Before I get around to the bands, CCHQ needs a special mention of it’s own. Ask anyone who’s been there – this place is amazing! This is a classic case of not judging a book by its cover. As you walk in you are mystified by its theatrical element, the clutter of antiques and the kitsch décor, which, together works perfectly.
The people were great and the venue was full but not too packed. Stay Astray were really good and got a lot of the crowd from the bar and their intimate table settings onto their feet. They had fantastic crowd interaction, which always eases up a “I spend four hours in traffic today” Joburg crowd. They are very talented and have promising potential. The bagpipes were a surprise though – very Braveheart.
East London is one of those small costal towns that people from Gauteng have only heard of on the SABC 3 weather report. It is situated somewhere between Durban and Cape Town and it has some nice views of the sea. Apparently. It is also the home of the headlining act of the evening Gravity Wins Again.
After a short flight or a really long walk, Gareth Allison, who is Gravity Wins Again, came to share his talent with the people of Joburg. And this he did, successfully. For a one man, one acoustic guitar act, he has a lot of presence on stage and held the audience’s attention for his full set. His songs are great, well written, musically perfected and easy to listen to. Keep an eye and ear out for his return as this is an act that can not be missed.
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