Category Archives: Gigs And Festivals

Great gigs of Camp Crystal Lake

Posted on October 3, 2015 by Martin Wrightson

So I’ve covered the story behind Crystal Lake (here) but what about the gigs themselves?! Here are some which have us singing “MMMEEMMOORRIIEES” ala Ziltoid. Rammstein – MEN Arena 2010. Where it all began. What’s not to like about Germans … Continue reading →

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The curious case of Camp Crystal Lake

Posted on September 19, 2015 by Martin Wrightson

“If you get on with me and my sense of humour, you’ll get on with them fine” Fred explained to me as we headed to the MEN Arena to watch Rammstein. I’d not known Fred for long and we’d met … Continue reading →

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9 – Deftones – White Pony (2000)

Posted on January 22, 2015 by Martin Wrightson

Sometimes you stumble across bands you just aren’t ready for. Back in 2010, I attended my first festival. It was Download and some band were subbing to Rage Against The Machine called Deftones. I’d not checked out any of their … Continue reading →

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Gig Review – Gojira – Manchester Academy 07/11/12

Posted on November 20, 2012 by Martin Wrightson

A few weeks after Tenacious D, it was time to return to Manchester for another gig. You couldn’t have got a more different gig than Tenacious D if you’d tried. But, the day didn’t get off to the best of … Continue reading →

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Gig Review – Tenacious D – Manchester Apollo 23/10/12

Posted on October 27, 2012 by Martin Wrightson

My first gig in a while, I’ll admit of all my upcoming gigs this one had me the least excited. I’ve always seen Tenacious D as a bit of a gimmicky band who make silly songs and aren’t that great … Continue reading →

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