Blueboy, 'Popkiss' @ Water Rat's, London 18.5.24

Last night was an important one: Blueboy's full band reunion show and single launch at the smokingly hot Water Rat's. I was nervous about it because these songs stir up so many emotions that I probably try to keep down and hidden much of the time. Their duo performance at Rough Trade in January took my breath away.
The second half of the set was the full band or 'full fat' version with drums, bass and electric guitar! They opened up with 'Popkiss'. Listening again, I note Gemma sings much higher than Keith's melody but I don't think she had to! I sang his part just now listening to it.
But what a fabulous way to start the second set. The song that has inspired the name of a book on Sarah Records and the name of at least one club night. And see how Paul comes to the foot of the stage, becoming the guitar god he was always meant to be!
Also note Paul and Gemma's costume change from the acoustic set!

[@OparSopardiyana]

Wow 🎉🎉🎉🎉 Blue boy rare band

[@ezears]

What a fabulous night you lucky souls! “1, 2, 3, 4!”

[@StringBeanJen]

I know! I can barely believe a full band show happened.