IN FOCUS// Johnny Marr at Rock City, Nottingham

IN FOCUS// Johnny Marr at Rock City, Nottingham Credit: Alina Salihbekova
Credit: Alina Salihbekova

Johnny Marr, the iconic guitarist and founding member of The Smiths, graced the stage of Rock City in Nottingham on Sunday, April 14th, captivating audiences as part of his electrifying “The Spirit of Power” tour. The evening was a celebration of music, brimming with joy, emotion, and radiant energy.

IN FOCUS// Johnny Marr at Rock City, Nottingham Credit: Alina Salihbekova
Credit: Alina Salihbekova

Marr’s performance was a testament to his enduring talent, delivering a setlist that transported fans through the beloved catalogue of The Smiths with an exhilarating fervour. Nottinghamshire reverberated with the resounding choruses of timeless classics, echoing the passionate response of the crowd.

IN FOCUS// Johnny Marr at Rock City, Nottingham Credit: Alina Salihbekova
Credit: Alina Salihbekova

In addition to the cherished favourites, Marr unveiled his latest compositions to an eager and receptive audience, who welcomed the new material with open arms and enthusiastic applause.

Joining Marr on stage for a mesmerizing collaboration was the talented Gaz Coombes, whose mastery of the guitar and songwriting prowess earned high praise from Marr himself. Their musical synergy illuminated the stage, enchanting all who were fortunate enough to witness it.

IN FOCUS// Johnny Marr at Rock City, Nottingham Credit: Alina Salihbekova
Credit: Alina Salihbekova

Throughout the performance, Marr and his band exuded infectious enthusiasm, engaging in playful banter and delivering flawless renditions that showcased their unparalleled skill. As the final stop on his tour, Marr expressed his genuine delight in concluding the journey at the iconic Rock City, a sentiment shared by all in attendance.

IN FOCUS// Johnny Marr at Rock City, Nottingham Credit: Alina Salihbekova
Credit: Alina Salihbekova

For those lucky enough to be present, the experience was immortalized through captured moments, as Marr’s dynamic presence and musical prowess were captured in these photographs.

Johnny Marr’s setlist in Nottingham:
Sensory Street
Panic
Generate! Generate!
Spirit Power and Soul
New Town Velocity
This Charming Man
Somewhere
Walk Into the Sea
The Answer
Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want
Stop Me If You Think You’ve Heard This One Before (with Gaz Coombes)
Get the Message (Electronic song)
Bigmouth Strikes Again
Hi Hello
How Soon Is Now?
Easy Money
Getting Away With It (Electronic song)

Encore:
The Passenger (Iggy Pop cover)
You Just Haven’t Earned It Yet, Baby (with Gaz Coombes)
There Is a Light That Never Goes Out (with Gaz Coombes)

IN FOCUS// Johnny Marr at Rock City, Nottingham Credit: Alina Salihbekova
Credit: Alina Salihbekova
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Alina is a professional journalist and linguist who loves attending gigs. She's been taking pictures and reviewing live music since 2015 for a variety of different websites. Alina is a big music enthusiast and enjoys all sorts of different genres from nu-metal, industrial and hard rock to jazz, electronic and ambient music.

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