irritating one-way system, it took me quite a while to get out of town.



Setlist

Your Boys
Restless
Song And Dance
Travellin' Prayer
Runaway Train
Glory Bound
Wheels
I'll Never Get Over You
The World Is Waiting For The Sunrise
Rad Gumbo
Highwayman
Breathless

Set 2
Two Step Too
I'm Coming Home
You're Only Lonely
Leave The Candle
On The Verge
Let It Be Me
Oh Darling
Leave My Woman Alone
Til I Gain Control Again
Country Boy

Encore
Skip Rope Song
Tear It Up

Albert Lee & Hogan's Heroes at Hessle Town Hall - 16 May 2010

Hessle Town Hall - 16 May 2010
Line-up:
Albert Lee, git, voc, key
Gerry Hogan, steel guitar, git
Peter Baron, drums, voc
Brian Hodgson, bass, backgr voc
Gavin Povey, key, voc
Support:
Farino


Albert Lee & Hogan's Heroes played Hessle Town Hall on 16 May 2010. Sarah and I went to see them and had a good time. The gig was organised by Beverley Arts Trust and again a complete sell-out.Nice to meet Richard at the venue. I included his photos which he kindly shares with us, thank you so much ! Richard says: "Photos taken from back of the hall so quality is not good. Farino the support band are a local Hull band and were excellent." Thanks for the Farino photos and also for that one of Peter Baron who was difficult to ban on a photo this time hidden in the background ....

After the show, the band patiently signed all kinds of stuff, the usual long queues at their table. I was happy to get some earlier photos signed by the boys. Also, Albert personalised my obscure "Bullfrog" CD which is hard to find - I was lucky to win an ebay auction.

A comment by Richard:
"I enjoyed the gig and especially some of the new songs. Gavin was a worthy successor to Elio - a tough act to follow and I am sure his role in the band will grow. The hall was packed and the atmosphere excellent. The Halls acoustics were very good."


Setlist
Your Boys
Restless
Song And Dance
Travellin' Prayer
Runaway Train
Glory Bound
Wheels
I'll Never Get Over You
The World Is Waiting For The Sunrise
Rad Gumbo
Highwayman
Breathless

Set 2
Two Step Too
I'm Coming Home
You're Only Lonely
Leave The Candle
On The Verge
Let It Be Me
Oh Darling
Leave My Woman Alone
Til I Gain Control Again
Country Boy
Encore
Skip Rope Song
Tear It Up



Some information about FARINO
With a unique sound and style Farino have been finding popularity and wide recognition in the busy and diverse Hull music scene. They have fused their many influences to create a show of high musicianship and high paced live shows. After their debut performance in the summer of 2007 at Hulls Stripped, the duo have become increasingly popular with regular spots at some of the city’s favourite music venues such as The Tap. MusicPort, the UKs largest indoor music festival, is also a venue for the future, giving Farino the chance to play alongside some of the greats like, Toumani Diabaté, Billy Cobham and Ivo Papasov. With the release of their debut album “Circadian” the duo found more success with a deal for European digital distribution. Their album has proved to be popular and a big seller. The duo are currently writing material for their second album which they hope will be available late next spring. Until then Farino are continuing to stun and amaze crowds with their live performances and continued musical uniqueness.

Graeme studied music at Hull College where he became interested in classical and flamenco guitar. He went on to get his degree in music performance which increased his knowledge and interest in a variety of world music. He is now back at Hull College as a music lecturer. Graeme has played in a variety of bands in the Hull music scene for many years. He has covered and studied a diverse range of music from rock, jazz, funk, and flamenco.

John also studied and gained his Music Performance degree at Hull College in 2007 and gained his teaching qualifications in 2008. He has played in a variety of bands including a rock n roll band playing original songs as well as an occasional covers band. Genres covered include:- Rock, Pop, Indie, Folk, Funk, Classical, World Music, Alt. Rock with a bit of jazz and flamenco. HE LIKES GUITAR(!)

