Gomez

Just had to tell you what an awesome time we had recently in Christchurch, the highlight of which was catching one of our favourite bands, Gomez, kicking off the world tour of their new album A New Tide.
This was also our first gig in New Zealand and a very different experience to the Manchester we're used to - no scumbag ticket touts or long cold queuing outside and inside the venue boasted an ample bar, relaxed security and many friendly music fans, both locals and expats. We positioned ourselves comfortably right at the front to see the support band The Chills and secure our front row spot for the main event.
So we all know that Gomez went off the boil after their first two LPs and there's always a risk when you go to see a band touring their new album that the new stuff is all you'll get, however they started in fine style with How We Operate and Hamoa Beach, the two best tunes from their last album. Warm memories came flooding back from seeing the group headlining the Summersundae festival in Leicester three years ago when this was their latest material, and from then on we were treated to a selection of great tracks from the last 11 years including standout performances of Tijuana Lady, Warm Trombone and Devil Will Ride. Loved the classic rock parcan lighting too which helped me grab a few great photos, although I felt like I was the only one snapping away in there, gone were the sea of mobiles and cameras you'll see back at home!