Hollows + Supports @ The Jacaranda - Liverpool - 27/07/22

 27/07/22 - The Jacaranda Club, Liverpool

A very long 5 and a half hour coach via Leeds and Manchester, due to rail strikes. Took me to Liverpool for my 3rd show of the week with Hollows.

Matty Keeley

First support of the evening was Matty Keeley. A fab first opener for this gig. He played a full acoustic set with a mix of covers and originals to really get the crowd warmed up ready for the bands ahead. This lad is going to go far and I really liked what I heard that night, and so did the small crowd that came down early.
Would I see Matty again? Yes if he was performing locally or at a gig I was attending. He has great talent and I would like to see him again and maybe give him a longer write up. He is one of the newest artists on my ones to watch list.
I wish him all the best and hope we cross paths again soon.

Social Media: @mattykeeleyofficial

Asahara

Next band on was Asahara from Warrington. These guys were great but I didn't click with their lead singer like I normally do. Either he had just had a few or just had an ego for the performance, something just didn't sit right with me. Maybe I need to come and see these lads a few times and really get to know them as one short set doesn't always give results sometimes. But their set really did get people going to be fair. A few people even came down to see them as well. So they have people backing them which is always so nice to see. 
Would I see them again? At this moment no. But I would give them a cheer and enjoy their music if they were supporting a band I really liked again. I know a few bands from Warrington so that could happen one day. They are really really good, just not for me at this moment in time. I wish them all the best.

Social Media: @asaharaband1

The Seminals

The final support of the night was The Seminals. Who indeed blew me away. They are AMAZING!!!!! I have seen their name pop up a few times prior to this gig, because they do a lot of shows under Softlad Promotions. So I knew they had to be great, and they really were. They had a few people come down to see them as well. Their original songs are true hits and I loved what I heard. I really like their sound and would really like to come back and see them. They also have a really sweet photographer who they need to keep. But if they ever need a backup, Ill 100% be there. The Seminals are on my ones to watch list and I will be keeping an eye on these guys as they are going to go far and go places.

Social Media: @theseminals

Hollows

Now I don't think I need an introduction for the next band that took to the Jacaranda stage. As Hollows have been featured in my blogs a hell of a lot and will be featured so many times as I did indeed join them for 6 out of 9 of their tour dates. Which they loved.
Hollows did a great job like they always do. They always put on a good show no matter what. They had mostly original tracks but threw in a cover most nights of their tour, and Liverpool was no different. The crowd that came down really enjoyed themselves and of course I enjoyed myself as well like I always do.
Obviously there's something about this band that makes me come back every single time and it isn't just the music. They are the nicest lads and I really got to know them whilst gigging and spending a hell of a lot of time with them. It was crazy good.
Of course I'll 100% be seeing Hollows again. They have me for life and I am going nowhere.

Social Media: @hollowsuk

(Images by: Shot by Court)

The Montagues & Supports @ Jacaranda, Liverpool

 22/07/22 - Jacaranda Club, Liverpool

Friday saw me head into Liverpool for my next gig. Gig 45 to be exact. I went down to see The Montagues headline. I always enjoy coming to see these lads. This gig was once again a night to remember!!

PG Ciarletta

PG Ciarletta was the first to perform. Hailing from Scotland. PG is a fantastic singer and a fab choice for an opening act. He opened the show extremely well and really set the bar high for the other artists due to perform next. He had a fantastic set list. Which I managed to grab a copy of at the end of his set. The crowd that came down early looked like they were having a fab time listening to this lad. He is going places!!!! Would I see PG Ciarletta again? 100% yes!! I would happily catch him again at another show and I have indeed gigged in Scotland before, so who knows, maybe this is my sign to get back up to Scotland for even more gigs. I wish PG Ciarletta all the best for the future and I hope we can cross paths again one day.

