The longevity of this band is clearly, in part, due to their level of live professionalism. And this can only be linked to their status as touring veterans – so it seems reasonable that “Me, I’m All Smiles” be a live album.
Although at times, McCulloch’s vocals sound a little haggard and tired, there are moments when it still has the haunting quality it did twenty years ago.
Thundering through the one everyone knows (if now, only made infamous by the cult classic “Donnie Darko” soundtrack) “The Killing Moon” is executed note-perfect, with a suitable moment of crowd sing-a-long. It’s as if the years melt away from the band when they play this number, it has a sort of rejuvenating effect on them.
The album is a long journey going from the very beginning to the latest releases from Echo & The Bunnymen. It’s always a surprise to me that this band has been around for so long and still remains at cult status.
Judging from the crowd reaction to the set delivered – there’s still a very warm and continuing audience for Echo & The Bunnymen.
