Open Mic @ The Dan Update – March 30th, 2009

Hi everybody,

Last weeks Open Mic did not disappoint one little bit. It was again a great example of what happens when a great pub and a great concept comes together with a great crowd and great performances.

We had 17 performers on the list including one new face by the name of Richard Semmens who gave us a blistering display of electric guitar-smithery that amazed and astounded all present.

Richards guitar playing also helped out sound guru Darren in a big way as he was trying out a new Vox amp at the time. His guitar sound made Darren’s decision to possibly by the said amplifier a whole lot easier.

Darren sends his thanks

Last week also marked the welcome return from the aural wilderness of one of my favourite singer/songwriter/guitarists, John Parrish.

John was one of the first performers to grace the Open Mic @ The Dan in its infancy. Last week he was first cab off the rank showcasing two of his songs and even though he’d been away for a couple of years, he hadn’t lost any of his touch.

Fantastic vocals and guitar work.

Another highlight from last week was the birthday of Open Mic regular Sean Tyner. He’s been growing from strength to strength in his confidence, performance style and songwriting. His development, his passion and willingness to learn epitomises the Open Mic concept.

It was awesome to have the whole pub sing Happy Birthday to him andtom make sure he was well taken care of in the drinks department. Happy Birthday Sean, I hope you had a great night

Other highlights included:

• Ute and her lovely accordian from Heaven
• Lindsay Boyd telling us all to “Mind Our Own Business”
• Brendan Lines playing 3 instruments at once (Wow!)
• Robert Pickering’s “The Algae Song” with Alex Frost on vocals

Lastly I want to thank Alex for inspiring me to dust off “Don’t Give Up” by Peter Gabriel and for helping me perform it. It’s such a hard song to try and do acoustically and I’m glad that it went off without a hitch.

Trish Spargo, I’m learning “Tiny Dancer” for you as fast as I can

In other Open Mic news...

The feedback I’ve been recieving about the new Open Mic @ The Joiners Arms (which is starting in a few weeks) has been very positive and, at the same time very, very uplifting for me. It’s great to know that so many people are embracing another Open Mic into the fold and are wanting to come along and check it out.

I know a few musicians who, for whatever reason, find it difficult to come along to the Open Mic @ The Dan on a Wednesday night so they were the ones who were the most positive about an Open Mic on a Thursday night.

Personally, I’m really excited about this new venture because it will bring new performers into the community which will in turn, give everyone more social, collaborating and networking opportunites. Make sure that you put in your diary that the Open Mic @ The Joiners Arms (JA) starts on Thursday, May 14th from 8pm until late.

Here is a reminder of this weeks Open Mic @ The Dan for you all:

Open Mic @ The Dan
Wednesday April 1st, 2009 (You’re Joking!!)
Daniel O’Connell Hotel
165 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
8pm – Midnight

…and a reminder about the new Open Mic in town starting in 7 weeks:

Open Mic @ The Joiners Arms
***The Launch***
Thursday May 14th, 2009
Joiners Arms Hotel
9 Manton Street, Hindmarsh
8pm – Late

Remember to get in early to avaoid disappointment. I’ll be at The Dan from 6:30pm to take down names.

See you this Wensdee,

Corey
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