Hartford, Connecticut, Webster Theater

Headlining, Opening Band: Bangkok Five, Strays

The Cult came out and played a high energy show. Billy, the perfectionist that he is, wasn't happy with the sound. He was frowning and shaking his head during most songs, but still playing great. He can not be fully appreciated until you see him play up close. He is truly an amazing guitar player.

Ian rocked! He moved a lot on stage, and interacted quite a bit with the audience. His mike didn't seem to be loud enough at times, but he made up for it by belting out all the favorites as loud as he could.

The band appreciated the crowd's energy and support. In addition to their normal encore of She Sells Sanctuary, they also played Nirvana.

The bassist (sorry, I don't know his name) had his parents in the audience, and Ian made a point to say how consistent and professional their drummer is each night.

I didn't arrive in time to see the Strays or Bangkok 5, but having seen them a couple nights earlier in Hampton Beach, NH, I didn't rush to see them again. Ian praised both bands during the show. He said that Bangkok 5 are dangerous, and they are what the future will be.

Joe Mama


The Cult sounded absolutely awesome Sat. night, the venue was great, the crowd was a little less then it should have been for them and they for the most part kept up with the same song list but they played Nirvana for the first encore which was sweet! The energy and vibe of the show was better than the crowd and they are what ROCK N ROLL is all about! They came out from the first song Lil' Devil and ripped right through til Sanctuary - Brilliant. I was so pumped to see them again on this tour, I saw them in NYC at the Nokia theatre in March and I was totally blown away how they sounded and performed. Ian and Duff just are hitting on all accords there - the look, the vibe, the energy and attitude all in tact and Rockin. Thank You Ian, Duff and The Cult keep on Rockin'.

Dan C (New Haven, CT)


I saw The Cult at The Webster in Hartford in November. Time certainly does stand still for a select few. Sound was fantastic! & their new drummer (forgive me Cult fans), John Tempesta, is exceptional! Really flatters what they already had going with his clean, hard rock rhythms. The boys all look good! Can't wait to see them again! & hear a new album (oh, I've just given away my age, but I can't get used to saying, can't wait for their next CD??!). Good luck to all!

Debra

Setlist

Lil' Devil
Sweet Soul Sister
Electric Ocean
The Witch
Spiritwalker
Revolution
Rain
The Phoenix
Star
Edie (Ciao Baby)
Fire Woman
Wonderland
Peace Dog
Rise
Wild Flower
Love Removal Machine

Encore

Nirvana
She Sells Sanctuary