John Grant (pictured) delivered one of the gigs of the summer at Iveagh Gardens, in Dublin, last night.
Backed by a seven-piece band, including three incredible backing singers, Grant drew from his three solo albums – and even his previous life as vocalist with Dllas alternative rock outfit, The Czars – for a stunning set that encompassed 70s-esque piano balladry, glitchy electronica, full-on disco and arms-in-the-air anthems.
Grant was joined by Villagers’ Conor O’Brien for a gorgeous duet on ‘Glacier’, the Dubliner’s falsetto perfectly complementing Grant’s bruised baritone. In the lovely setting of Iveagh Gardens, this was a truly magical experience.
• John Walshe

See full review in the next issue of Hot Press.