First up were Aberystwyth band Who Saw Who, currently creating quite a scene in Aber. They've got an intense following, and have a real buzz about them, as well as being energetic, and really cutting edge. Its jaunty, edgy indie at its best, and Lucy as lead singer is a prowling star. They've got gigs further afield on the horizon, and things are looking pretty exciting for the band - Keep an eye out for them.
Next up, local heroes Race Horses, (still sometimes known as 'formerly Radio Luxembourg') are forging ahead with a whole slew of new songs, and as tight, ambitious, imaginative as ever with their sound.
Headlining tonight are Sheffield duo Charles and Rebecca aka Slow Club, who were a bit daunted by the journey up from London to Aber, but embraced the occasion and were soon won over by the Aber enthusiasts at the front of the gig! Rebecca even attempted some Welsh live from stage. Slow Club are sexy, fun, lively, beautiful, sad, dry, and overwhelming. I've seen them a few times now and each time is a delight.
Next up, local heroes Race Horses, (still sometimes known as 'formerly Radio Luxembourg') are forging ahead with a whole slew of new songs, and as tight, ambitious, imaginative as ever with their sound.
Headlining tonight are Sheffield duo Charles and Rebecca aka Slow Club, who were a bit daunted by the journey up from London to Aber, but embraced the occasion and were soon won over by the Aber enthusiasts at the front of the gig! Rebecca even attempted some Welsh live from stage. Slow Club are sexy, fun, lively, beautiful, sad, dry, and overwhelming. I've seen them a few times now and each time is a delight.
You can hear live music and interviews from the gig for the next seven days at bbc.co.uk/radio1/bethanelfyn
It was also encouraging to hear and see how much excitement there was for live music and a real attempt to make something happen in Aber, which granted is off the beaten track in terms of a gigging circuit. The student Live Music Society are seeing record numbers at their gigs, the student radio Bay Fm, are about to start recording events, and in Min Witts there's a character whose commited to putting on great nights at the Obscura Events at the top of Constitution hill. What a venue and location.
Note to self - love it here - must come back soon!
