I would have given this wonderful band 5 stars, but for the fact that they played for just 90 minutes, with no encore. The support acts were (mostly) good, the venue (Halifax piece Hall) amazing! Even the weather was great. Elbow are still, very much, a band well worth seeing live...They do not disappoint.
Posted by Rachel Southworth on 04/07/2019
Elbow, The Piece Hall, Halifax - 30th June 2019
Absolutely loved Elbow. Fantastic performance, funny and sweet chat from Guy, great audience involvement. Our only complaint was the disgraceful performance from the penultimate support band. Apparently had been to Glastonbury the day before...out of tune, rude, dismissive, lead singer could barely stand let alone sing. Said they'd donate their fee to charity...only sensible thing that came out of his mouth. However well worth the trip for Elboe and the other 3 supports were fine.
Posted anonymously on 01/07/2019
Elbow, The Piece Hall, Halifax - 30th June 2019
Absolutely amazing venue and Guy Garvey had the crowd eating out his hands, such a funny bloke.
Posted anonymously on 08/07/2017
Elbow, Cannock Chase Forest, Rugeley, Staffordshire - 7th July 2017
Loved the setting! Elbow were amazing! The support group were very good too. Had a fantastic evening, lovely to be outside in wonderful setting.
Posted by Kath on 08/07/2017
Elbow, Cannock Chase Forest, Rugeley, Staffordshire - 7th July 2017
I loved Elbow (though not the support) having never seen them live before. I'll certainly try to again. The sound balance was excellent. Our evening was in danger of being spoilt by an inconsiderate group who came in well after us, stood talking loudly and not taking any interest in the concert and getting more affected by the considerable amount of alcohol they were drinking. Some people starting telling them to move so we could see and one of them in particular got upset and offensive saying others were standing - but at least they were listening to the band. They did eventually move - blocking others' views - but still didn't bother with the concert. As the concert went on more people came in around us and some were smoking continuously - which personally I find objectionable and am not prepared to be tolerant about. Why should I be inconvenienced so others can indulge their addiction? Finally, the lighting was good but it was all back lighting so the group were largely silhouettes with no spots from the front. Perhaps the lack of forward towers made that difficult but it was slightly strange. So, all the negatives were nothing to do with the band - consequently my rating is for them.
Posted by Ranald on 02/07/2017
Elbow, Delamere Forest, Northwich - 30th June 2017
Award-winning anthemic indie band Elbow are a critically acclaimed quartet from Bury. Their huge hit singles include "Grounds for Divorce", "One Day Like This" and "First Steps" which was used by the BBC for the 2012 London Olympics.
In addition to their magnificent Mercury Music Prize-winning record The Seldom Seen Kid (2008), Elbow have also released album titles Asleep in the Back (2001), Cast of Thousands (2003), Leaders of the Free World (2005), Build a Rocket Boys! (2011), The Take Off and Landing of Everything (2014), Little Fictions (2017), Giants of All Sizes (2019) and Flying Dream 1 (2021).
Elbow are Guy Garvey (lead vocals, guitar), Craig Potter (keys, piano, backing vocals), Mark Potter (guitar, backing vocals) and Pete Turner (bass, backing vocals).
