A ripple of anticipation simmers through Stage 2 as the crowd gather for the debut appearance of Seasick Steve, passing through Cambridge on his way to somewhere else, all in true hobo style.
Performing with his trusty, battered four string guitar in hand, and a gaggle of photographers in the pit, jostling for the perfect shot, Steve immediately captivates the audience as he regales stories of how he acquired his guitar through a shady deal with a friend.
As he takes of his shirt and informs the crowd that 'It doesn't matter if your old, as long as you can play a little guitar, the girls are still interested' the audience are presented with some fantastic virtuoso Blues playing, with the ever present tap of his foot keeping time.
As three songs pass and the photographers make their way from the pit, we are all reluctant to leave. On our way out we spot Mark Radcliffe standing side of stage, enraptured by this naturally charismatic American performer, who could possibly be the act of the weekend.
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We like Seasick Steve we do. But was he paid in kind?
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