Social Media: @pgciarletta

Gallahers Green

Next to perform was Gallahers Green. Again another fantastic band who I had a really great feeling about when I checked out their music on streaming platforms prior to the gig. What I like about this band is, they sound totally different live compared to recorded tracks. I recognised a few songs from when I had a listen but many were songs I hadn’t heard before. Apart from this these guys really go for it and really give a fantastic show. I am adding them to my list of ones to watch. I would happily go and see them again if I had the chance to. Their set was just up there as one of the greats. Fantastic work, I wish Gallahers Green all the best for the future and I hope I get to see them again soon.

Social Media: @gallahersgreen

The Montagues

The Montagues were the final band to perform and were just fantastic as usual. They never have a bad show, wether its as a supporting artist or a headline. They played all my favourite songs and despite photographing the gig at the same time. I still had a lovely time singing my heart out. They always give it their all and really rock the stage. I have featured these lads many times before in my blogs. It’s not just the tattoo I have that makes me come back. These guys are number 2 in my top bands because of their amazing sound, and personalities to match. They always make time for me and I really enjoyed this gig for so many reasons. I adore this band with all my heart and I’m never leaving. They’re stuck with me for life. I always wonder how my life would be now if I hadn’t gone to Focus Wales last year. I’d have less tattoos I know that 😂 I know I will 100% see this band again as I am seeing them again up in Sheffield on Tuesday. Stay tuned for that blog as it will be a great read.

Social Media: @montaguesmusic

Photos by Shot By Court

The Glass Skies single launch - Liverpool

 11/06/22 - Zanzibar, Liverpool

A long 2 hour trip into Liverpool saw me at The Glass Skies single launch. I had originally planned to see my lads in Hollywood Eyes, and that's what I did. I left the gig after their set. oops.

Solar 25

First band onstage was Solar 25. I hadn't heard of this band before this gig, but they sounded amazing from what I could hear. They have great stage presence, and really were a fan choice of an opening band. They got the crowd that came early going with their unique sound. Would I see them again? Yes if they were supporting someone I knew or if i was at a gig for another band. However if they did whip out a local headline show I'd be up for going. They're fab and well worth checking out. I wish Solar 25 all the best for the future and hope to see them again soon.

Social Media: @solar25_band

The Sukis

Next band to perform was The Sukis. They are a great band, super quirky and super unique. I love that every time!! They played a great set and had an amazing stage presence. I would see them again if it was a gig like this as sadly they aren't my vibe just yet, but they are still great and defo worth checking out. I wish them all the best in the future and hope I hear their names again someday.

Social Media: @thesukisofficial

Juvenal

Next was Juvenal. Fantastic band who really rocked the stage and got people up off their seats. They are a pleasure to watch and speak to. They reminded me so much of bands like Keane and Oasis. Their set was fab and was a great watch. I would most definitely see them again if like the other bands did a gig with bands that I know and already love. I wish Juvenal all the best for the future and hope I get to cross paths with them again. They are so worth checking out. Great talent!

Social Media: @juvenalband

Hollywood Eyes

Final band I saw was Hollywood Eyes. These lads are known for being featured in my blogs time and time again. This is because these guys are my entire world and I will honestly do anything for them. I don't care if they're not huge, or liked by everyone. The only person they need supporting them is me. Every time they perform, they are amazing and Saturday wasn't any different. I was given the task of getting some official photos of these lads and also had a dance in-between. You simply can't just stand there or sit there. Every song is a bop and I will honestly never get bored of them. I can't wait for the new music, more shows I can get to and just more times where I can see these lads and spend all the time in the world with them. They are priceless to me, no other band can top them. EVER!!! I'm already counting down the days of the next time I can see them. I miss them all already. 

Social Media: @hollywoodeyesmusic

(Images by Shot By Court)

More in Luv + Supports @ The Kazimier Stockroom - 10/04/22

10/04/22 - Liverpool

My second night in Liverpool and a slight shift in hotels for the night. Took me to Kazimier Stockroom for More in Luv's headline show. I have seen these guys a few times before since first seeing them back in August 2021 at Rivfest in Warrington. I have nothing but love for these lads they are some of the nicest lads I have ever had the pleasure in meeting.

