A night to remember

Last nights Club Velocity night went down a treat thanks to engaging and supportive crowd in the intimate Rising Sun Arts Centre in Reading.

The initial omens weren't that good - sound problems during
the sound check indicated that we might be fighting an uphill battle but frankly we are made of sterner stuff! At one point there was a rather loud bang and flash as the power tripped on the sound test... was this gig going to happen at all....oh yes it was!!!

After a great set from November 5 we took to the stage to give it large, possibly too large for the PA! As soon as we kicked off our opening number "Coming On Strong" the PA speakers started cracking and clipping and struggling to handle the vocal barrage from Raf and Rich. But as they say in Show business, "the show must go on" so despite the technological sabotage we powered on through while the sound guy rushed to give Raf another mic and twiddle endless knobs on the mixing desk. By the end of the song we had vocals back on line and a generous round of applause from a knowledgeable audience.

Fortunately that was the worst of the problems over and we were determined to give everything we could to a great audience. The responsive
crowd brought out the best in us and in the end we had one of
those gigs that just buzzes throughout and beyond.

Thanks to all those that attended for making it a great night!

Right then, see you back for live action soon at The Face Bar in Reading on Friday March 6th!