Venue: The Prince of Wales
Who: The Joe Kings
The first time I saw this energetic blues/rock band (....comprised of Jack Stirling (lead singer), Phill Leggett (guitar), Riley Watson-Russel (bass guitar) and Ryan Brewer (drums)...) was at the Rosemount in Perth. As soon as they got on stage and picked up their instruments, the crowd flocked to the front of the stage. There was an air of excited anticipation, everyone was pumped and ready to dance before the music even started!! So I was very surprised when I walked into the Prince to see that the pub was the emptiest I've ever seen it (admittedly I have only been in there 3 times). I was expecting a big crowd and excited people! Then again, this was the first time that The Joe Kings had been to Bunbury so they aren't well known and don't have the big following down here as they do in Perth.
The band started off with their usual energy and catchy music. I was itching to dance but no one else was dancing and I was a bit too self-conscience to get up by myself. I managed to sit through a few songs and then lead singer Jack Stirling gave me and my friends the cue we were waiting for: "Alright everyone, this next song I want to see everyone up and dancing." I looked at my friend, she looked at me, yep! up we jumped and from that time on I danced the night away, not even caring when it was just me dancing by myself at times.
Towards the end of the night more people got up and had a dance which is great. And even though there wasn't much of a crowd, the people who were there I think were pretty impressed by The Joe Kings and I reckon next time they're in town there will be a bigger crowd. I mean what's there not to like really. They are energetic, brilliant musicians, play great beats that just make you wanna get your groove on, and have good lyrics. I for one will be buying their album :-)
Here are some photos I took on the night.
Enjoy :-)
Riley, Phill and Jack
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