The Spencer Davis Group and The Yardbirds -- St George's Hall, Bradford

Each of these rhythm and blues legends had the hall rocking to the sounds of the Sixties. Certainly they had no intention of compromising on the volume to cater for the more sensitive ears of the mature audience. Musicianship was to the fore, with brilliant performances on guitar, harmonica and drums. With hits such as Heart Full of Soul and Shape of Things, it is hard to believe the original Yardbirds lasted only four years, disbanding in 1968. Highlight of their act was the superb harmonica playing of Billy Boy Miskimmon. With the audience nicely warmed, The Spencer Davis Group opened with, what else but, Keep on Running. Every Little Bit Hurts and Somebody Help Me kept the show moving at a fast pace. Colin Hodgkinson performed a magical solo on bass guitar and there was also some memorable drumming items from Steve Porzel. It was a great night for old rockers -- and the old rockers had a great night! Ralph Badham Archive Home From the Telegraph & Argus http://www.thisisbradford.co.uk © Newsquest Media Group 2004