The Hollies, Pavilion theatre, Bournemouth
APART from America's Beach Boys, Manchester's Hollies were the band The Beatles admired most - for their harmonies, musicianship and professional panache.
The Beatles split up in 1970. The Hollies are now on their 40th anniversary tour, still filling theatres and delighting fans of all ages. The band features two original members - the charismatic Tony Hicks on lead guitar and Bobby Elliott - crisp, dynamic, powerful, subtle - still the best pop drummer in the business.
The Hollies, with more than 30 hit records around the world, are renowned for their tight and distinctive three-part harmonies. Graham Nash has been replaced vocally and instrumentally by Alan Coates. However, Allan Clarke, the original and brilliant lead singer has retired, and his replacement, Carl Wayne of The Move, relies on corny gestures and cabaret mannerisms.
However, the music goes on. Gasoline Alley Bred and The Air That I Breathe were outstanding, with He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother one of the best pop songs ever.
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