Oli Brown Band (Page 3 of 8)

Hey guys - I'll be there too - shouldn't be too hard to spot - I'm the good looking one
Just dont get standing behind me when the band are on - I'm 6'3!

Ian

Oli Brown at the momemt is my Fave British Blue Artist , He has got that something different
Great Voice and Cool laid back approach to the blues and his album is a refreshing twist on the blues too , Looking forward to catching him live sometime this year

Thanks too Tripsy and Duncan for the heads up , glad i took their advice

.......................... Michael

Hi Maggie - I was at the Beaverwood (2nd row of seats near the front) and will probably go to the Herne Hill gig too - I'll look out for you - I am 6'5" with silver hair, like yourself, so just look for the tallest guy in the place and you'll probably find me - I'm often at the Beaverwood and Herne Hill so you may have seen me already, or moved to the side to get a better view!!! lol

Well, I'm officially sold!! Having seen a few videos on Youtube, and on the recommendations of one forum member in particular, I purchased Oli's debut album....and I must admit i wasn't completely sold at the time, as decent as it was for a debut CD!! However, I definitely wanted to see him live, based on what I'd seen, and on what I'd heard through word of mouth.

I finally got to see him play last night at the Robin 2, and boy did he blow the roof off the place. Such a talent, with fantastic stage presence, natural charisma and confidence, and such a strong voice. I did have to keep reminding myself of how young he actually was. He's got a really tight trio going, and they were all really in the groove, and enjoying themselves.....and the crowd certainly were!! There was also some humourous banter between Oli and some slightly rowdy, and slightly tipsy Brummies (during Oli's mic-less section of Stone Cold), and the place was really buzzing by the second set.

Also, I have to say I admire Oli for switching from F@#$%r to his signature Vanquish guitar, it really allows him to express himself and distances him from all the "clone" talk and obvious comparisons that always seem to surround such skilled F@#$%r guitar players (and it looks and sounds sweet!! For that I admire him a lot.

Anyway, in terms of personal significance, I would definitely put this gig up there with the first time I saw Joe last year. Had a great time, and I urge anyone and everyone to catch this young trio, they're something to behold!!

Paul

You know what amazes me? Everyone is talking about young Oli and his Band, but no one is posting their comments on Amazon.com. Check this out; there's only two comments and one of them is the one I just added. Come on gang, speak out! See here:

http://www.amazon.com/Open-Road-Oli-Bro … amp;sr=1-1

Roy

Good point, I've just added mine to amazon.co.uk, I don't have an account for amazon.com

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Open-Road-Oli-B … amp;sr=1-1

My apologies for my sweeping generalization there....wouldn't want to offend!!

As far as his guitar is concerned, a Fender is a Fender like you said, and I have nothing against them whatsoever, and I'd love a go on one myself. I know it's about how the guitar is played rather than what make it is, but from my personal experience of listening to guitarists, other guitars appear more versatile, and allow more personal expression, without the risk of sounding so much like one's influences and peers which isnt a bad thing by any means, for the most part...but it's nice to hear and see something a bit different.

Just my opinion, i don't want to get into the whole Gibson / Fender debate, would love a real one of each...and some talent to play at least one!!!

Well guys I cannot add anything to your reviews.  As Paul mentioned I think the roof suffered some damage, the whole night was a blinder.  His interaction with the crowd was spot on. Speaking with him afterwards he did mentioned how much he enjoyed the gig and audience.
It was great to meet Paul and Ian first the forum members we have managed to meet:) , I am sure we will meet again.
We arrived early and entered the hall first, as we headed for the stage Graham, Oli's dad and manager greeted us with 'you must me Martin and Alex, Tripsy said you would be coming'.  We were chatting and he introduced me to Virgils dad and manager Hendry McMahon and we all had a good chat.  Virgil and Ollie both came over, both lovely lads and extremely polite. Dam they looked so young (which they are). Alex is a shy person but he loved the attention and the fact that the bands, managers and family members were wanting to talk with him. It made Alex feel quite special:)
As for the Vanquish, I am no guitar expert but it sounded and look lovely. Someone was there from Vanquish, I presume it was Adrian who builds them.
From the web site here are the current uk dates:

FRI  27th   THE MET ARTS CENTRE   BURY  8-00pm
   
SUN 29th  MILKWOODJAM SWANSEA  7-30pm
   
MON 30th THE BOOM BOOM CLUB LONDON 7-30pm