On Wednesday night, we went to see Ben (my oldest) play his first gig at The New Adelphi (Hull’s iconic music venue) with his band Vialetters. As I said it was their debut gig as a band at least one member (Ollie, the founder member) had played gigs before, but they had never played together in public before.
What a triumph it was. They were second on the bill supporting a Leeds band Young Amphibians. However most of the crowd were there to see them. They had managed to mobilise their friends from college, youth theatre, and family. Considering they were playing in front of their peers and relatives they didn’t show any nerves. Their music was vibrant and fresh, with a nostalgic nod to indie stalwarts from the 80s, up to present day. Even if my son was not in the band I would happily listen to them. It was the best debut I have seen. I cannot wait for them to record some of their tracks. I am definitely a fan.
I have deliberately not gone on about how amazing Ben was, because the whole band were amazing. I am however incredibly proud of him and he proves that if you practice a lot and live what you do you can produce something wonderful, and what is more wonderful than creating music that people want to dance to. Trust me for the passed 6 months all I have heard is bass line after bass line coming from his room. Bass lines by themselves are quite tiresome, but I am so pleased I put up with, because all his effort paid off on Wednesday.
I am probably not the target demographic, in fact the few parents and family members there felt quite old. But I am afraid they have me as a fan.
As a parent there is nothing better than seeing your child pursue something they love and have worked hard at. If I was choosing a path for him it probably would not be this, but I am not, it is his life and I am so proud of his endeavour.
Keep an eye and ear out for Vialetters. As soon as they have some recordings, don’t worry I will be sharing it with you all.
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