THERE aren't many bands worth giving the Champions League final the elbow to
see.
But last night, I joined a crowd of music lovers doing just that to watch Guy
Garvey and Co perform a rare acoustic set.
Flanked by two violinists, the band played a one-hour gig at London's Hospital
Club to a small audience of just 100.
It felt brief but was very much a case of quality rather than quantity.
Elbow's music translates perfectly to a small setting without losing any of
its clout.
Latest single Grounds For Divorce took on a completely new character, with
Garvey on harmonica throughout.
While older songs such as Fugitive Motel sounded fantastic stripped back too,
with the husky frontman's voice filling the room.
It was a real treat for the competition winners who had gathered for the show,
organised by music mag Q.
And an evening well worth missing some kickabout in Moscow for.