The Venue

The Kazimier stockroom is located within the venue Kazimier Gardens. This place has 2 bars and the prettiest beer garden I have ever seen. Perfect for during the summer months and lighter and warmer evenings. The venue itself is inside and is a really small space fitting about 20-30 people at most, but really has that intimate feel. You can get super close to the stage without feeling too close. I really like this venue and I do recommend it!!! (oh and the bar prices are awesome too) 

Sterling Press

First up was the only support act of the evening, Sterling Press. Hailing from London, but now based in Liverpool. These guys were a treat. I am so glad to have discovered them. They are an amazing band who sounded brilliant. A perfect support slot choice. I really enjoyed their set despite not knowing any songs yet, but this will come in time. They have a really unique sound as well, haven't heard a band like this in a while and it felt great!
With an all original set, they drew a crowd and a fair few people came out to support these lads. They truly deserve it. It's always nice to see local people coming out and supporting their local talent. Me? I just trek everywhere 😝. Would I see Sterling Press again? It's highly likely that I would see them again, I will 100% check them out properly and get learning some songs so I can come back and see them play all over again. I never got to catch these lads at the end but they seem lovely. Will defo catch them at the next show. Fantastic set and a must see on my list!!!! Well done!!

Social Media: @sterlingpress

More in Luv

Final band onstage as headliners, were the incredibly talented More in Luv. A bit of background about these lads. They are super sweet, humble, genuine. Ever since I first got to see them live in August of last year, I have been hooked. They have the most unique sound and the more times I get to see these guys, the better they get. Could hear them play all day every day.
Their set at the Kazimier Stockroom was fantastic. They actually opened with an unreleased song which sounds amazing. They even had a really cool intro which I haven't heard before. I liked it so much. They then went on to play all my favourite songs and I couldn't help but sing back. If you haven't listened to their songs, they can be found on major streaming platforms. I recommend that you go and have a listen, then catch a show. They have incredible talent!! I'm excited for new tracks, shows and even more content from these lads. I hope to stick by them for the long term, I simply cannot back out now. Personally I'm in too deep. I have adore More in Luv so much and it was nice to see people coming out and supporting them too. These lads truly deserve it and I can't wait to keep following them in their music journey. Don't ever stop!!

Social Media: @moreinluv

The Montagues @ The Jacaranda 09/04/22

 09/04/22 - The Jacaranda club, Liverpool

A 2 hour trip over 2 trains and a lot of walking to my hotel and back saw me in Liverpool. Which is one of the best cities for live music and the best venues. I was back in the city to again see The Montagues, who just have my heart. I’ll do anything for this band.

The Venue

The Jacaranda has been featured in my write ups before, the basement area used for gigs is an amazing little space complete with bar! Gotta love a good bar 😆 I do enjoy gigs here and I hope to have this cute little venue featured here in my blogs for many months and years to come. I can’t wait to be back again for even more shows!!!

Grace Nicole

First to perform was the fabulous Grace Nicole. This was my second time seeing Grace and she was just as fantastic as the first time I saw her live!! Her voice is so powerful and I could honestly just listen to her sing for hours on end. Hailing from Warrington, she is a star in the making and I can’t wait to see her more often and have her included in more write ups. She brought an amazing set full of originals songs and covers (we love balance) Grace has so much room to grow and I just know she is going to get more and more talented in the years to come. She is amazing. I got to have a little chat with Grace before her set and I got lovely comments on the previous write up. So here’s the second instalment. I beg anyone reading this from Warrington or not, go and see Grace when she performs. I would love for her to have so much support especially from my wonderful readers. I really enjoyed seeing her again and I’m looking forward to the next time I can travel out for her. Well done Grace!!

Social Media: @gracenicolemusic

Lucky Iris

Lucky Iris are new in my books, I only started listening to them about a week ago but long enough to actually recognise and sing a few of their songs during their set. What a duo they are!! Maeve and Jasper are fantastic at what they do and their sound is just what I enjoy. I got to have a chat with them after their set as they kindly stood around and they seem so kind and so genuine. No one likes an artist with an ego. They had a brilliant set filled with lots of original tracks and I had a great time listening, singing and just vibing. I really hope i get to see Lucky iris more often!! With possible trips around the UK for them. They deserve all the support that they get and I hope more people will go and check them out. I hope I can stick by them for a very long time and I can’t wait for the next steps in years to come. Well done Lucky Iris you earned yourself a brand new follower.

