The band will be playing an one-off gig in Gondomar, Portugal. The lads decided that we could play a series of tribute-like shows in which, instead of playing a varied setlist, we would focus in playing works from a single artist. We are not using a real setlist as a reference, instead we are handpicking what we feel that are representative songs in a coherent setlist. So far, we only scheduled one show but we are yet to define if we tour a little with it or if we keep scheduling different one-offs with different artists.

For the March 27th gig, we are playing a Rui Veloso set. Rui is the most influential artist to arise in the early 80s in Portugal. He’s also my favorite. I’m sure Big Problem will accordingly butcher some of the most beautiful and memorable songs ever written.

I won’t go into details of the setlist but, if you know Rui’s work, you might guess 4 or 5 major hits that will, most certainly, be played.

I’m considering a smaller rig for this gig – it’s a real pain carrying busloads of guitars and heavy amplifiers. I’m pretty sure no more than 3 guitars will be involved.

I’ll keep you posted.