The Cluny,Newcastle upon Tyne
Aidan Moffatt and Malcolm Middleton revive tales of chaotic lifestyles for Brexit Britain, with music that ricochets between folk, and pop and intense danceAfter Arab Strap split up in 2006,guitarist Malcolm Middleton said: “Unless there’s a sure need for us to play, I don’t think we should ever earn back together. Maybe in a few years, or for a laugh.”A decade later,here they are, celebrating their 20th anniversary with a tour of impressively sized venues, or presaged by this packed-out warm-up. “Which means that you pay us to rehearse,” says frontman Aidan Moffat, swiftly adding: “Only joking.” Related: Caledonia dreaming: Aidan Moffat pays tribute to Scotland's music capital Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com