We've recently been to see the Lancashire Hotpots down at Telford's Wharf in Chester. They sing comedy songs, mostly about technology and modern life in Lancashire, in broad Lancashire accents - Patrick is a big fan as both of his parents are from Lancashire.
We were somewhat frustrated at first, because Patrick thought the Telford's Wharf website had advertised the live music as starting at nine, whereas in fact the band didn't come on till 10.30pm. Still, the real ale at Telford's Wharf is delicious (I reccommend the Cheshire Cat) and the piped music was acceptable. The Lancashire Hotpots were on great form, they were having a really good time and so were we. Because Patrick and I had got there early we had a front row spot, and were happily dancing away and singing along. They played Patrick's favourites including 'Oh No, He's Gone Emo' and 'Chippy Tea', which he can't stop singing now, plus a few new ones such as 'The Chav Song' and 'Tha's Got For Get SatNav'.
We bought their album 'Never Mind the Hotpots' - Patrick can't stop playing it in the car! The only song I'm dubious about is 'Lancashire Town' - a modern take on clone towns in the North West, which ends with the singer moving to Coventry. Surely this will isolate the Hotpots' fan base of loyal Lancastrians? Move back, immediately!!!
All in all, a grand night out, and a good laugh too!
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Thanks Val for your comments about Joe and Kerry. They are great and keep in touch regularly. Oh for the joys of webcam!!
Where might one buy said album?
TCA
I think you can only get the album after their gigs - and most of those are in the North West strangely enough! Try sending the lads a message on their myspace site (I expect you'd worked it out, but click the orange writing on my post - it's a link) I'm sure they can sort you out with a copy.
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