On a bright, very brisk night I ventured out to a venue I haven't been to before, Leicester's De Montfort Hall, for a band at my recollection I hadn't seen in over 20 years... the world renowned Placebo as part of the Never Let Me Go tour. Starting off proceedings were Cruel Hearts Club. The … Continue reading Gig Review: Placebo / Cruel Hearts Club – De Montfort Hall, Leicester (29th November 2022)
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Placebo are a huge, quirky and interesting band. They're also, I confess, one about which I know very little. I was at university when "Nancy Boy" was released, and it's part of my life soundtrack, but I never really followed the band after that. However, we get a deluge of material coming in each day … Continue reading Album Review: Placebo – Never Let Me Go
I confess that Placebo were a band I'd forgotten about despite then having some huge (and enjoyable) hits back in the day. "Song To Say Goodbye" isn't one I'd heard before so I gave it a listen so I could see what downbeat post metal combo (and former Band of the Day) Harakiri For The … Continue reading Classic Covers: Harakiri For The Sky – “Song To Say Goodbye” (original by Placebo)
Placebo has been one of those staple bands in my music library to either gear up with adrenalin or to slow down and soothe the soul, but somehow I continuously missed the live train of touring. Once Placebo confirmed a 20th Anniversary tour, I didn’t have an excuse to say no. They managed a whopping … Continue reading Placebo – Nottingham Motorpoint Arena, 6th December 2016
Another band making me feel old are Placebo, who have just released a slew of dates from October to December in celebration of the 20th anniversary of their self-titled debut album. Traipsing from Denmark to London, more dates for 2017 will be announced later. Brian Molko had the following to say about their choice of … Continue reading Placebo announce 20th anniversary tour