Jason Warnes from 'Scooby Snaps' (see gallery for photos by Jason)

The Star Inn
7th September 2008

First introduced to this alternative original rock band at Egypt Cottage, I was immediately inspired to go out and buy a CD and go watch them again at The Star Inn.

Ruth Thompson has the vocal range of a true hardcore professional and the energy of an athlete which is infectious to the audience, creating an awesome feel good atmosphere.

Arty Thompson is without doubt a talented musician playing rock anthems alternatively on the cello and electric guitar. Since leaving school I have not listened to much classical music and 'Arty's' expression and attitude made me want to go out and investigate this genre further and re-educate my musical inspiration.

Having seen John a few years ago with the King Snakes I was excited at having the prospects of seeing him once more and was not disappointed with his performance as he held Gladstone together with a solid back beat whilst still maintaining that Paul Newman like smile.

Snap Jacksons rendition on the acoustic of Plain White T's, 'Hey There Delilah' was awesome and his grooves and collaboration with John made for a concrete foundation for the rest of Gladstone to feed off.

I will definitely go and see Gladstone in the future on many more occasions and look forward to whatever they throw at me at our next liaison.