LIVE REVIEW: Walter Trout / Cam Cole - Tramshed, Cardiff 7th May 2025
At the age of 74, and having undergone a liver transplant 11 years ago, one might forgive Walter Trout for hanging up his white Fender Strat and enjoying retirement in Denmark with his wife and family. Not a bit of it. Tonight, the Blues legend from New Jersey is back in Cardiff with his incredible band and for over 90-minutes holds the audience in the palm of his hand. It’s Cam Cole who gets the honour of opening the evening. A one-man band of sorts, his blend of Delta Blues, Grunge and Rock is easy on the ear and whilst he’s slightly restrained due to playing drums and awesome slide at the same time, Cole is captivating throughout his 30-minute set. He’s a curious animal. A cross between Johnny Depp’s Edward Scissorhands and The Mad Hatter, he’s a whirlwind of focus. Playing drums with your feet whilst scorching the fretboard with your hands is no easy style, but the man nails it. The Londoner who appeared on Ted Lasso is skilled and confident and holds the Tramshed’s earl...