Julien&John Live in Bennigans
At a glance
About this event
First gig in Derry for this exiting guitar duo whom have received great critical praise for their latest album Just The Way You Are. They combine their background in the world of classical and jazz guitar and bring new life to some of the most popular pop tunes over the last 40 years.
The Album
'Just The Way We Are' is the continuation and evolution of Julien&John's debut album 'Street Life'. Although similar choices were made in terms of selection of songs (originals, movie soundtracks and pop covers), this record features upbeat numbers and longer improvised sections. The choice of recording the album with an archtop and a spanish guitar accentuates the different landscape of sounds that both Julien and John bring to the table and the implementation of percussive techniques, makes for a 'jazzier and groovier' sounding record.
The arranging abilities of the Irish guitar duo are on full display on more intricate numbers like 'Bridge Over Troubled Water' and 'Something at Sea'. 'It's A Long Road', an original arrangement of Jerry Goldsmith's theme track for the movie 'First Blood' (1982), showcases John's classical technique and numbers like 'Just The Way You Are' and 'Golden Lady' provide a solid harmonic foundation for Julien's lyrical and jazzier improvisation.
Location
13 John St
Venue details
For generations this unique venue has been offering the city and its visitors an open and homely atmosphere, fine beverages and the best of live entertainment. Over the years it has evolved to become a very special music venue and a hub for Creative Culture. This small but ambitious venue hosts its very own gallery, a quirky shop, an annual Christmas Fare, a wide range of beers including local brewers Northbound and an interesting selection of cocktails with a local twist.
