Mogwai/Fuck Buttons Corn Exchange Edinburgh 21/10/08

Mogwai were back last night, for a show at Edinburgh’s Corn Exchange. The gig marked their first show since drummer Martin Bulloch was taken to hospital in NYC and was the opening night of their European tour.

The night got off to a rocky start with the Edinburgh venue experiencing electrical problems, the resulting delay meant neither Fuck Buttons nor Errors got to sound check. Errors got 3 songs while the amazing Fuck Buttons, frustratingly got a mere half an hour. For non Celtic fans this was the biggest disappointment of the night, Fuck Buttons album Street Horrrsing got 8.6 on Pitchfork and you can download Bright Tomorrow for free here. Hurry back Fuck Buttons, we look forward to a full set next time!!

The delay did at least mean Mogwai were able to watch the Champions League game with Man United. A Celtic scarf adorned the drum kit and as the band took to the stage they despairingly announced “Just in case you were wondering Celtic got humped 3-0“!

Fortunately Mogwai were on form to make up for anything outwith their control. The band obviously had a lot of family and friends in attendance, including former Snow Patrol bassist Mark McClelland. Idlewild man, Gareth Russell was also spotted moonlighting behind the scenes.  The full set list is below:

The Precipice
Friend Of The Night
Stanley Kubrick
I’m Jim Morrison, I’m Dead
Christmas Steps
Scotland’s Shame
Hunted By A Freak
I Love You, I’m Going to Blow Up Your School
Thank You Space Expert
Batcat

New Paths To Helicon Pt I
We’re No Here

Support round the UK comes from Fuck Buttons and Errors. The Twilight Sad swap places with Errors for the European leg. Get down early if your going to any of the upcoming shows!!

Pics: Tomas Hermoso

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