Had a rare night away from the world cup and what a great night it was. A few friends came to our place to catch the end of the England match (not great, but we did enough), so that we could make the shot trip to Cardiff for the exciting prospect of a Camera Obscura gig with Francois & the Atlas Mountains supporting. The journey was made all the more enjoyable, as we were listening to a great CD from a chap who records under the moniker Little Name. Go to his lovely website to discover more about this very talented chap.
We weren’t disappointed! A slightly truncated version of the Atlas Mountain joined Francois for a wonderful 45 minute set, which featured a few new songs. As ever their infectious ear for a melody coupled with an exuberant sense of fun and energy quickly won over the crowd. It’s great that they are getting some wider exposure by doing this tour, I’m sure that they will pick up many new friends along the way.
Camera Obscura were on fine form, with 3 albums of songs to choose from they now have a set list, which is full of shining gems. The band themselves seem to be aware of the fact that they are playing at the top of their game at the moment and appear to be really enjoying themselves. They are off to the USA soon, well worth catching them if you can.
Talking about being on top of their game, I’ve just watched a fantastic Argentina side win 6-0. Wonderful football, head and shoulders above anything else we have seen so far.
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I'm loving it! Don't get to see the 3pm games this week but I'm trying to do the rest.
I'm not as down on England as most people. Thought we were great in 1st half, I know wew were under the cosh a bit in the 2nd but that happens against good teams. Defending from set plays was dire, but they can sort that out. Don't forget that Sweden didn't really make a chance from open play. Looking forward to seeing the Argentina - Holland match tonight.
What a day today! Missed the afternoon games because of work, delighted to see Ghana get though, sad to see the Czechs go out.
Watched the Croatia - Australia game tonight - Fantastic, it had everything, the perfect game for the neutral. Strange to think that just before half time Japan were on the verge of getting 2nd place, then they end at the bottom. That's way these last group games can be so great.
Quite right about the penalty, could have had a couple more as well if Mr Poll had been on the ball.
Ronaldo plays like a Sunday morning player now, no off the ball running - just belt it into the net. As long as the pass into him is right, it will work like a dream!
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