Thursday June 23rd saw me making my solo Live debut in nearby Newbiggin by the Sea. This was at the spanking Maritime Centre which overlooks the picturesque beach, so on this fine summer evening we wasted no time in seizing a few photo opportunities as Manager Clemmy snapped away. As we headed inside we were greeted warmly as ever by Acoustic Magic duo Derek and Mel. As we chewed the fat and discussed the order of play etc I was informed I was to be on last tonight, which was totally fine by me. Cool. As the sonic cafe area started to fill up nicely it was time for the first act of the evening. This being Mr Robin Lewsey. This seasoned pro delivered a laid back traditional Northumberland folking 30 minute set, warmly appreciated by the crowd of all ages. Next up was Mike Orchard who describes himself as a trainee singer songwriter folk gadgie on his Twitter page. And who were we to argue? Much in the same vein as opener Robin, Mr Orchard played us the dark fruits of his folk forest and not a bad apple in sight.
As the sun started to go down, setting the scene, and lighting up the large windowed venue nicely. It was time for me to deliver the goods. The nerves were starting to kick in by now which wasn't helped by a slightly annoying aggravating health issue. Nowt to worry about though, and a few medicinal tins of Fosters certainly helped matters. As Derek introduced me I breezed into opener BALLAD OF THE DiSENCHANTED. This set the tone for the night and I was off and running. Tonight I was playing to a few new yet familiar faces, but also for the very first time! This is always a refreshing challenge as well as playing to the acousti-hardcore following. The banter was flowing and I even managed to crowbar a request for an unscheduled mention of THUNDER CATS in the song KiDS TV which went down a storm! I even resisted the temptation of playing THiS iS MY ENGLAND, in light of the final voting day of the EU Referendum. In hindsight it could've been a master stroke, yet the irony may have been lost on unsuspecting listeners. Also the title itself can give the wrong impression, but hey, I digress! Another storming solo gig nailed and another new venue with more new friends and fans made along the way! With not being 100% fit, this gave me more pleasure than most to do my job with the same desire and dedication. Big thanks to everyone for coming down and supporting this event. Cheers again to Derek and Mel and to performers Robin and Mike. Also just to remind you I will be back at the Maritime Centre in February 2017 supporting the great Ed Tudor Pole. Possibly before that date too...so watch this space!
Time for a new acoustic song lads and lasses don't you think? This was purely coincidental in the shadow of the aforementioned EU referendum. Or maybe it was subliminal. Who knows? Anyway my new track is called LANDMiNE HEADLiNES. We live in a time of sensationalised 24 hour news channels, and showbiz scandalous headlines are in our face in our phones and constantly shared on social media, newspapers and magazines as heroes are built up only to be knocked down in the name of entertainment and greed. You can check this new acoustic song on my Soundcloud or Reverbnation pages! Feel free to share.
Hope you all enjoy it :)
Another reminder of LoGOz next gig which is Friday July 8th when we're supporting the punktastic Crashed Out at Think Tank in Newcastle. Tickets are going faster than England's hope of Euro glory! It's gonna be a smoker! You can get them direct from us right here .....£6 a pop! You know it makes sense :)
Thanks for reading and listening!
Cheerz
Peesh X
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