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MIKE & THE MECHANICS IN CONCERT:
Pop rock supergroup Mike & The Mechanics began as a Genesis offshoot in the mid-'80s and quickly become a sensation in their own right with arena-sized anthems about patriotism, fatherhood, and love. At the band's career-spanning live shows timeless ballads like "The Living Years" and "Over My Shoulder" sound as fresh as they did fifteen years ago, moving ticket buyers of all generations with soaring melodies and poignant lyrics. Mike and Company temper their slower tunes with upbeat favorites like "Silent Running" and "All I Need Is a Miracle", giving their '80s synthpop counterparts a run for their money with exuberant performances that always get fans dancing. Whether they're taking it fast or slow, Mike & The Mechanics deliver a feel-good concert experience for new and true fans alike.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Mike Rutherford, guitarist for legendary British rock band Genesis, formed Mike & The Mechanics as a side project in 1985. Together with lead singer Paul Carrack, Rutherford penned a string of late-'80s chart smashes that established the band as one of the UK's preeminent soft rock groups. They hit the ground running with their self-titled 1985 debut album, climbing the charts with catchy singles like "Silent Running" and "Taken In". Superstardom followed just a few years later when their 1989 sophomore album The Living Years peaked at No. 2 on the UK Albums Chart, topping charts in the US and Europe with its title track. Despite several lineup changes the band remained a consistent chart presence throughout the '90s and '00s thanks to popular albums like 1995's Beggar on a Beach of Gold and 2004's Rewired. Following Carrack's departure the band went on hiatus from 2004 until 2010, when Rutherford reemerged with a completely new lineup. The new formation's debut together, 2011's The Road, proved they had lost none of their magic, drumming up anticipation among fans for their future tours.
The music was enjoyable, bringing back memories of music from the late 80's and early 90's. Their young lead vocalist was the weak point of the band. He did not compare to the original singers in the band, and was a disappointment.
good affordable seats, great concert. first time there. I would go again.
Sorry to say we left in the middle of the show. Very boring the opening act was way better, and that's not saying much.
These guys are so good. A lot of talent in this band. Saw them many many years ago for their Living Years Tour and thought they were great then. Different lineup but just as good. My only complaint is there's not enough local shows to see them again!
Wow, it was GREAT. I usually put in earplugs due to volume, but not for this concert. Pure music, pure vocals, genuine entertainment!! Choice of songs was great from all albums. Watching Mike Rutherford (original member) play was inspiring. The lead singer, WOW, he had full vocals. It was a pleasant surprise when they did some Genesis covers and 1 new song. Great energy and also emotional songs - a good mix. Only downside was the opening act. Very bizarre and strange.
I was surprised how good they were given the somewhat mediocre videos that appeared on the net. Sound quality and singing were outstanding and arrangements were superb. Much better than I remembered them in the 90s in Hamburg. They should have played 'Everybody gets a second chance' though and 'Lay your love on me' by Roachford. Otherwise great show though, which lasted about 95 minutes.
Although I enjoyed the music, it just wasn't the same. The lead singer, Tim Hower, jumped around the stage like a punk rock group, while the other lead singer Andrew Roachford sounded like he wanted to be Billy Ocean
Very entertaining show. Super vocals. Would have been a bit more enjoyable if I knew more of their songs. The Genesis tunes were excellent.
This was the first night of the tour and WOW were they good. Well rehearsed and sounded great. One of the best sounding shows, at The Birchmere, I have ever heard. All songs were highlights. If they come to your area, GO, GO, GO.
Whether you're a M&M fan, a Genesis fan, or both, and you've mostly watched their shows through binoculars in stadiums (stadia?) and arenas, you'd probably get an almighty kick out of seeing this show - as I did - from a nose-hair's length from center-stage at Alexandria VA's Birchmere venue. I'd thought it might be difficult not to focus primarily on the ex-Genesis man but the entire M&M crew contributed significantly to this celebration of the works of both bands. In the intimate environment that is the Birchmere "music hall" each and every performer worked tirelessly to connect with his up-close audience. My wife (normally a genteel soul) is generally somewhat lukewarm re my preference for classic rock but as we exited the venue, and I invited her critique, she preceded ".......fantastic" with language that would do credit to a Navy seaman! Had there been a nearby show the next night we'd unquestionably have BOTH been there! As someone whose first Genesis concert was the celebrated "Gabriel-in-gold-lame-on-a-wire" show at London's Drury Lane theatre, you'll understand that I'm no spring-chicken but this show - this "experience" - induced goose-bumps and moistening eyes over and over again. While Mr Rutherford is, literally, an "Old" Carthusian nowadays - you'd never know it! We heard every M&M hit and some less well known gems, plus a half-dozen Genesis numbers; even a tongue-in-cheek "Can't Dance" samba! Need I say more?
Awesome concert. Voices superb. Music brilliant. Songs outstanding.
