The outstanding Kandace Springs - live at Ronnie Scott's

This was a proper night out. Meeting friends for early drinks (well, peppermint tea) at Bar Italia on Frith Street. Then a spot of supper (chips and the best mushy peas) before piling into Ronnie Scott's.
    For some reason, we ended up with excellent seats. A perfect view of the stage and - of course - outstanding acoustics for both the support and main acts.
    Ronnie's always books the finest acts and Ms Springs was simply outstanding. She had the funkiest, coolest bass player and drummer I've heard in a long time and her piano playing is better in the flesh than recorded.
    What's equally important is that she's the consummate performer, so she wowed the audience. If there was any criticism, it would be that she played to the crowd, with more standards than originals. I'd have liked to hear more from Indigo, but she teased us with a number of two from her forthcoming album, which was excellent.
    A fabulous night out.