Having reviewed Dallahan gigs last year and the year before there isn't much to add to my earlier words. A new bass player has added a jazzier edge to the backing sound, and Jack Badcock's vocals seem to get better every time I hear him. The band have just that bit more stage presence, a touch more confidence perhaps, after successfully touring in the US. There's still the same energy, inventiveness and the lushness of Jani Lang's Hungarian fiddling. Dallahan just keep on getting better and better.
My only carp would be over the lack of new material, as much as anything because that means their third album must be some way off. Talking to Ciaran Ryan afterwards he says plans are in place and there should be a new release next year. Something to look forward to in 2018. Dallahan remain one of my all time favourite bands, and a thrilling live act.
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