The Mission - Live

After many years of listening to their music, I was finally able to see the band live and can honestly say they didn't disappoint. The Lighting the Candles tour was done in a series of small clubs around the country as a way of making their music more available to people. I attended their Preston gig. As soon as they started their set I was impressed at how good they were live. Wayne Hussey was awesome and sounded as good live as on their albums. With it being a small venue, it seemed that much more intimate. We were treated to all of their hits and the crowd were left shouting for more at the end. I was extra happy as it was my birthday and ...  Read the complete review

It would be fair to say that The Mission are about the most entertaining band of all time (both on and off stage). Unlike certain other bands (like the inferior Sisters Of Mercy which this band was initially formed from), their live shows are never dull, always a different play list and the songs are never the same twice. There are those who travel to every gig in a tour (some even come from abroard to see them - even if they've played in that country already!). Obsessive? Perhaps but as I stated, never the same show twice. Have you heard of anyone being bored from a Mission performance? Front man Wayne Hussey is on the same level as the audience - ...  Read the complete review

The Mission are touring the UK in December - go and see them!! I've been a dedicated follower for over 10 years, been to over 30 gigs and they just get better and better. Saw them earlier this year in Bristol, and although it was the first time in four years, it was definitely worth the wait. Slight line-up changes - a new drummer called Scotty Garrett, who did an excellent job, but Mick Brown still has a special place in my heart! Also a new(ish) guitarist called Mark Thwaite, who was brilliant. Wayne Hussey's voice is still as strong and passionate as it always was, and he still manages to put all his energy into every single song. Glad to see he still ...  Read the complete review