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Photos: Carl Barat Live at the 100 Club

Carl Barat Live at 100 Club

Carl Barat at the 100 Club

London, England, July 22, 2010

Carl started his twelve-song set with three new songs, including “Run The Boys,” and followed them up with familiar Libertines and Dirty Pretty Things favorites. He spent much of the evening mingling with the crowd and the whole night had a friendly vibe in the legendary venue in the heart of London. The gig was arranged by Little Episodes who raise awareness for those suffering with addiction and depression.

The next time I will see Carl will be at Leeds where he will be reuniting with the Libertines…

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Photos: New York Dolls Live in London

New York Dolls Live in London

New York Dolls at Camden KOKO

London, England, April 19, 2010

The New York Dolls were not grounded by the Icelandic Volcano. They arrived in London on their tour bus after playing in France. This was their only UK date, and I got the feeling they were playing here because they are free spirits and…because they can.

This band did not disappoint, quickly building a connection with the crowd starting with “Looking For A Kiss” – but they’re not resting on their past. The recent songs such as “‘Cause I Sez So” and “Tommy” kept the crowd moving as much as the inspirational early material.

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