Fieary Goes Underground: Motörheadache @ Star and Garter 16/09/17 The Curse Still Rings True tour (Ethereal Dark's birthday bash)

Well what can I say. The past few months have been well for independent and tribute music. Yes, I said tribute music. Bands that dedicate to play songs from original artists are more than just 'the next best thing'. Here's why:

1) Well known artists like Rolling Stones, Take That etc can run £100+ a ticket, even standing. Even bands like Depeche Mode are expensive. An excellent tribute band will be much much cheaper, saving you a small fortune.

2) Bands like Siouxsie Sioux and The Banshees don't tour anymore. Hell, they parted seperate ways years ago. Lizzie and the Banshees have been carrying on that flame for the OG band for quite some time now (2012 to be exact).

3) Bands may choose to disband after a well known individual of the band passes away (usually the singer). This is true of Joy Division, Type O Negative, Nirvana etc. The other members may choose to form other bands (Joy Division to New Order for example), but often fans of the OG bands may not often like this new, and sometimes alien like sound. Enter tribute acts.

Motörheadache definitely fits the latter.

After Lemmy's death at the end of 2015, many fans and metal heads alike were at mourning. Celebrating the life and music of a great legend, now a Rock and Metal God. Motörhead were known for their intense, energy fueled gigs. A fantastic hard rock/heavy metal band has all that. Motörheadache has all that too.

The night started well with Maiden Iron. A fantastic tribute act to Iron Maiden. For those of you that like the CLASSIC Iron Maiden sound. These guys have you covered. "Close your eyes and it's 1985", as they say.

Maiden Iron on Facebook

After a short break, we were then treated to the headliners of the evening's gig. If very loud music hurts your ears, then get prepared. Either with earplugs, or psych yourself up; because this is a loud and proud night that you will experience. If you have never attended a Motörhead gig before, then you sure are in for a treat, as the sound will have your ears ringing afterwards. However, it is worth it! The energy that Rob Campbell (as Lemmy) is able to convey really sets the scene.

I cannot recommend that you go to see them enough. Expect great songs like: Iron Fist, Jailbait, R.A.M.O.N.E.S, Ace Of Spades, Overkill, Bomber and many more.

What made the night more special was that it was the 30th birthday bash of one of my best friends: Ethereal Dark, co-founder and organizer of Manchester Vampire Guild [expect a blog post about these guys in the future]. For her birthday treat, she was made to get up on stage; but not before dragging yours truly with her, along with another lucky lady.

Ethereal, and her husband, Vanian, would like to thank all who attended this wonderful night. The gig would not have been made possible without the fantastic staff at venue Star and Garter, and the excellent bands that played, and making the night an awesome experience. Thanks also extends to the members of MVG who help to keep the scene going; to Ellen and Karl who help in organizing events and administrating on the Facebook group; and to DJ Bignickb (featured at event nights ArA and Black Planet) for photos and the after party. Without you all, this would not have been made possible.

Motörheadache are:

Rob Campbell - Bass and Vocals

David Nutter - Drums

Al Leach - Guitar

Deps for guitar is Ian 'Fast Hilly' Hill, and for drums Garry 'Magpie' Bowler.

For more info on Motörheadache, and up and coming gigs on their UK tour please visit:

http://www.motorheadache.uk

Motorheadache on Facebook