Leo Sayer

I first saw Leo Sayer play live at the Hammersmith Odeon in October 1975 and have caught most of his tours since then. So last night was 'our' 49th anniversary and a homecoming gig for the boy who grew up in nearby Shoreham. This was the second time we have seen him at Worthing Assembly Hall and Leo makes no secret of his memories. He came here himself as a teenager to see bands like John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, Cream and Jon Hiseman's Colliseum. At about the same age as my friends and I were 'letting ourselves in' the fire exit doors of the Hammy Odeon, Leo Sayer had been doing the same in Worthing. Throughout the show, Leo points the locals to locations that feature in so many of his songs. Moonlighting was a true story of a couple who eloped to Gretna Green and they'd all met at the Mexican Hat club in Montague Steeet. Leo breaks it to us that the song is all true, but for the lie at the end. The girl's father was a senior police officer and was able to get Carlisle police to stop them, just as they thought they were "10 miles from Gretna, they're 300 behind". While the name Leo Sayer conjures up for many pierrot make-up, going commercial in his Hollywood years and refusing to be seen washing his own underpants on Celebrity Big Brother, I am still going back time and again to witness the sheer power of his voice and performance. While some have found their voices fade away due to abuse, sheer age or illness, Leo Sayer genuinely belts out the songs. With all the worry about energy, Kier Starmer should nationalise Leo Sayer's lungs. This isn't some hits tour, replicating the songs you'd hear played by Ken Bruce. The new single Wonderworld is going up the Heritage Chart and DJ Mike Read was in the audience to check Leo out. When I Need You has become a blues workout, Long Tall Glasses is introduced as rock'n'roll. The encore The Show Must Go On has been completely transformed into a totally different song, as if Leo's creative energies aren't sated by repetition when there's a new tune to be mined. There are plenty of tender moments. Have You Ever Been In Love and I Can't Stop Loving You had me shed tears, while the 50th anniversary of the Just A Boy album had songs that haven't been heard in almost that long. But I am in sheer awe of how powerful Leo is across two one-hour sets, fronting a great band of English musicians (Leo has settled in Australia now) with a phenomenally clear sound balance. The tour closes at the London Palladium and would be worth going to if you're in the area. Bravo Leo Sayer!

What a star Leo Sayer was on Friday evening at the Bournemouth Pavilion. He is still energetic as he was in the 70s and can still belt out a tune with his wonderful voice. It was a absolute pleasure listening to his back catalogue and a couple of new tracks from the New album.

Awesome! Thank you for such an energetic show. You made our millennium!!!

Superb , Leo’s voice has not diminished a jot with age .. a true Artist !

The show was spectacular, great energy and vocals. 75 years on and never a dull moment. So glad I finally got to see Leo.

Forever young and young at heart, Leo and Joe, were as Dame Edna would say, simply marvellous. We all had a fantastic night.

Seeing Leo Sayer in concert was a dream come true. The venue was terrific! The ONLY thing I would say that would have made it better is if the chairs on the floor were staggered. I sat behind a big tall man and he blocked my view for most of the show. So I leaned to look between him and the person sitting next to him. It was a bit uncomfortable. Other than that, Leo's voice was top notch and he put on quite a show!

Excellent Concert. Got meet Mr. Sayer after the show and get his autograph on 45 collector’s picture disc. That was only released in the UK. He was a very nice person !! It was an honor to meet him. Jon Louisville, Ky

I have always wanted to see Leo Sayer and it was worth the wait. He is an amazing entertainer and his voice is still incredible. He is only doing a short four stop tour in the US and we were fortunate enough to catch him in Florida. He has so many songs with many of them not being well know in the states but I think that is fixing to change. He hinted to coming back for more tour dates and if he does my wife and I will see him again. Leo is a must see concert!

Great show and couldn’t fault Leo or the band. Thanks for a great night.

Superb entertainment We forgot just how many good songs Leo has written and he performed them in great voice for 2 hours

Excellent really enjoyed the show forgot how many hits he had hope to see him next year

Very good. At 74 yrs old his voice is as good as ever. Some new takes on classic Beatles songs plus plenty of his hits. Well worth seeing.

Was. Brill. Got. Ticket And. Tea. Towel. Signed and selfie taken with Leo Back. Stage what a night absolutely awesome. Can’t wait. Till. Next. Time 😎

I didnt realise it would be about 6 six artists all in one show, I thought it was just Leo Sayer. Leo was great. But, unfortunately, for him, lol, he comes second to John Paul Young, who was excellent. I would say 'I grew up with JPY', as 'they' say. John, seems he has always been there, both in my youth and adult times. Leo was in my youth. The overall show was wonderful. I went on the 'spare of the moment'. 'Covid fatigue', life fatigue, but this was sure a 'pick me up' show. Kate Cebrano had equipment glitches but that didnt seem to stop the crowd from spurring her on and having a good time. 😍 😁 🙂 😆 Wonderful. 👌 👌

Absolutely amazing show Leo sayer And l got to meet him backstage too. An unforgettable night !!!

Another brilliant concert at the forum Leo Sayer was excellent every song a classic keep ‘em coming.

I always love seeing Leo, fantastic performer who always goes down well at The Stables. You make me feel like dancing... And I do every time! :) How much love?? THIS much! (｡♡‿♡｡)(｡♡‿♡｡)(｡♡‿♡｡)

Leo never disappoints I’ve been a fan since the 70’s and have been going to see him whenever he is on tour in the UK. He still has so much energy, even though nearly 71, and as he says he is still ‘Just a boy’. I can highly recommend one of his shows to anybody. The band was excellent as well, especially the lead guitarist.

I have seen Leo Sayer a few times over the years and he has still got it.