LIRIELLE/HEART OF THE HYDRA/
RAI WADDINGHAM/CHRIS ILETT
RAI WADDINGHAM/CHRIS ILETT
Duffys 23rd July 2026
Seems too long since I was in the excellent Duffy's Bar but back last night for Luke Broughton "Take the Stage" event... always a joy. and last night was something extra... undefineable... the feeling in the room was exceptional... a really lovely vibe...
As ever the bill was for me a mix of the familiar, less familiar and unknown
Chris Ilett opened the proceedings,
followed by Rai Waddingham both of whom delivered cracking sets, both somehow more informal and personal than ever.
followed by Rai Waddingham both of whom delivered cracking sets, both somehow more informal and personal than ever.
Next up a total unknown to me, an acoustic duo, "Heart of the Hydra" who concentrated on their original material, along with a couple of covers.. "Wish You Were Here" (Pink Floyd) and "Come up and See me" (Steve Harley/Cockney Rebel) both of which they handled superbly. Was looking forward to seeing them as a new one to me, and they were great... musically excellent and hugely enjoyable set.
Closing the evening was Lirielle, i'd seen her once before and loved it... I'm not usually keen on the use of backing tracks, but in this case they were perfect for the material and Lirielles great voice. A very commited and talented artist delivering another great set...
Thanks to Luke for these events...
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