Social Media: @luckyirisband

The Underclass

Next to take the Jacaranda stage was the fantastic band that is The Underclass. Hailing from Stoke, these guys have an amazing sound and a brilliant stage presence. They really wowed crowds with their brilliant sound. They had a set with mostly original songs, which sound really good and can be checked out on major streaming platforms. I got to thank them very briefly for a great set and a great start to the most amazing night ever!! I really hope I get to see these guys again one day with a possible trip to see them play on home ground in Stoke. Go check them out if you can. They truly deserve it!!!

Social Media: @the.underclass

The Montagues

Last to perform as headliners were the incredibly talented, and most amazing lads The Montagues. Who played the best gig so far that I have seen since I first saw them last year!! I can talk about these lads for ages, so I’ll try and keep it short. An all original set really got the crowd going and of course me who rocked up in full merchandise and just went for it hard on the front row. This gig was up there with some of the greatest shows I have attended ever!! It was great just to let go and forget everything and just enjoy myself. The Montagues are super lovely and I had a nice time, I even got to speak to them before and after their set and the more I am in their company, the more I just adore these guys. They are the most genuine and I can’t wait for more shows, more memories to make and even more great times to be had!! My next gig of theirs is Focus Wales in May. They’ll be missed terribly until then but time flies!! Drinks are on me!!!

Social Media: @montaguesmusic

Huge thanks to Softlad promotions for a fantastic gig and huge thanks to everyone who performed for making the night so special. I will be back!!!!

Guise @ The Jacaranda club, Liverpool - 04/03/22

Friday 4th March - Liverpool

Friday saw me take another trip into Liverpool for another amazing show. I checked into my hotel, grabbed food got ready and went to party!!!! An amazing show followed by an amazing evening afterwards..... until about 3am 😂

The Venue

The Jacaranda club is again a venue I had never gigged in before. But it has a little bit of everything from what I saw. Upon entry the middle floor has a bar and is a working pub and it was rammed. The top floor is a record label and the basement is used for gigs!!!! The basement is a small space with a tiny stage and a bar. I thought it was really cute and really gave off that intimate feeling which I really adore about small venues. 

The matriarchy

First onstage was a band called The Matriarchy. A new band on my list, who I really enjoyed listening to. They drew in a crowd of locals which was amazing to see. Their set was amazing too. Filled with a mix of covers and originals to get everyone going. I would actually like to see more of these guys because with a bit of work they will go places and I can't wait to hear their name again at more gigs across Liverpool and the UK itself. I wish them all the best of luck for the future and I can't wait to catch them at another show soon.

Social media: @the_matriarchy_official

Dead Rebel

Next up was a band called Dead Rebel. They played a fab set which was all new to me. More new music to take in. Only issue I had was that they needed their vocals turning up a little but apart from that, these guys are amazing. Especially when they have the most talented drummer I have seen. I know lots of drummers in bands but this lad honestly just went for it every song and was amazing. I would love to come back and see these guys again at another show, and I hope anyone getting to read this goes and checks them out because they honestly deserve all the love and all the support. I am in the process of checking them out properly so I can return to Liverpool and see them again. I wish them all the best of luck for the future and I hope to hear the name Dead Rebel a lot.

Social Media: @deadrebelband

Guise

Last band to take the stage was the band everyone came for. Including myself. GUISE!!!!

Everything about them I just adore so much. I have only known them since October 2021 but they've quickly became one of my favourites. Their set was brilliant. Last time I saw them they were only a support act. I was naturally excited for this show as they had a headline slot. I was so right. Every single song they played really well and I really hope they know how amazingly talented they really are. Guise also recently got themselves a new drummer who seems to be a really lovely lad and is super talented!!!

