The gig was part of ‘Live By the Lake’ series at Kenwood House. With only three acts and doors opening late afternoon, everyone expected a decent length set from BSP. Instead, the organisers decided that Teleman should have 20 minutes, British Sea Power 30, and Suede about 1 hour 20 minutes, with an early 10:30 curfew. Frankly the timings were disgusting for such an expensive ticket especially when they had the freedom to start the music early. They were also charging £10 more to enter the enclosure nearest the stage. Something I also think is wrong. At £38 (with booking fee) and with such poor timings, it was poor value, but charging nearly £50 for such a short gig was frankly extortionate.

But how were BSP and Suede? Despite their shortened sets, both bands put in great performances. Unfortunately, BSP’s set just too short. A great pity when they could have easily done a longer set.