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Discovered a new artist for me in Andy Martin, the support act.
Really, really enjoyed Andy Martin and now off to check out all his songs!!
Triffid is a great venue, can see the show, good bar service, good sound.
Enjoyed Mark Seymour ( esp the old songs!)
Newstead, Australia@The Triffid
Awesome. Did not disappoint. Kings Park is a superb venue for concert
Perth, Australia@Kings Park and Botanic Garden
Mark Seymour was fantastic and the venue was intimate providing great food, drinks and general service. I would highly recommend.
Melbourne, Australia@Bird's Basement
Great venue, first time for me at The Tivoli. I was only in town for a couple of days, and happy to find Mark Seymour and The Undertow playing. First up, Seymour’s voice is stronger than ever. And so’s the songwriting. Loved his style of guitar playing in Hunters and Collectors, and glad to see it here up close on the old Tele and acoustic. The Undertow are a great band, from the tasty electric guitar fills, to the solid bass lines and diverse drumming styles, the band serves the songs and arrangements well. I was not at all familiar with Seymour’s solo material, but was pleased to experience the blues slash rock slash country, in the vein of Springsteen. Bought a copy of his latest - Slow Dawn - on vinyl. And by latest, it was released in 2019, and promotion delayed by Covid. We were treated to at least one new and unreleased track from a forthcoming album number five. I would recommend seeing Seymour live, if you are a “Hunters” fan. His between-song banter provides some vital context for the post-Hunters material, many of which have been written in various locations in Australia and abroad, and around a variety of themes. Seymour is the first to admit he has mellowed, no longer the angry young man at 67! He now writes about love and other emotions. He was restrained in expressing his disappointment tonight, about Australia’s overwhelming rejection that very day, of an Indigenous voice to parliament. You have to respect your audience, he said, but he also pointed out that he has to be honest, or the audience would know he wasn’t being honest. He then launched into one of the songs from his back catalogue around an Indigenous theme.. not being that familiar with his solo material, I’m looking forward to diving in and discovering more. Of course there were some choice selections of Hunters & Collectors songs, but the arrangements were very different sans a horn section. And this is a very different group, which has made those songs their own. Would recommend! Just a brief note about The Tivoli. It wasn’t at all what I was expecting. If you’re as old as me and a Newcastle person, think the old, now-demolished Palais Royale. Apparently it’s a former bakery, revived in the 1980s as a theatre restaurant. It’s a gem, with art deco styling. Much thought has been given to the sound, given there a two wings either side of the main room. Speakers have been positioned in these rooms, so no-one misses out on the good sound, no matter where you’re standing. There’s a reason why national and international touring artists stop here, and that’s a credit to the new owners. Five stars.
Brisbane, Australia@The Tivoli
I've seen Mark and the U a number of times over the years and they are quality and consistent performers. Given the referendum results he did well to mention it, his own stance and then move on. The sound and mix were quite good although this is usually the case at the Tivoli - small venue and intimate feel.
They did a lot of material from the Slow Dawn album, particularly in thefirst bracket of the set. This is a tight band, who quickly got into the groove and had a lot of foot tapping from the seated audience. Mark's vocals were not as good as usual although he had a lot of power, but the higher ranges were a bit scratchy in parts, but overall quite good. This band has never disappointed me. They are very good value indeed and there musically variety and heart-felt lyrics. All of this went down well with the audience who, like me, seem mostly disappointed with the referendum result and just enjoyed a thoroughly good set, including lots of favourites.
Brisbane, Australia@The Tivoli
Sensational show by 2 absolute legends of Australian rock.. with a few surprise covers with their own original flair.
Southport, Australia@RSL Club Southport
A fantastic show from a great performer.
Acoustic set with supporting guitarist was flawless.
Second half with James Reyne was excellent with great chemistry between the two.
The Forum was the perfect venue; big enough to generate some concert atmosphere but small enough to maintain connection with the audiance.
Melbourne, Australia@Forum Theatre
From the first song, which was strong and tight, I felt something special going down. Mark and the Undertow smashed out a bunch of their songs, from the past and the new album Slow Dawn? with a sprinkling of H & C classics. "The Wizard" up the back playing guitar, slide, trumpet, cornet and keyboards gave a complete sound reserved for a much bigger line up. Mark's final encore solo was earth moving. As he mentioned during the show, it was great to be out enjoying live music again. Arrrr... that would be YES! Anita Theatre @ Thirroul, what a brilliant venue. Get your tickets and have a great night!
Thirroul, Australia@Anita's Theatre Thirroul
The power in Mark’s voice is extraordinary, and alongside the Undertows the performance was undeniably brilliant
Sydney, Australia@Factory Theatre
Great night. Especially loved their total commitment - engaging - great energy! Oh and teased us with a couple of Hunters songs !!! Thanks guys
Oakleigh, Australia@Caravan Music Club, Oakleigh RSL
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