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Saturday 14th February 2015<\/p>\n

obsUnplugged finales<\/h1>\n

Review by Trevor Locke; photos RhinoFeroSs<\/a><\/p>\n

Tonight at the Musician we heard:\u00a0 James Cull, Reuben Wisner, Mikey Vickers, Andessa Martin,\u00a0 Gavin Bradshaw, Olivia Rose Deane, Emily Crane, Blue Skies in June, Edd Saffell Band,\u00a0 Blueshine Brothers.<\/p>\n

The fifth obsUnplugged reached its conclusion this weekend with two music-packed shows at The Musician. A large crowd had turned out tonight to support the ten artists on the line-up. The varied line-up offered a good selection of musical styles.<\/p>\n

Yesterday, another selection took to the stage (see below.)<\/p>\n

All the artists performing at these weekend shows had previously performed at the 2015 obsUnplugged events.<\/p>\n

James Cull<\/h2>\n
\"James<\/a>
James Cull<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Guitar-playing solo singer James Cull brought his unique style of music to the mic. His selection of soulful songs were delivered with a fine strong voice, and he gave us songs that were passionate and rich in mood and atmosphere. Lots to listen to here. Sporting a huge punk crest on his head, he certainly stood out from the others.<\/p>\n

James Cull on Facebook<\/a><\/p>\n

Reuben Wisner<\/h2>\n
\"Reuben<\/a>
Reuben Wisner<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

An outstanding singer\/songwriter, his songs do not lack depth and have lyrical appeal, sensitivity and passion; Reuben has a voice that has character and quality.\u00a0 What makes him outstanding is his own music.\u00a0 Still young, he lacks the robust impact of some of the more seasoned artists, but his songs have an ear-grabbing appeal and can pull on heart-strings.\u00a0 With clear articulation, his lyrics shone. Sadly tonight’s audience was a particularly noisy one. Wisner’s set of songs was captivating;\u00a0 using loop pedals for some of the songs, he added an additional layer of rhythm into his music.\u00a0\u00a0 He usually does his sing-along number, teaching the audience the words that he wants them to sing and drawing those at the front into the music. Wisner is a young artist with lots of talent and one that many people would certainly want to see again.<\/p>\n

Excellent<\/p>\n

Reuben Wisner on Facebook<\/a> | Reuben Wisner’s first performance at Unplugged on 4th January<\/a><\/p>\n

Mikey Vickers<\/h2>\n
\"Mikey<\/a>
Mikey Vickers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The singer and songwriter from Groby is known for his vibrant performances. The one-time band lead singer now has a solo career. Performing his own songs, he delivered an attractive set of fast-paced numbers and moments of subtlety. Vicker’s powerful voice was well able to deal with the background clamour of the room.\u00a0 A true song man, he had the confident presence\u00a0 of a seasoned performer.<\/p>\n

Michael Vickers on Facebook<\/a><\/p>\n

Andessa Martin<\/h2>\n
\"Andessa<\/a>
Andessa Martin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A engaging artist with her own set of songs, her fine voice brought vivacious vocals to the room. She performed at the Western Park festival last year.<\/p>\n

Andessa Martin on Facebook<\/a><\/p>\n

Gavin Bradshaw<\/h2>\n
\"Gavin<\/a>
Gavin Bradshaw<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The multi-instrumentalist from Nottingham brought an amazing new set of sounds to the night. The audience really got into his playing.\u00a0 He used a bass guitar with pedal effects and an African instrument called a Kalmiba, the notes of which are plucked. A very unusual act that drew an enthusiastic response from people.<\/p>\n

Astonishing<\/p>\n

Gavin Bradshaw’s web site<\/a><\/p>\n

Olivia Rose Deane<\/h2>\n
\"Olivia<\/a>
Olivia Rose Deane<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The lyrical songs of Olivia Rose Deane drew a positive response from the audience;\u00a0\u00a0 she played guitar in some songs and keyboard in others. The Leicester singer and songwriter featured on our magazine<\/p>\n

