(not from the gig, just an idea of the guitar bars atmosphere)
On Wednesday evening I set off to play at the guitar bar in Nottingham. I got my satnav at the ready, picked up the boyfriend, and headed up to Nottingham (Clumber St). I had never been to the guitar bar before but I did know a few people who'd played there before and said it was a nice little venue.
The gig was kind of last minute just to get a feel for the place and the sort of people there are to work with. Organised by Neil Atkinson of NA Music the night was full of great talent, and a real pleasure to share the stage with.
First on was Marc Reeves, a folk singer-songwriter from Nottingham with simply awesome songs and a really relaxing, mature voice. Infact I was listening to my Chilli Peppers CD in the car and the intro to 'Road Trippin' really reminds me of my favourite song of Marcs - Judgement Day. You can check him out on youtube and facebook so if you like Folk music with some great guitar combinations, go go go!
Second up was Daniel Graham. Coincidentally me, Daniel and Marc all played at Rescue Rooms (Acoustic Rooms) last week which was the first time we met, so it was lovely to see them again! Daniels voice reminds me of a cross between Jamie Scott and James Morrison, its really unique and really rather soulful. He sings every word like he means it, and his originals are truly fantastic with well thought out, catchy lyrics and tunes. He also included a very stylish, unique cover of Otis Readings' classic 'Sitting on the dock of the bay.' A voice to watch for the future I'd say...
Next was...ME (Becky Lovatt)! I ended up playing a 5 tune set, doing 3 covers (Scientist, Songbird and my take on the song House of The Rising Sun), and 2 originals (Alive and I've Had Enough... both of which are on my youtube channel BEX9637). I thought it went really well and I got positive feedback afterwards so hey, I cant complain!
Next up was Mr. Chris Reeve with his fantastic banjo skills... It was actually a really refreshing change after an evening of all guitars to have something a bit different, and his skills were pretty impressive! I will definitely be going to another gig, mainly because I do love that sort of music and its something completely different to whats on the 'scene' at the moment!
Last up was Micheal Lynch... I wasn't really sure what to expect at first as I'd never stumbled across Micheal's music, but it was a very pleasant surprise. A soulful, soothing voice mixed with great guitar skills really makes me a happy bunny! I loved his original songs, and he even threw in part of a cover of Alicia keys 'No One,' which I know from singing myself is a tough song, let alone for a guy!
All in all the night was packed FULL of talent. If you ever get a chance to see any of these guys around Nottingham or anywhere else, get down because you wont be disappointed.
Thanks to everyone who played, the sound guy at the Guitar Bar who did a great job, and to Neil who organised it all. I, personally, can't wait for the next one!
B x
PS photos ARE NOT from the night!!! x
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