Louie did a fantastic job on vocals and is just super sweet too. Kept the entire crowd going even when things didn't go as planned.

The entire gig was amazing and I really enjoy the music that Guise produce. I honestly hope that they keep going as they are only going to get better and better. They have a unique sound and style that keeps everyone coming back again and again for more.

I hope to attend many more shows in the future, and the future just looks amazing for Guise. Keep going you're all fab.

Social Media: @guiseofficialmusic

13/02/22 - The Montagues and supports at Jimmy's Liverpool

Hi all, I'm really excited to write this blog post for you all because well. It was one hell of a show. Now, before I continue and you continue to read this. I must stress how every review of a gig, all my comments are honest. I enjoy many bands I see and they enjoy my company, yes, but some just don't pass my vibe check. But I still include them in my blogs simply because they could be someone else's vibe. 

The venue

Jimmy's. What can I say, it's a super awesome venue that I like coming to every single time. I have seen many amazing bands play here and that list is getting bigger every time. I get to use my student discount, which is rare, but mostly the reason why I'm always really tipsy is that £3.40 a pint is a bargain. I really enjoy coming to shows here the space is big and everything about it just pleases me. I even tried the photo booth this time, which is fabulous. This venue is down in my recommendations.

Hollows

The first band to come on stage was a band called Hollows. Now, I was already following these lads on social media before this show and had a listen to them beforehand too. 

I really really like what they produce. Their music is just too good for words. Their set was just brilliant and I enjoyed every second of it. I hope I can get to see Hollows more in the future as they are defo ones to watch. A must-see band!!! I'd love to actually get to meet them and let them meet me in person one day because they seem really lovely lads. I can't wait for more music and more shows with these guys. I am recommending this band to all my readers! Follow them, Stream them, Go see them. They are so worth it. I'm praying I get to travel around a bit for these guys too.

I wish Hollows all the best of luck for the future and I really hope I get to see them all again soon. Amazing set lads!! keep it up.

Rating: 10

Social Media: @hollowsuk

Alex Tracey

Next up was a lad called Alex Tracey. I hate to say it but I didn't enjoy his set as much as I thought it would. But I have to keep my reviews brutally honest to keep out anything that comes across as biased. As a solo artist with a backing band. They have a really amazing sound and their music is upbeat and does get crowds going. That's what I liked. What I didn't like was the huge entrance. It was okay yeah but maybe for a headline show rather than a support slot. I haven't really seen any support act do a huge entrance like that as I have been told by many bands if it isn't their show then there is no need for it. The job is to warm up the crowd. They had a fantastic set that did just that. Maybe I need to see a real headline show to change my mind. But for me, that was not the correct choice when opening up for such an amazing band. But who am I to judge. I just attend the shows and write these blogs for fun. However. I did get to chat to Alex after the show upstairs and he's a really lovely lad with a personality to match. There's no sign of any huge ego like I've seen in the past. Which I respect so much. No hate bro.
I wish Alex Tracey all the best for the future, and hopefully, the more I listen and the more I get to know him and his backing band. The next review won't be so harsh. Hopefully, this one wasn't like that because like I said earlier. The set they did was wicked and I really liked it. Keep it up pal and see you at a show soon.

Rating: 8

Social Media: @alextraceymusic

The Montagues

The final band of the evening was the headliners The Montagues. Who just brought out the most amazing set of all time since first seeing them back in October. I'm so glad I went to Focus Wales that day, because I wouldn't have come across such an amazing band. Their set was just full of bangers and it went off!!! So many people turned out and a few travelled from near and far to see this show. If you missed it, you've missed out. I had the most amazing time and I just let go and went wild to my favorite songs. Their new and unreleased songs are just brilliant, I am lost for words with these lads. What makes them even better is that every single one of them just loves my company, loves seeing me at their shows, and thinks I'm a legend. Which is the cutest thing to come from any band, and I take that compliment with honor. I copped a setlist for the first time, hopefully, the first of many. These lads are just the best and are in my top 10 by far (but no one can beat Hollywood Eyes... sorry 😝) I am really buzzed to catch another show and I'm super excited for the next one when I am free from my day job and can travel. I intend to go all over the UK for these guys, and hopefully, as they're from Wales, see more of that area too and hopefully travel all over wales and go crazy at every single show they do. The Montagues are so so good. Please 100% go see them if you can. Stream their music and play it everywhere. They are going to go so far!!! It would be nice to see more and more people at these shows. (and if you read this blog come and say hi)
I'm wishing these lads all the best for the future and I miss them already. See you all soon.

