Rodrigo y Gabriela Rock Mandela Hall, Belfast
Rodrigo y Gabriela in Belfast courtesy of my iPhone
I am still in a cloud of awe as I think back at last night’s concert in Mandela Hall, Belfast. Rodrigo y Gabriela were superb. So much mind-blowing talent on the guitar. Originally from Mexico City, the duo specialize in playing fast, rhythmic acoustic guitar. Gabriela has a very unique way of playing and drumming a guitar that will leave you pretty dumbfounded, and Rodrigo’s melodious and extremely precise playing just provides such a beautiful balance.
They were discovered in Ireland by playing in the pubs and bars of Dublin, and have a huge cult following in the country. They certainly love performing and are great at engaging the audience while on a stage in a very genuine and friendly manner.
If you have never heard of them, you have to check out some of their performances on YouTube. I have embedded below their best know piece called ‘Tamacun’ as performed live on Later with Jools Holland. Should they ever come in concert to your town or within a 100 mile radius of your town, go see them!!! They are so worth it.
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If you’re interested, I have assembled a lot of Rodrigo y Gabriela’s performances all in one place.
http://rodgabfan.com
great stuff, thanks for that Rick.
You’re welcome to tell others.
Love Rodgab – genius stuff thanks for posting this. Have you heard Andy Mckee – amazing guitar player – more fingerstyle but incredible stuff http://www.andymckee.com Also for guitar stuff Matt Stevens is good – more Rodgab spanish style – worth a listen http://www.mattstevensguitar.com or Erik Mongrain is amazing as well.
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