So I just got back from an amazing show in my home town Ashford. The equally amazing band Slow club were playing. The gig was in my local church. I am buzzing with smiles of joy right now. I first saw Slow Club (Rebecca and Charles) 9 or 10 years ago back in Nottingham when I lived there for university. I was immediately struck by their beautifully written songs, and joyful tunes. I have seen them many times since, but I was lucky enough to see them again on Wednesday.
The venue was an old church I used to visit when I was at school. The church was beautiful because of the acoustics, the sound just bounced around the room in a perfect way. Listening to Slow Club again was so strange. Mostly because I was so young when I first saw them, my uni days were such a long time ago. They have been a solid part of my music taste for nearly 10 years. Listening to them again while they sang their new music, which is so calming and relaxed made me realise how much life has changed. How much I have changed.
Rebecca and Charles' voices are still as gorgeous as ever. In this performance they both gave each other the chance to shine, letting each other take the centre stage. I loved listening to their voices. But of course I just fall in love with them all over again when they sing together.
After the performance I managed to speak to both Rebecca and Charles. I said to them about how it was amazing to see them in my home town after seeing them for the first time back in Nottingham. We talked about how long ago that actually was, crazy really. They signed my vinyl and an old CD I had. We also talked about how nice it was to listen to their new music, and they enjoyed performing it. It was a wonderful night, and made me remember how much I love seeing live music. It really is good for the soul.
last night i got the train to London to meet my friend Claire. it was ever so sunny while i was waiting for the train, it made me smile quite a bit.
we went for dinner, and then headed to Shepherd's Bush Empire to go watch Slow Club. i love them so much. i have seen them before, and their music is a mix of folk, indie and a little sing-a-long out loud. i heart them. the best part was right at the end, they moved really close to the edge of the stage, and sang acoustic. the whole crowd sang along with them, it was magical.
i stayed in London last night with Claire. when i said goodbye to her this morning she was off to work. i decided to nip to forbidden planet and pick up my Doctor Who comic book, which is American, and i can't get it anywhere else...so its handy to be in London. then got the tube to the station, and then got my train. 
kinda tired now. although i keep getting excited about this weekend..i keep forgetting i will *fingers crossed* be meeting Arthur, Alex, Evanna, and David. i am really looking forward to it, however i don't feel mentally prepared yet!
Monday------ so on Monday i went for a trip in 
i did happen to buy myself something. i got a cute bag, and slow club's new album- yeah so.
Tuesday------ i went out for dinner with old school friends, which was really nice. i also took some rather cool photos that night. the sky wanted to be different colours, just for me! hehe.
Wednesday----- Yay its my sister's birthday today!! and its rather annoying that i had my induction day at my new job today! but its wasn't all day. got up early this morning, last night me and mum and dad decorated the living room with balloons, silly photos of Victoria, and my home made banner, which took me quite a long time.
for her birthday i got her a rather cool present. i got her the new moon poster that was printed on canvas..oh i think its great! i wanted to get her something very special. i want it for myself! i cant wait to see where she puts it in her room. 
her cake was rather special too, i giant one and eight! 