Rating: off the scale!!!

Social media: @montaguesmusic

03/02/22 - Hollywood Eyes and Supports @ EBGBS Liverpool

3rd February 2022

Thursday night saw me back in the fabulous city of Liverpool for a fantastic gig with not one, not two, but THREE bands I enjoy. But the headline band is the absolute best in the entire world. Facts. Turns out A LOT of people knew me at this show, life around gigs is getting so crazy now. I get to see a lot of different towns and cities and get to enjoy the terrific bands and soloists that are in them. It's the best hobby ever!!! Expensive yes but still amazing!!! Photos are lacking for this one as my brand new phone which cost a fortune thinks it's ok to delete everything and leave me with 4 photos.

The Venue

The gig was held again at EBGBS bar in Liverpool. I had my hotel right on its doorstep this time so I could get down super early for the best spot and meet with anyone I knew and get the drinks in of course. EBGBS has been written about in my blogs a few times now and the venue is just so lovely and so small and so cute. It is also really hidden in a basement setting which I just love.

Paint Me in Colour

Paint me in Colour. A new band on my list but heck they are so so good. This was my first time seeing them but I knew almost every song as I like to do the work and put in the effort of learning the words to songs. I would happily go back and see these guys perform again. They are quirky and unique in so many ways and their songs are really upbeat and enjoyable. You can really have a good time when these guys are in the building. I would love to one day meet them properly and I can't wait for the future with these guys. I will continue to support them all the way. I wish them all the best in the future and can't wait for the next time I can get to a show.

Rating: 10/10

Social media: @paintmeincolour

Waiting till Marriage

Waiting till Marriage are not new to me. I've known them a while now and they smash it every single time. Really sweet lads. They had a brilliant set and I enjoyed every single song they played. I still adore the fact they are still around as they make me so happy. I can't wait for more shows I can get to, these lads are going far and rocking the house down as they do it. I wish them all the best and I am 100% continuing to support them on their journey. I am really excited about what the future has to offer. Well done!

Rating: Off the scale

Social media: @waitingtillmarriageband

Hollywood Eyes

Ok, so this is the part of the blog where I get really soppy, cringe and end up writing a really big essay-type section. So buckle up and crack on reading 😂
I adore these lads a hell of a lot and they are right at the top of my list with More in Luv coming a close second (3/4 were at the gig actually) Hollywood Eyes are my entire world and they have my entire heart and all the support and love I could possibly give them. There is no other band like it really. It sounds super corny and embarrassing but I honestly do not care. Everyone who surrounds this band knows and loves me, the lads love me. I try and get to every show going and I recently endured an hour of pain and my worst fear of needles for them to have a logo tattooed onto me forever. They all got to see it last night and it went down a treat with everyone. I couldn't be any happier to see these lads again.

Best band I could've asked for. I don't
deserve these lads.

Their set was the best, despite them not thinking so. I want to send the message of they need to not put themselves down when things go wrong or not as things planned. They are all so talented and can make anything work, and make it work in the best possible way. They played a brilliant set with all my favourite songs in it so I could really go for it and hype them up and scream and go a bit wild. I honestly just love everything about them and everything they do. They also do a lot for me, make time for me and all sorts, which is why I feel so proud to have a part of them on me forever. I am never leaving these guys I see them as friends now and they are always so chuffed to see me turn up to shows and I like to believe I'm somewhat of a good luck charm. After 4 years I'm part of the furniture. They support me as much as I support them, and I love it. I can't wait to review London!!!!!

