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Having had a bit more time to take in everything that happened at the superb Christmas Show, I thought I'd write a bit more than my quick train post. I've also added my photos and review of the gig to the website.

Stu and Jon on stage during the Christmas Show
The gig felt like a 'crew reunion' in some ways. Colin Walker came out of retirement for a one-off gig and returned to his familiar position behind the monitor desk, so once again I had the pleasure of his company whilst loitering at the side of the stage. Andy Hutch also made a reappearance at the gig, operating the lights for Cathy Burton's support slot. Not only that but Damo the Roadie was also present at the gig as a spectator, after his year spent travelling the world.

Delirious? always seem so at home at Shepherds Bush, probably something to do with them having played there about 8 times now. The band seemed completely relaxed, allowing them to put on a top-notch show, with a real end-of-year feel to it. We've come to expect something a bit extra at the Christmas Shows and the two Christmas numbers, Winter Wonderland and Silent Night, delivered right on cue. It's always great to hear a bit more of StuG, so for me his solo on Beautiful Sun was one of the highlights of the show.

So the year comes to an end for Delirious? It'll be a while before they're next on stage in the UK, with just a handful of one-off gigs in the spring, and then some festivals in the summer. Another UK Tour is unlikely until nearer the end of the year, but we can console ourselves with the knowledge that a new album will be in the works in the meantime, hopefully to arrive late 2005/early 2006.