Albert Lee & Hogan's Heroes, Mickleton R&B Club - 15 May 2010

Mickleton R&B Club - 15 May 2010 
Line-up:
Albert Lee, git, voc, key
Gerry Hogan, steel guitar, git
Peter Baron, drums, voc
Brian Hodgson, bass, backgr voc
Gavin Povey, key, voc

Local singer/songwriter Jill Jackson opened for the Heroes and did a nice set of songs. She is a huge Albert fan herself but - to be honest - I wasn't too impressed by her performance and didn't pay much attention.

Photo with our good friend Libby
after show (2010, gs)

This is the 3rd year that Albert and the band play Mickleton, and as every year they sold the place out! Sarah and I were the first ones to queue as you have to be on time at this club with unallocated seats. It was great to meet up with Beryl and the lovely Darlington bunch - and as usual we had a great time. Mickleton gigs always turn into a huge party, and this one was no exception.




 


Setlist
Your Boys
Restless
Song And Dance
Travellin' Prayer
Runaway Train
Glory Bound
Wheels
I'll Never Get Over You
The World Is Waiting For The Sunrise
Rad Gumbo
Highwayman
Breathless

Set 2
Two Step Too
I'm Coming Home
You're Only Lonely
Leave The Candle
On The Verge
Let It Be Me
Oh Darling
Leave My Woman Alone
Til I Gain Control Again
Country Boy
 
Encore
Skip Rope Song
Tear It Up

Albert Lee & Hogan's Heroes, The Stetson Ravenshead - 14 May 2010

The Stetson Ravenshead - 14 May 2010
Line-up:
Albert Lee, git, voc, key
Gerry Hogan, steel guitar, git
Peter Baron, drums, voc
Brian Hodgson, bass, backgr voc
Gavin Povey, key, voc

Ravenshead Village Hall transforms into The Stetson usually every 2nd Friday in the month with doors at 7-30 and the show at 8-15 unless otherwise stated. You can find the hall on Vernon Crescent, Ravenshead between Nottingham & Mansfield.

I had always good times at The Stetson thanks to Geoff and the lovely Stetson people who made me feel welcome anytime. Albert & the boys played there in 2008 for the first time and came back every year. These photos are from the gig on 14 May 2010 - needless to say a complete sell-out as usual and the band were awesome.

Setlist
Your Boys
Restless
Song And Dance
Travellin' Prayer
Runaway Train
Glory Bound
Wheels
I'll Never Get Over You
The World Is Waiting For The Sunrise
Rad Gumbo
Highwayman
Breathless

Set 2
Two Step Too
I'm Coming Home
You're Only Lonely
Leave The Candle
On The Verge
Let It Be Me
Oh Darling
Leave My Woman Alone
Til I Gain Control Again
Country Boy
Encore
Skip Rope Song
Tear It Up

Andy Fairweather Low & The Low Riders, Downtown Bluesclub Hamburg - 08 May 2010

The Band:

Andy Fairweather Low – Guit, Voc (ex-Amen Corner, u.a. Eric Clapton,  Bill Wyman)
Dave Bronze – Bass, Voc (u.a. Paul Carrack, E Clapton, Roger Daltrey, Bo Diddley, Dr. Feelgood, Brian Ferry, Eric Bibb, Paul McCartney, Procol Harum)
Paul Beavis – Drums (u.a. Russ Ballard, Leo Sayer, Andy Summers, Lisa Stansfield, The Waterboys)
Nick Pentelow – Sax (u.a. Roy Wood, Steve Gibbons, Micky Moody, Roger Chapman, Gary Moore)

I decided not to miss out this one and went to see Andy & Band. I didn't write a review as all has been said before and there is nothing to add. Just a big THANK YOU and thumbs up for Andy who said "I'm sick as a dog" but nevertheless performed the whole show. Also thanks to the other band members who were so kind as to sign us various photos, CDs and other stuff and took their time for a little natter after show which we enjoyed very much.

Tons of photos taken, click on the Andy pic below which leads you to the photo album.

A short Bio from an older Rhythm Kings Programme: