Friday, 29 May 2015

REGGAE AT THE ROYAL - MAY EDITION

By Coral Consciouslee
29th May 2015 

 

  Last night I was invited as a guest to John Mclean's monthly Reggae Royal event and I must say I enjoyed myself immensely. Audrey Scott and I were greeted at the door by the effervescent Macky Mcpherson who personally escorted us to the VIP area. I thought this was nice as Audrey was not performing last night.

The venue, The Royal Surrey Pub, looked warm and welcoming and larger in space once one entered. The stage area was immediately seen and well presented. The atmosphere was an intimate one with music, conversation and laughter. One had to be careful with the drinks though, the prices were so cheap, I could have left legless!!
The show itself was fantastic! Naturally John opened the show with a selection of songs that got the crowd gravitating towards the stage. The Zane Band were sharp, on point and plainly enjoying themselves. I have only recently met Errol Black Steel Nicholson and was pleasantly surprised to see that not only is he an accomplished singer but a talented musician (where have I been??)!

Amaziah Rose was stunning! Her vocals were sharp and clear. Practically tore up the place with "54 46 Was My Number". Then we had the stylish and so very funny Winsome Burrell who makes singing seem so effortless; this woman sure knows how to engage the crowd. The quality of her voice was beautiful in "Killing me softly". Last but by no means least we had one of my favourite male singers, Don Campbell backed by Klearview Harmonix. Oh my gosh what a performance! The man delivers every single time. I loved his version of "Redemption Song". A natural born singer.

Well done to the team for the concept and especially for keeping UK Artists on the map, very impressed ....I shall come again.

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