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Lanegan’s early life was marred by drug abuse and a dysfunctional family, but whilst serving time on a rehab course at around the age of 18, he met Van and Gary Lee Conner. In 1984, he formed the grunge band “Screaming Trees”, with the Conners and Barrett Martin, they rehearsed at the brother's parents video rental store. Lanegan originally wanted to be the drummer of the band, but ended up being the frontman, a year later they were signed and released their debut Clairvoyance.
Around this time, Screaming Trees were just one of many bands emerging from Seattle, alongside bands such as Nirvana, Pearl Jam and Soundgarden and they were subsequently dubbed as “The Godfathers of Grunge”. The band released four more albums before they were picked up by major label Epic Records in 1991. The band enjoyed a successful career during the 90s enjoying both commercial and critical triumphs. A lot of their releases charted well and the group embarked on tours around the States before breaking up in 2000, after their final album, “Dust”.
During the 90s Lanegan had also began his solo career, after releasing his debut album “The Winding Sheet”. His second release “Whiskey For The Holy Ghost” was well received, with critics noting his scratchy and baritone voice, comparing him to the likes of Tom Waits. This cemented his career as a solo artist.
In 2001, Lanegan decided to join his friend Josh Homme’s band, “Queens of the Stone Age”, taking over lead vocals on tracks such as “Hangin’ Tree” and “God is in the Radio”. He joined QOTSA on tour as the third lead vocalist the following year, and has recorded and played with the band intermittently ever since.
Críticas en vivo
There are few voices in all of rock and roll quite as distinctive and immediately recognizable as Mark Lanegan's. From his early days fronting the Screaming Trees, to more widespread recognition with Queens Of The Stoneage, Lanegan's rich, almost syrupy baritone has been the gold standard against which all other hard rock singers are measured. Even as he was performing with other bands, Mark Lanegan has always made time to record seven solo albums, and his live shows draw on not only that material, but also on songs he's written with Greg Dulli of the Afghan Whigs (they recorded as aptly-named Gutter Twins) and former Belle & Sebastian instrumentalist Isobel Campbell.
For fans who only know Lanegan from fronting fairly loud, heavy rock bands from the Pacific Northwest, the more restrained, perhaps folk-blues leanings of his solo live shows may come as a bit of a surprise. His band of veteran musicians deliver a sound that's almost southern gothic in nature. Lanegan's always written to his darker side, his live shows accentuate that. If there's a word to sum up the experience of seeing Mark Lanegan perform live, that word is probably “intense”. Holding onto the mic stand like a man overboard grasps a life ring, Lanegan delivers his haunting, sometimes malevolent bluesy rock with his eyes clenched tightly shut, letting his rumbling voice wash over the crowd in dark waves.
Seattle alternative rock musician Mark Lanegan has a huge reputation on the indie circuit in the UK so it is no wonder he often performs on the isles even more frequently than in his homeland. The musician has crafted an ambient live show which crosses genres of psychedelica, blues and grunge and has gone on to be so critically acclaimed mostly due to positive word of mouth feedback.
He released a critical and commercial success in 2014 in the form of 'Phantom Radio' and the music found on this album translates onto stage the best in my opinion. It is still great to see a true variation in setlist with older tracks expertly placed amidst the new material and the crowds enjoying the overall cohesion of the show. Joined onstage by musicians of equal talent, they interact brilliantly and clearly listen to each other as the instruments all harmonise perfectly. The intimacy of the venue works in Mark's favour during a moody encore of 'I Am the Wolf' and 'Killing Season' which he performs in near to complete darkness. From the reaction, it is clear Lanegan is forever welcome in the UK.
sean-ward
Ellensburg native, the incredible vocalist Mark Lanegan was like Nick Cave imitating Jim Morrison passed out on quaaludes. A very haunting performance by the unique man with the sterling baritone. He was accompanied by electric guitar wizard Alain Johannes who played beautifully! Mark Pickerel, also an E’burg native, and a former band mate of Lanegan, opened the show. He played somber melodic Americana tunes while strumming his acoustic.
marc-rider
The concert was great. Lanegan played a nice mixture of songs from his latest record and others from previous records.
The venue was a wise choice. The Passionskirche in Berlin is a beautiful place, the lights and ambience were incredible and its acoustic made the sound quality and Lanegan's voice much more impressive.
daniel-ferraz-1
A great gig, very atmospheric, and with an eclectic (and rather tall!) audience. Duke Garwood supported, and his final song Heavy Love was great. Some beautiful singing and guitar work, and the venue was old style. Loved the dancing….
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