Saturday night at It's A Grind Coffee House was absolutely fabulous! And I do mean FABULOUS. Before I even parked my car, I could see that the place was packed. What performer doesn't love playing to a full house!? I've just got to say PEOPLE! You're the BEST! What an amazing show of support to come out like you did and stay to hear all 3 sets. I know from my own personal experience, that looking out into a sea of familiar and friendly faces does more for your confidence and overall performance than you could possibly imagine. Many thanks!
First up was Riley Lyon, and I am not exaggerating when I say she was absolutely amazing! At 15 years old, and her first "official" public performance, this singer/songwriter has confidence, poise, plays her guitar like a pro, and has a repertoire of original songs that are fun, catchy, melodic, and unique. She had previously had them professionally recorded and made into a CD - and good thing she did, because she sold a lot of them! Go Riley!
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The second performance was my son Davy's band. Henry Webster, Amelia Shelton, Davy Walker and Jimmy Melnarik. They still don't have a band name. I think that night they introduced themselves as "Bank of America". What can I say. Middle Child. I have a tremendous soft spot for them though. Even when they are practicing I insist on quiet everywhere so I can just sit there and soak them in. I'm always sad when they're done. I know they must think poor Davy's hippie mom really needs to get a life. But see, I've been around long enough to realize what's completely stupid about life, and what's simply amazing about it. And when something is simply amazing, you stop and you listen. Although I do admit, I pretend I'm listening to them in a pub in Scotland.
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Last but certainly not least - though I always give them such a hard time - was my husband John's band "Primrose Gardens". Playing all original music from John's CD of the same name - as well as some new songs he has written for a new CD he's working on - these two long time friends John and Darryl, and their sons Davy and Evan, have a great time rocking together and putting the fun in dysfunctional. Heheheh :) And seriously, John and Darryl are incredible musicians, especially when it comes to playing lean, mean, screaming guitars!
Thanks again to everyone - we'll have to do that again soon!
i don't know how you don't bawl your eyes out with pride for all of them. it looks like such a great event and i really envy riley for getting up there all by herself and singing her own songs. whoa, that is so brave.
ReplyDeletedavy's band looks great and has such an interesting combination of instruments. what kind of sound do they have? i watched the walker family video the other day and it was really good. you all are kind of like a modern day van trapp family ;). i liked the part with you painting and the reflection of the guitar in the mirror.
xo, c
WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! Oh my gosh! Looks like it went just great!!!
ReplyDeleteHey.. did anyone take video of it. I'd love to see it. I heard it was a great turn out.
ReplyDeleteOh, I forgot to mention--Davy isn't wearing any shoes, and that totally made my day! Whenever I preform it is barefoot. Helps me relax though my sister is always scolding me for it.
ReplyDeleteGosh, such nice comments everyone - THANK YOU so much for the love and support!
ReplyDeleteCindy - I'm not much of a crier, but I do get teary sometimes. I mostly feel like I'm going to absolutely EXPLODE with pride! Especially when I hear Davy's band. Kind of like when Bob Riley thinks his bladder could explode in public at any second.
I agree - Riley is so calm and cool. No nerves, no shaking, no drama - she just gets up there and does her thing. It's amazing.
The band's sound is hard to explain. Kind of an updated, alternative folky sound. The violins and Davy's mandolin are key to that sound. The songs tell great stories. I think the band would do really well over in Europe where the people seem to appreciate that passionate, intense sound.
Heather - We did video tape this performance and will try to figure out some audio we could maybe embed into a post. Stay tuned.
Alissa - I didn't know you performed, so I'm gonna need more details on that STAT! The bare feet are Davy at his most toned down. He used to perform in nothing but his black spandex boxers. Seriously. So just be grateful only his feet were naked this time! LOL! :D
LOVE TO YOU ALL - XOXOXOXO
did you see that band 'sons of sylvia' on american idol last night? they had a mandolin and violin player. well, sort of. he was holding a violin ;). video, video, video!
ReplyDeleteCool! Sounds like a fun night. I'm sure it was much better than a pub in Scotland :-)
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