GIGS IN JANUARY 2007

FALMOUTH ART COLLEGE (26TH JANUARY)

THE REELS

Top the bill tonight was never going to be a great place after the previous acts, but local heroes The Reels showed how professional they were with a quick turn around and a more mellow style that contrasted with the previous Exeter hordes.

Down to a three piece nowadays, (Alex`s guitar easily filling the gap on both old and new songs), the band were planning on showcasing some new material amongst their regular set but were restricted by time into cutting large chunks from their intended setlist. Coupled with technical problems, The Reels performed valiently against the odds and did finish strongly. Their mix of Radiohead and Oasis came to the fore with a feedback led finale that suddenly took the audience up a gear and left us wanting more of the same.

Having seen The Reels perform before, I`d say they`ve done better - this was good, but The Reels can be stunning on top form.

Disappointment all round, I`m afraid.

(Photos by Lord Itchfield)