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14th November 2005 - London Royal Albert Hall - UK
Reviews
15 Nov 2005
from Rachel
But that boy can put on one hell of a performance and he's cute as all hell. From start to finish the sound quality from the acoustics was amazing. The vt and lighting was spot on to the last second, and Jamie was on top form, jumping about like a nutter, harmonising, even getting the crowd to participate in a spine tingling cover of Radioheads High and Dry. He played probably 50/50 between his new album Catching Tales, and his first major release Twenty Something, the latters title song he played with a magnificent vt chalkboard effect which went from scribblings of the bard to sums equating to the difference between love and lust. The mood was electric and well, Jamie was buzzing off it I think. He jumped around, he played drums on the piano and smashed the keys with his piano stool. I swear, that boy, when he hits his hyper stage, he's like animal from the muppets when he forgot to take the ritalin. Songs such as all at sea, Because there is you, and High and dry were all solely smokey piano softness, with the lights down low, and this amazing feeling that really, although you were sat in the royal albert hall, you were actually in an intimate jazz bar. There was a solitude and warmth to the mood, radiating from him, that made you feel closer, and sent tingles through your entire being. And as Jamie played high and dry and broke in to the final chords he asked the audience to harmonise with him. The sound that floated through that hall, it was as peaceful and beautiful as the choir at st Pauls. And then it was all over far too soon. He did an encore, playing I could have danced all night, and then left the stage to a standing ovation. Top Bannana!!!
15 Nov 2005
from Richard
Absolutely amazing !! I managed to get hold of front row tickets, to suprise my Fiance and we were not dissappointed ! Jamie is the most talented musician and the Royal Albert Hall was the most fitting place to see him perform. Anyone who hasn't seen him on tour yet - get tickets NOW!!!! Thank you Jamie for a wonderful evening
15 Nov 2005
from Barry Collins
Hi All, attended last night at the royal Albert hall and have to say that it was simply brilliant awesome gig Jamie keep up the good music
15 Nov 2005
from Amy
Thoroughly enjoyed myself, first time I had seen Jamie perform live and he was fantastic! I took my sister for her birthday and she loved it too! I would definitely go and see him again, the atmosphere and the acoustics in the Royal Albert Hall were fantastic. I wanted to be up on stage dancing too!
15 Nov 2005
from Sue Goulden
A fantastic show,thankyou Jamie!I couldn't stop singing along with you and can't wait to see you again.The evening was over too soon for me
16 Nov 2005
from Katy
The gig was absolutely amazing! It was brilliant when Jamie came into the crowd and sat down to watch... loved frontin' as well, never seen anyone sing without a microphone just relying on the acoustics. I was blown away by the whole set, the perfect blend of old and new. Thank you so much for an unforgettable evening x
16 Nov 2005
from Sooz
Ohhhhhhh god....... what can I say! Beautiful! Captivating! Powerful! Mesmerising! JC is truly gifted and the Band plus Jamie's charisma and ability to connect with his fans just makes for a perfect night out. Too many highlights to mention, the stage show, the music, the entertainment! Priceless! What can I say! Thank you for the music! Keep it coming!
16 Nov 2005
from Katy
Fantastic night! I went with a friend who did not really know his music or what to expect, and they have now been converted to a Jamie Cullum fan. I defy anyone to see him live and not enjoy it!
20 Nov 2005
from Lucy Garrard
Monday was my 16th birthday so it was amazing seeing Jamie...i could hear on his CDs that he was talented and was so excited about going to see him but i had nooo idea how amazing he was live.his personality really shows through his music,he was inspiring to watch. i had heard in previous reviews that he tends to go a bit wild and throw things at his piano,and i'd seen him hitting it on t.v but wow it was effective!the percussive use of the piano was unbelievably awesome(the drummer also did a similar thing and that was amazing too). i just cant describe how talented jamie is-he came into the audience and sung without a microphone and his voice was still powerful! i came away with an aching jaw from smiling non stop all evening and i wanted to go and see him again on the tuesday! anyone that hasnt been to see jamie cullum has to go!he's incredible and such an inspiration xxx
05 Dec 2005
from sophie
It was incredible.. Jamie and the whole band were on fire!! I felt buzzing as i left the royal albert hall. So many people of different ages and nationalities were there, it was fantastic! I even got to meet him at the end and he was a sweety!