Olivia Rose Deane on Facebook<\/a> |\u00a0 feature article about her performance at The Exchange<\/a><\/p>\n

Emily Crane<\/h2>\n
\"Emily<\/a>
Emily Crane<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The audience gave a warm welcome to Emily Crane and her set of upbeat lyrical songs. Crane’s first song provided a strong, vibrant opening to her set. She filled the room with her richly fulsome voice; her vocals packing plenty of punch. Emily Crane’s set of heart-warming and ear-pleasing songs were delivered with energy, as she gave us a commanding performance.\u00a0 The audience watched her intently and by the end of her set she had them cheering.<\/p>\n

Emily Crane on Facebook<\/a><\/p>\n

Blue Skies in June<\/h2>\n
\"Blue<\/a>
Blue Skies In June<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The four- to five-piece group from Leicester describe their music as ‘Fresh twists on covers of pop, indie, rock, blues, dance, rock ‘n’ roll, bluegrass.’\u00a0 Offering a good vocal layer to their songs, they delivered a vibrant and enjoyable set.\u00a0 On stage tonight with them was Hilary Fox, better known as a member of Leicester band Smokin’ The Profit.<\/p>\n

\"Blue<\/a>
Blue Skies In June<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Blue Skies in June on Facebook<\/a><\/p>\n

Edd Saffell Band<\/h2>\n
\"Edd<\/a>
Edd Saffell Band<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Folk\/indie music makers from Leeds gave a really switched-on performance.\u00a0 It was that end of the evening when people were ready to let their hair down, do a little dancing get into the vibes of Edd Saffell’s thumpingly compelling songs.\u00a0\u00a0 The band gave us a beltin’ set of musical delights.<\/p>\n

\"Edd<\/a>
Edd Saffell Band<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Follow Edd Saffell on Facebook<\/a><\/p>\n

Blueshine Brothers<\/h2>\n
\"Blueshine<\/a>
Blueshine Brothers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The final act of tonight’s line-up provided a resounding conclusion to the evening. Having waited for a very long time, the three members of the group – Stu Crown – Vocals and Guitar, Jonny Eve – Mandolin and backing vocals and James Jarvill – Banjo and backing vocals – were finally able to deliver their set of bluegrass songs.<\/p>\n

\"Blueshine<\/a>
Blueshine Brothers – James Jarvill<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

It takes a very special group of musicians to get up and sparkle at the end of a big evening but that is exactly what they did.\u00a0 The party turned in a hoe-down and the whole room was soon dancing and clapping along to the infectious rhythms and scintillating sounds that marks out Blueshine Brothers as one of Leicester’s top musical acts.<\/p>\n

Marvellous<\/p>\n

Stu Crown called for a “big round of applause for Andy Man, tonight’s sound engineer.”<\/p>\n

Follow Blueshine Brothers<\/a><\/p>\n

A tonight’s comp\u00e8re, Sean Tizzard, said “the two finales present the cr\u00e8me de la cr\u00e8me
\nof the 2015 obsUnplugged.<\/p>\n

On Friday 13th, the line-up was Dexeter<\/a>, Tony Alles, Guy Jones<\/a>, Ross Darby, Idle Empire<\/a>, Michael Kurtz, The Bellatones, Claire Schofield, Lucy Davies-Kumadiro<\/a> and Paige Roberts ft Ellis Crowson.<\/p>\n

The fifth obsUnplugged brought many good acts to the stage of The Musician.\u00a0 Some of the artists who are from Leicester or who perform here are amongst the best in the Midlands, if not the whole of the UK. As one artist said to me recently “Leicester singer’s and acoustic artists are better than most of the bands from Leicester.”\u00a0 Now that deserves thiking about!<\/p>\n

See also:
\nOur summary of the 2015 obsUnplugged shows<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Our reviews of obsUnplugged shows of 2015<\/p>\n

\u00a0Friday 2nd January<\/a>
\nSunday 4th January<\/a>
\nTuesday 6th January<\/a>
\nThursday 8th January<\/a>
\nWednesday 14th January<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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