Rating: Unratable

Social media: @hollywoodeyesmusic

DECO and supports @ Jimmy's Liverpool - 21/01/22

 Friday 21st January 2022

My second proper gig of the year!!! I took the super long trip to Liverpool to see a band I know and love and a band I recently found and I now adore. Travelling wasn't great as I had to go via Wigan going then via Manchester back. Horrible stuff 😂

The venue

Jimmy's is a venue I have visited loads of times now. And every time I go I love the place more and more and more. I even have begun to recognise staff members. I'm pretty sure if I lived nearby I'd be working there. But it is a really nice place and has a wicked student discount which I sometimes like to use to get bands that play there to like me. 😂

More In Luv

The first band was the only support act of the evening. But also a fantastic band I have had the pleasure of knowing since August 2021!!! These lads are FANTASTIC!!! Like they're keepers in my books because they are all so genuine with me and always enjoy seeing me at shows. Their performance was like any other. Brilliant. I couldn't fault anything with their performance and they always get crowds going with their feel-good tunes and vibes in general. I simply cannot rate these lads anymore because they are so fun to be around and their music is brilliant. I can't wait for all the new stuff these guys have in store and I can't wait to review them at more shows too. They're also all local to Liverpool which is even better for me as I am always at Liverpool gigs when I can be. I even enjoyed catching up with these lads over drinks before the show even began! Keep up the good work guys and I can't wait for what 2022 brings for you all.

Rating: Off the scale!!!

Social media: @moreinluv

 

DECO

Deco are a band I haven't known that long. But I managed to sweat their entire discography on Spotify in 24 hours and so far I have really enjoyed what they bring. Their performance was just as good Friday night too. They did a really lively set and got everyone moving and singing. They also have the best cover of Bitter Sweet Symphony by The Verve. They are defo keepers as I write this I am sitting in the t-shirt I bought and listening again to their music as I am seeing them again tomorrow in Manchester. (25th Jan)

They are a really cool band from near London. So I can see myself traveling again yay, and they scream 80s vibes, very retro but with a modern twist which I am actually loving so much!!! They reminded me of the likes of Wham and I bet they could blast out last Christmas and no one would tell the difference! These guys got more popular because of the app TikTok and I have indeed followed them on there too. They are also one of those rare bands that put my home city of Preston on their tours. One day I'll be up there too. I really can't wait to get to know this band better. I got to speak to them after their show at merch and they're all lovely and I can't wait for tomorrow's show in Manchester. So expect another write-up. I'm excited to see what this band brings. Great performance, great music, can't wait for more!

Rating: 10/10

Social Media: @decoband or @decobanduk

Hollywood Eyes Live @ EBGBS Liverpool - 19/11/21

Hey everyone. Quick heads up before I get writing this blog. Lots of emotions and even some tears were shed writing this up. The show I'm about to review I had a little cry at too. Also, it is one of my last gigs of 2021. So I will be back reviewing gigs and artists for you all again in 2022!! Have a fab Christmas and new year and I can't wait to be back on the gig circuit seeing old and new faces again.

Friday evening saw me getting a train into the wonderful city of Liverpool once again to see a band who I am very close with, Hollywood Eyes. This gig was their first headline in over 2 years and I was just too excited to see the lads again after a 5-week gap where I went all the way to Wrexham in north Wales to see them. I actually enjoyed myself so much and got super emotional, but there's more to come on that later on. Also, this blog entry could end up looking like my 5000-word university essays, only with less rubbish and more useful info jammed in.

My first ever photo with the lads.
Here's to many more!!!

