Tim Westcott

I recall Lucinda complaining about cameras and getting mildly hysterical at the London shows in 2006. She admitted she was nervous on those dates and said the same this time round, but it took her longer to relax on this gig. Her voice was probably in better shape at this gig than 2006 but I have to say I thought the show lacked the subtlety that Doug Pettibone provided. Not only is Doug a phenomanal guitarist – he can rock with the very best – he also understands the importance of space; ie when not to play. Buick 6 certainly helped Lucinda rock and after about half a dozen songs it was pretty much heads down rock n roll all the way! And I really enjoyed it. But I missed Doug, especially on the slower numbers, which were fewer than the last time she played London.