Last night our band, Famous Before We're Dead, played the Infinity Music Hall (Norfolk, CT) stage - and we were ready. It was a tight, well-rehearsed, energized set that engaged the crowd. As musicians and story-tellers, we felt the synergy with the audience and felt the satisfaction of a job well-done. Next Sunday we'll bring the show to Dottie's Coffee Lounge (444 North Street, Pittsfield, MA) for the brunch gig. If you're in the area and free, check out the web page and join us for a fun time with great food and beverages.
Check out Dottie's web page here: http://www.dottiescoffeelounge.com/eventscalendar/2018/12/9/domingo-brunch-with-james-lumsden-etc)
Two very interesting reactions took place at last night's performance. First, we established ourselves as committed local artists who can stand and deliver. As one new fan said last night: "Damn, you guys can REALLY play." Most of our gigs to-date have been chill. We were learning to come together, to listen to one another, and to make a clear effort at communicating new music. As is always the case with a new band, things were ragged at first. And while there are still a few minor hiccups to work out after last night, we're moving in the right direction. Second, this was not just a performance before our friends. In the first few months of going public we did house concerts, church events, etc. where the crowd was mostly friends and family. Like any creative endeavor, it is important to start out in safe spaces. And we worked that vein well. Last night was much more serious so the music had to win over those who had never heard us before - and thankfully the Spirit was with us. We were able to share a little love and hope in a dark time with a bit of beauty and finesse. Thanks be to God.
If you'd like to take a look and a listen to part of the show, copy this address to your browser and have at it:
https://www.facebook.com/famoushal/videos/491259118030549/
And if you're free, stop by Dottie's Coffee Lounge next Sunday between 10 am and 12 noon. We would love to see you.
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