Esquires
Reviewed Events
Goldrush at Bedford Esquires, Wed 27 Feb
A much smaller crowd turned up than I expected at Bedford Esquires. I guess word has not yet spread about the excellence that is Goldrush. Whilst there is still a certain shyness, the confidence has visible grown in front man Robin, no doubt brought about by the sheer class of tunes Goldrush have to offer.»
Cajun Dance Party at Bedford Esquires, Sat 07 Jul
“Thank you for coming, I love you all” a polite and very welcome introduction to the expectant crowd at the first date on thei»
Semifinalists, Lightspeed Champion at Bedford Esquires, Sat 02 Feb
Though Dev Hynes’ fame has not quite hit the levels of being chased around town centres by adoring adolescents, his appeal is clear to see with a few members of the crowd wearing deerstalkers in tribute, something which amuses the Lightspeed Champion singer when he spots them»
Los Campesinos!, Johnny Foreigner at Bedford Esquires, Tue 12 Feb
The minute stage leaves Los Campesinos! looking slightly like a bizarre identity parade, with guitarists Neil and Tom morphing into Siamese twins joined at the hip, and everyone else finding space wherever they can»
Wild Beasts at Bedford Esquires, Thu 17 Apr
Mint cake and three quarters of British Sea Power are probably the most noteworthy exports of Kendal, but Wild Beasts could soon be added to that very short list, even though tonight is a slightly tame affair»
Metronomy at Bedford Esquires, Thu 05 Jun
In the flesh Metronomy provide a soundtrack which overwhelms - you're feeling it rather than simply hearing it»
Johnny Foreigner, Ox.Eagle.Lion.Man, Tubelord at Esquires, Bedford, Sat 07 Jun
Seeing Johnny Foreigner in the flesh is always an assault on the auditory canals, though perhaps they're just a little too chaotic tonight»
