Bands and Musicians

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 Six is Out played in the William IV in Truro

on Sat 4th August.

 Jamie "The Boss" Murphy kindly asked me if I would like to come along to the gig and I gladly accepted the offer. With Jamie driving, Vicky in the front passenger seat, myself, several boxes of equipment including speakers, mixing desk, mic stands, guitars and miles of electrical cable in the back, we set off for Truro to meet up with Todd, Robbie and Geddy.

Jamie Murphy lead guitarist fo "Six is Out"
Jamie "The Boss" Murphy on guitar

 Next was unloading all the equipment, setting up the stage and doing a sound check. This can take a surprising amount of time. I was feeling like an apprentice roadie and enjoying the buzz of it all as I helped to carry in bits of drum kit, extension leads, guitars, PAs, stands for this and that and many other items of musical paraphernalia.

George (Geddy) Eddy with "Six is Out" in Truro
Geddy plays bass guitar for "Six is Out" in Truro

After all the equipment was plugged in,switched on, checked and double checked they played the first song of the evening which was also a sound check. A bit of tweaking on the sound desk and they were set to go. Time for a quick break before starting for real.

Jamie didn't have a sound technician this evening but asked if I would stand behind the desk and keep an eye on things. After showing me which knobs and sliders I could and couldn't fiddle with, which member of the band was connected to what and most importantly, where the panic button was, he took his place, gave a nod to the others and another night of great music began.

Todd Phillips plays the drum kit at Truro gig
"Six is Out" drummer Todd Phillips

The apprentice roady/sound techie put his pint of Pear Cider down on the floor out of harms way (even an apprentice knows that electronics and liquids don't mix very well, no matter what the flavour is) glanced at all members of the band to see who was trying to get his attention. No one. Only Jamie who glanced across occasionally to give a reassuring smile.

Robbie Ceredig-Evans plays keyboard and sings for "Six is Out"
Robbie, vocalist and keyboard player for "Six is Out"

Some girls were happily dancing in the far corner, an older guy was extremely active on the dance floor obviously thoroughly enjoying himself and amusing the onlookers. I relaxed, sipped my pint, enjoyed the music and took some photos.

Several members of the audience gave comments throughout the evening praising the band and especially Vicki's singing.

Vicki Oliver sings with "Six is Out" in Truro
Lead singer Vicki singing at the William IV in Truro

After a couple of hours or so listening to some great cover versions of popular music the evening came to an end. Contact details exchanged, people drifted away, the equipment was packed away into vehicles, a bit of handshaking and we were off. Leaving the current Capital of Cornwall to head back to the ancient Capital of Launceston. We stopped at Hamburger Hill where Jamie treated us to a much needed grub up. Cheers Jamie. Thank you very much.

"Six is Out" members Jamie and Vicki
"Six is Out" performing at William IV in Truro

Six is Out is based in Launceston because that's where "The Boss" lives. However, Todd, George and Vicki are moving to Exeter where they will commute to and from Plymouth when starting the next years music degrees. Jamie will remain in Launceston but study in Plymouth and Robbie will stay in Penzance continuing his music degree in Truro. 

Six is Out will be playing in Launceston on the 25th September supported by local lads The Metro Men

Thank you very much to Jamie, Vicki, Todd, Robbie and George for letting me take photos and write about this evening.
I enjoyed myself very much. Good luck to all of you with everything you do.

Visit "Six is Out" on Myspace here

Also please visit Six is Out website here

http://www.via-nero.com/SIX-IS-OUT



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26th August event at Launceston's Acoustic Cafe
Check out this great line up at the next Acoustic Cafe

Jericho's Brasserie in Liberty house Launceston was packed out again on Thursday evening because of the Acoustic Cafe which is held on the last Thursday of every month. This venue is so popular that people are booking tables for the September 30th event already!

Will Samuels and Phil Leslie two members of the band Left Nut Jack and the Square Needles
Will the sax player and Phil the bass player of Left Nut Jack and the Square Needles at Jericho's Brasserie Launceston

Photo taken by Jamie Murphy who organises the Acoustic Cafe and is also the sound technician for the event.

The Metro Men

Jack Hayward on drums, Frederick-Goodwin-Hayward vocals and Duncan Whale on guitar.

Frederick Goodwin-Hayward
Frederick Goodwin-Hayward singing for The Metro Men at the Acoustic Cafe in launceston

Frederick has a great voice and for tonights set he sang covers of  "Love will tear us apart"  by The Joy Division, "Knocking on heavens door" by Bob Dylan, "Behind blue eyes" by The Who, and two of  their own original songs "Coffee shop blues" and "Like a Storm" by The Metro Men. These guys will be supporting Jamie Murphy and his band Six is Out at Jericho's on the 25th September. Come along for an excellent night out in Launceston

All the bands and musicians were excellent and gave the audience a great night of entertainment.

Mel as usual laid on a massive amount of fabulous food and good night was had by all.