Bristol 12.7.2004

Despite some concerns about possible turnout, the Carling Academy seemed pretty full when Todd and the band went on stage. From the opening number 'Truth' to the final encore 'JOV' I watched totally mesmerized by pure genius. This was quite an intimate venue and, probably like me, the majority of the fans were just delighted to see Todd again. Every song was special but if there was one that really stood out for me it was 'Sweet'. The wizard's voice was just amazing; the band were really tight; and the 'falling asleep' pretence in 'Born to Synthesize' was amusing. I smiled throughout and didn't want it to end.