The Music Note

Though I was excited to be seeing one of my favourite band's play live, I attended The Killers' two gigs at London's O2 last Friday and Saturday with an open mind. Just days before, the band were forced to cut short their show at Manchester's MEN Arena after four songs, following Brandon Flowers' complaint of a sore throat.  Consequently, Flowers' vocal problems resulted in the band having to cancel the following night's show.  Upon reading this news online last Wednesday - just a few days before the O2 gigs - I was disappointed at the number of comments criticising Flowers, many saying that a sore throat is not a good enough reason to finish a set early/cancel a show.  While I can see how a sore throat may sound like a minor problem, as a vocalist myself, I know that in some instances it can be a sign of major vocal problems, such as laryngitis or nodules.  Yes, these problems may not be as common as cold or flu, but sometimes it just isn't worth tak...

'You Make Loving Fun' -  the fourth and final single to be released from 1977's  Rumours - is not only a great pop song, but a fine representation of the musical era from which it came.  Aside from rich, melodic verses, it's the chorus that makes the track so joyous - Christine McVie's vocals glide effortlessly over a funky groove, perfectly timed against harmonic backing vocals.  The result is a glorious, uplifting sound, which is further enhanced by Lindsey Buckingham's impressive guitar work.