Saw Lankum on Friday at a packed Manchester Albert Hall. I’ve been to 100s of gigs over the years since I saw the Clash 45 years ago aged 15. I can honestly say this was one of the best gigs I’ve ever experienced - the intensity of the drones, the solo, unison and harmony singing, the incredible arrangements and playing. I was completely blown away.

Sandman, your comment about Jimi Hendrix is fair enough (even if he did go on to fill big venues and play to huge festival crowds). Most of the gigs I go to have been ti y- I prefer small venues. And Lankum have spent plenty of time playing the small venues and are still happy to join in pub sessions etc. I just think it’s good to see a folk group - especially one so uncompromising in their vision - do well these days. And yes- I’m sure they have a good manager!