A first appearance for Dean with his new band, The Sinners. Drums, bass, lead guitar (the excellent Craig Ross, a long time collaborator of Owens), with Kirsten Adamson and Dean himself on rythym guitar and vocals (and a bit of whistling). The other two places in the line up reflected the roots of his latest album, Sinner's Shrine, which has a strong south-west US/Mexico feel to it, with a couple of trumpeters. Perfect for recreating the new sound from the ever evolving Leither, and adding something new to some of his old favourites.
It's become something of a tradition for Owens to be the final act of the Soundhouse year, and the place was as packed and enthusiastic as ever. The band launched straight into three songs from the n ew album, before a pause and Owens talked to the crowd. Perhaps less at length than in times gone by, but he remains as entertaining as ever. The rest of the evening mixed the newer material with some classics from his huge back catalogue, including a Buffalo Blood number, and nice bit of dueting with Adamson on Strangers Again. And of course, the crowd pleasing Raining in Glasgow, complete with participation.
Owens also did a few solo numbers, including the final one of the night, his voice seeming even better without the backing. And excellent night, hopefully to be repeated next year, and the next...
The local boy done good.
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