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Blur Bassist's Symphony Surprise at Latitude
27 Jul
Summary
- Blur bassist Alex James performed Britpop Classical at Latitude Festival.
- The show featured a symphony orchestra, live band, and guest vocalists.
- James expressed thrill at the unexpected enthusiastic crowd reception.
Blur bassist Alex James recently thrilled audiences at Latitude Festival with his innovative Britpop Classical performance. Held at the Obelisk Arena, the show saw James collaborate with a full symphony orchestra, a live rock band, and special guest vocalists.
The unique concert presented a vast catalogue of iconic 1990s anthems in a symphonic rock format. James described the Latitude performance as a 'test' for the project, expressing immense satisfaction with the overwhelmingly positive crowd response.
Reflecting on the experience, James shared his excitement, stating he still had "goosebumps" from the performance. He was particularly struck by the crowd's energy, noting their fervent engagement even though they had purchased festival tickets for the weekend rather than specifically for his show.
