Even when Gossip were a little known queer punk band based in Portland, Oregan, there was one undeniable fact that preceded their name even then � their formidable reputation as a live act beyond compare. Led by sensationally gifted soul vocalist Beth Ditto, complemented by the jaggedly intuitive playing of guitarist Brace Paine and rock-solid drummer Hannah Blilie, the trio built their loyal fanbase from the ground up, and Beth shone like a star in the dingiest basement. If you were lucky enough to be there, way back at the Camden Underworld or Buffalo Bar, then we don't need to elaborate � Gossip are one of the world's very best live bands. End of.

Now the calibre of act that plays the mainstage at enormo-festivals like Reading/Leeds and enjoys the privilege of headlining the John Peel stage at 2007's Glastonbury among so many live highlights, Gossip are set to release their first ever live album, recorded in 2007 in Liverpool, UK.

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