Join me as I preview an exciting year of live music, from Fish’s farewell tour at the Cambridge Corn Exchange to Bruce Springsteen at Berlin’s Olympic Stadium. Alongside these, there’s Lana Del Rey at Wembley, Simply Red’s anniversary show at the O2, and even a surprise ticket for Robbie Williams in Bath. Whether it’s farewells, legends, or unexpected gigs, 2025 promises unforgettable musical moments.
Steve Hackett Live: A Night of Genesis Classics & The Lamb
Steve Hackett’s Cambridge show was a stunning mix of *The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway*, Genesis classics like *The Cinema Show*, and solo highlights including *Shadow of the Hierophant*. A truly unforgettable night.
Peter Gabriel’s Solsbury Hill – Where is it and can you climb it?
Peter Gabriel’s “Solsbury Hill,” a reflection on his departure from Genesis and solo career contemplation, holds a deeper connection to an actual hill near Bath, UK. The 1977 song features metaphorical lyrics about transformation and decision-making. The writer’s personal journey to the hill mirrored Gabriel’s, offering them perspective. The hill is accessible from Bath and is a serene vantage point with historical and soul-searching significance.