The Brook by Hatfield and The North

"Not everything in an archive like Phil’s was left properly labelled, so this is our best guess at to what this is – it is obviously not the complete concert, but it is a soundboard source, so it sounds excellent. And this is a solid performance, from the first proper tour the reformed Hatfield did once Pip had recovered from the back pain that had necessitated hiring Mark Fletcher as auxiliary drummer on the June 2005 dates. Enjoy!"
- Aymeric Leroy
https://philmillerthelegacy.com/music/hatfield-southampton-2005/

It definitely is a soundboard recording, in pretty good but monaural sound, with some unfortunate cable problems with the bass in the first 5 minutes. I have restored the medleys to their uninterrupted state, and done some minor EQ balance. Alex's keyboards are too hot, and so is Phil's guitar sometimes, but it's nice to be able to hear the drums for once.

Tracklist

1.	intro / Big Jobs / Going Up To People and Tinkling / Calyx	4:55

2.	Aigrette / Rifferama	11:33

3.	Seven Sisters	10:51

4.	Licks for the Ladies / Finesse is for Fairies	6:26

5.	What's Rattlin'	5:32

6.	Take Your Pick	15:51

Credits

released October 12, 2005

Richard Sinclair - bass, vocals
Phil Miller – guitar
Alex Maguire – keyboards
Pip Pyle – drums

Quite possibly recorded at The Brook, Southampton, UK on Wednesday 12 October 2005
www.the-brook.com/History/#history

The Brook is a lively, diverse and award-winning Independent Music Venue established since 1994 in Southampton. Long considered a favourite in the South of England. It is a large and beautiful old Victorian building full of character and charm, yet still maintaining an intimate concert space, where all who want can get up close and personal with live artists and performers. It boasts fantastic acoustics and unrivalled sight lines thanks to the split-level layout, with superb facilities ~ the wide and high stage is complimented by an equally wide main floor, both of which are overlooked by a wrap-around balcony that gives a perfect view of the performance.

The Brook is for artists and audiences who are lovers of a unique atmosphere. It is for those who are excited by the variety of high-quality music and artistry on offer, reaching out to a local and wider community and even an international fan base. Our primary focus is audience experience and satisfaction, followed closely by artist. We pride ourselves on our enriched music ‘menu’ and continue to host a wealth of fantastic, Tribute acts, a steady flow of highly respected heritage bands and established performers, as well as providing a solid platform for new aspiring artists of all genres and backgrounds.

We also work closely with local educational institutions to offer our facilities and support to students wherever we can for Workhops, Lectures and Examinations throughout each year.

We have earned kudos with loyal customers, never disappointed by the energy, quality and enthusiasm of the artists and The Brook team that works tirelessly to sustain these values. We know that all who come relish the opportunity to perform or listen to music in such a capacious yet welcoming, intimate venue.

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