James Blunt & Kate Aumonier
May 3rd, 2005 13
Last Thursday we went to check out James Blunt at the Manchester Academy, which meant not only did I get to go to a big gig (it’s been a few months), But I also got to leave work 2 hours earlier - bonus.
I’ve been listening to this guy’s album for a couple of weeks, and had big expectations and man he didn’t disappoint. Blunt has a real raw talent, and proved not every modern album rely’s on expensive production techniques, I couldn’t tell the difference between the live stuff and the polished album tracks. One song in particular that stuck out for me was ‘No Bravery’ which was my favourite from the album anyway, but absolutely awesome live.
James was supported by Kate Aumonier whose set was superb enough for me to buy the CD. Strong vocals and cleverly written songs - I predict big things for this girl.
More photos when I actually get round to finishing off the photographs section of the site… What? It’s only been a few months.
13 Comments (+0 in the moderation queue).
#1 On May 4th, 2005 at 2:42 pm Han said...
cool…i will listen out for them, if they really are that good.
#2 On May 4th, 2005 at 4:21 pm Paul said...
They really ARE that good!
#3 On May 5th, 2005 at 8:09 am Jon said...
you can hear James Blunt’s new single ‘You’re Beautiful’ on Radio 2(not that I listen to the 2, honest) all week, cos it’s some kind of featured track. nice.
#4 On May 5th, 2005 at 9:45 am Paul said...
Given 16% of the population listens to Radio 2, I’m not ashamed to admit that I am a listener. Its record of the week, and can be heard on Ken Bruce (Mornings) and Janice Long (Late Night) shows.
#5 On May 5th, 2005 at 10:00 am Jon said...
thanks for pointing that out!
#6 On May 5th, 2005 at 4:35 pm Han said...
boys! hate to point out to you both…my mom listens to radio 2!! she’s a few more years older than the both of ya.
#7 On May 5th, 2005 at 7:09 pm Jon said...
Then, obviously, you’re mom is ‘cool’ or, indeed, one could describe her as ‘down with the kids’
#8 On May 6th, 2005 at 10:32 am ali said...
Hi went to see James Blunt at the Rescue Rooms in Nottingham last week, and just have to say how impressed with Kate Aumonier I was too. I also came away with the CD and havent stopped playing it yet!
#9 On May 9th, 2005 at 9:25 am Han said...
ive just looked at your photos…they are cool, even with you riding a pink bike, its very stylish! New York looks really cool!
#10 On May 9th, 2005 at 3:24 pm rob said...
dude man how did you get that flickr plugin to work, because i have tried like for 3 days with no luck. any help or pointing me in a direction (faith, no computers) i am open for help!
LOL
#11 On May 9th, 2005 at 3:43 pm Jon said...
hey rob, that flickr plugin was a real bi**h to get working, the best advice I can give you is read the nice mess guide. Basically you need 2 gallery.php files.
Han: Cheers, that pink bike could be yours for the out-of-this-world price of just 89p.
#12 On May 9th, 2005 at 6:39 pm Han said...
ooooooooo 89p….may just break my bank balance actually….good job i dont need a new bike innit?! im happy with my purple on cheers
#13 On July 21st, 2006 at 1:36 pm charlotte said...
heya kwl site!! ye james blunt is gr8 but kate is even better! lol serously she roxs so go buy her albem or download , u wont be disapointed!!!!