As the packed room of punters re-fuelled at the bar, Fistful of Dynamite prepared for the second set. Fistful’s demand for a ‘house party’ got the crowd raising the roof , shouting ‘Party, Party’ at the top of their lungs; the Birmingham boys definitely set the atmosphere for the star of the show – The PETEBOX.
The champion beat boxer gave the audience a quick lesson is the incredible art of beat boxing – followed by an intensive and spectacular set – creating a range of tunes – just think ‘Where’s your head .. now now now...’ . An audience of open mouthed punters were stunned by the PETEBOX’s skill and talents – and how he created all this with his mouth!
By midnight the party was officially on, and Bukatchi Boss ended the incredible night of live music with a lively set with their unique blend of funk and hip hop. With the help of DJ and Limb and MC - The crowd – along with all the volunteers (in their dashing v t-shirts!) carried on dancing into the early hours.
After all the hard work by a very dedicated team of volunteers - special thanks to Rebecca, Holly, Romanna, Nikki, Cassie, Keziah, Huda, Amy, Katie and Obi – the night went smoothly, the room was packed – and everyone is asking when the next one is! Looks like Lake of Stars has made its mark in Birmingham.
Volunteering for Lake of Stars with v (national volunteering service) has been an incredible experience, and organising this event has definitely been a highlight. Without vinspired I would not have had the opportunity and support to organise this event, which not only showed how supportive the Birmingham music scene has been for Lake of Stars, but what an incredible atmosphere can be created when everyone is volunteering their time.
Jenny
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More info on the acts that perfomed:
Tempting Rosie - This up and coming 7 strong trumpet waving, ass kicking ska band from Birmingham bring their uplifting tunes to the Hare and Hounds to support Lake of Stars. Just like Lake of Stars, Tempting Rosie are all about fusing genres from Dub to Pop to Ska. Tempting Rosie are predicted to be big , getting to the national finals of the Surface Unsigned Festival and playing alongside Kid British and Tinchy Styder. Tempting Rosie are determined to make you dance so come on down and shake your booty! Check out www.temptingrosie.com and www.myspace.com/temptingrosie
Fistful of Dynamite - This Birmingham band fuse funk and hip hop to create a ‘bad-ass band guaranteed to set the dancefloor on fire’ (Salvo Magazine) join The PETEBOX and Tempting Rosie to create one amazing night for Lake of Stars. Their fast paced, energetic show shall get you partying hard. Check out www.myspace.com/fistfulofdynamite .
Bukatchi Boss - Birmingham-based hip-hop band who bring together a whole bunch of musical influences from rock fused with rap to ska funk join us for an incredible night for vinspired Lake of Stars . Check out http://www.myspace.com/bukatchiboss
DJ Sister 45 - As one half of the dynamic DJ due Mama Feel Good! Sister 45 sets to bring some female soul , funk and afro-beat tunes to the Lake of Stars dance floor.
DJ Limb - As a regular of the Birmingham circuit DJ Limb shall take the party into the early hours with a random mix of tunes ranging from Reggae to Funk to Dubstep.