The Venue

The gig was held at EBGBS again, a venue I am starting to love, the low arch you need to duck under to get to the stage area, the fact whoever made the venue kept original stuff inside, the venue is adorable but can fit a fair few people in, a bit like a Tardis, Small on the outside but huge on the inside. I have written a bit about this venue in another blog post which can be found under the "Liverpool Shows" tab, so I won't repeat it too much. Not like my dyslexia does that for me anyway 😆

More in Luv

The first band onto the stage was a band I have in fact seen before. I first crossed paths with these lads back in August at the amazing RivFest in Warrington. (no surprise, went originally for Hollywood Eyes and 32Tens, ended up with these lads too, the more the better!!!) So I knew what their sound was like already and already knew a fair few of their songs on the night so I got to sing along too and that really goes unnoticed when you're front centre in the crowd. What a set!! These guys bring it again and again and that is what keeps me sticking by any band and keeps me coming back for more music and laughs.
They were just how I first remembered them when I saw them in August. Amazing. These lads are actually off the scale and that isn't me just saying that because I've gotten to know them because we didn't actually meet properly until after the show. They are genuine guys who just want to be loved and supported and I can't wait to see what the future brings for these guys and I can't wait to be there supporting them every single time. They deserve all the love. I wish them all the best for the future and I will be there the entire time as a supporter, but also in time as a friend. Best wishes lads.

Rating: Off the scale!!

Socials: 

• Twitter: @moreinluv
• Instagram: @moreinluv
• Facebook: More in Luv
• Spotify: More in Luv
  

Arcadians

Next up was a band called Arcadians. Never heard of them before but dang they're quirky AF!!!! Which in my book is a damn good thing, because you should be able to go a bit wild doing what you adore without fear of being judged. These guys are amazing!!! and have lots of room for improvement and growth. Blew me away!! They attracted a crowd being local to Liverpool and it was great to see everyone having a fab time and just vibing!!
I am in the works of following these guys on everything and will update the blog accordingly once I have found everything. I am giving these lads a 9 in my ratings simply because there is room to grow and I can't wait for what next year and the future brings for these lads. Amazing talent here being slept on. I wish them all the best in the future and I really wish I could write more but there's plenty of time to do that. Fab job guys.

Rating: 9/10

Socials: 

• Instagram: @arcadians_band
• Twitter: @arcadians_band
• Facebook: Arcadians

Hollywood Eyes

Quick warning, This section could become a full-on essay. Because I am full-on smitten with this band and they mean the actual world to me and they know it.
This has got to be one of the BEST sets I have ever seen from them. They brought out all the best tracks as well as a few cheeky new ones. They even had someone filming a damn music video for them on the night too.
I had the best time and may have even cried a few too many times from pure happiness. This was hands down one of the best shows I have seen them at and they need to whip out more headliners because I will be at every damn one.
These lads stand out to me because they will do pretty much anything for me, not because they have to because they want to. Same with me really. I travel for these guys because I love seeing them happy to see me and want to spend time with me and we've grown so much closer in the last 3 years. Imagine if I hadn't attended the first show I saw them at. My world would be very different. They've done so much for me and this includes Connor and George too. The past few years and months have been the absolute best. Which is why I cannot rate them. They're priceless in my eyes. It's got to that point where I am getting their logo tattooed onto my skin, just because I'll have something all the time to look at (and probs cry at too). I love all the gigs they do and I am so excited to be able to travel the country for these guys. No other band tops em, can't even try. It sounds hella corny to have a "Heart band" but I do in these lads. They are my heart band and I am never ever leaving their side. It would break me to leave them behind. After such a tough year for everyone being able to see these guys all over the place and even travel 3 hours to wales for them is one of the best experiences that I

Forever loving our iconic
group photos from shows

will never forget!!!
Once again I wish these guys all the best in the future and I can't wait to be at all the shows next year and probably for a very long time. I got slightly tearful writing this too so I do apologise if it's really cringey, or creepy. But thank you for a lovely gig, one I ain't ever forgetting. I adore these lads to the moon and beyond. All the love.

Rating: Off the scale X1000!!!!! 😁

Socials:

• Instagram: @hollywoodeyesmusic
• Facebook: Hollywood Eyes
• Twitter: @hollywoodeyesmusic
• Spotify (and other platforms): Hollywood Eyes

Overall, this was one of the best gigs I've done for a long time and emotions got the better of me for a good reason this time. I hope there will be many more amazing gigs just like this one and I am excited to watch all 3 bands grow in years to come. Also huge shout to Sound Music Group for putting this all together, they put on the best shows in nice locations and the best venues!!!!