Gandalf Murphy, The Borderline

It was great to see these guys again on their 2012 UK tour, thanks to the efforts of Jim Driver of Rhythm Events fame.  Although they had slimmed down to a four piece, they were still more than capable of delivering an expansive sound as they took the audience through some of the material from their new Grand Slambovians, interspersed with various classics from their back catalogue.  The first track from the new album, Trans Slambovian BiPolar Express, with its slinky slide guitar playing, proved an instant sing-along hit with the audience, whilst Talking With The Buddha was probably the most requested number from way back.  A fine night out, to the extent that Alison was easily persuaded to buy the Grand Slambovian CD!