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Although this struggling city has just suffered some of the most horrific floods in 30 odd years there was a vibrancy and resilience I felt, as good honest country folk went about their daily afternoons and trips home. It was good to see that life continues to strive regardless. I drove out of town randomly to some pretty farm land, where I got out to have a look around.. it had the soft full scent of cow shit in the air.. I must admit the pink and orange sunset was pretty spectacular.\n\nI did question Murray chose to do his first gig here in Lismore for his new tour for 2017 to Promote his new album Comanche. But after he claimed it as his hometown during the show it made enough sense.  He does reside somewhere close in Eureka in northern NSW I believe. I did feel weird with my surfboard in the back being a long way from the coast.\n\nI must say the $49.90 I paid for the ticket was a bit much.  His band must be expensive.\n\nAs for the album you will have to look elsewhere if you are after a review, I have not heard it nor do I really care too.  I’m sure it delivers.\nI am glad to tick the box on the Pete Murray live experience and after the show I am happy to say I don’t need to attend another one.  Much to the disagreement from the myriad of adoring middle aged women swooning over him in the audience.\n\nLismore hall is a great venue, good foyer, friendly staff, clean and sweet smelling bathrooms and a distinct lack of that weird red circle carpet from the 70’s you find in most foyers from the era. Nice bar, decent prices and the concert hall it self is perfect for intimate shows of up to about 1000 people. \n\nThe sound in the room is spot on.  Excellent.  Solid lighting and a really good close view to the performers.\n\nI did notice I was on the younger end of the spectrum and at 34 realised the demographic Pete appeals too now is a little older than me.\n\nA young singer songwriter Ben Wright-smith came out on stage to warm up the crowd with his hipster looking electric  guitarist mate Myles.  They were nervous, but appreciative and happy to be on stage, they delivered there songs with practiced confidence.\n\nBen wasn’t ground breaking nor earth shaking but his music will appeal to many and I hope he continues to grow as a performer and musician.  He clearly has talent and with the right producer and band behind him he could have a future in the biz.  Keep and eye out for a support gig or free show.  Worth using as a way to wash down the first few beers as his 70’s style sounds will help you digest the brew.\n\nPete came on, confident and strong.  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