The opening gig of a 24 date tour by Jacob & Drinkwater showed how you should always watch live music rather than on Youtube or Spotify to judge any performer. The duet's new "Waters of England Tour part 2" will be interesting especially as they swam in the river Dart before the start of this tour (Twitter). Will they be swimming in any of the other rivers around the venues they will be playing? You should follow them to find out.

The show was well received by the Exeter audience and for good reason, as this was their first return to the Exeter Phoenix since 2015.

This was enjoyable music and easy listening at its best. It was nice to see another local band return from the dreaded Covid lockdown and make the audience feel really appreciated. With poignant songs being played especially in the current environment, it meant there was a real connection with the duet and the audience which is sometimes missed by some performers.

They are clearly talented musicians and performers who will be returning to Calstock on 23 October 2022 for their final tour date. If you can, go and see them live, I guarantee that you won't be disappointed.

Charles Derry