It can only get better
One of the many reasons I love London so much is there's always something to do, something new to try and something so unique to experience you instantly feel lucky and oh so thankful. Last night, that feeling hit me full force.
On a Wednesday night at 7.30 pm I found myself (with the lovely friend who invited me as her +1) standing by the windows of a complete stranger's flat in Shoreditch. Looking around, faces of strangers surrounded us and though feeling a little awkward (as I tend to do anyways...) there was a buzz of excitement.
We were at a Sofar Sounds event. Essentially, an intimate gig of 3-4 artists/bands in a random person's lounge room/living space. To some this sounds extremely odd but for us, it was a simply amazing experience.
You sign up to attend and a week or 2 prior to the actual date, you receive a confirmation email if lucky enough to win a spot. Days before you're emailed the address and asked to attend by 7.30 pm bringing your own drinks and munchies (if desired). You know nothing of the host, the space or the acts performing.
I've come away following 2 new musical acts, plans to buy tickets to a gig in May and a load of songs lined up on my work playlist.
So how much does this amazing experience cost you ask? Nothing. Nil. Nada.
Everything is done for free though donations are happily accepted at the end of the night. The general hope is a donation of £5 per person and even that isn't much too pay for such an amazing experience!
Props to an amazing initiative and to a wonderful community of music lovers. May it continue to grow bigger and bigger!
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Sofar Sounds began in March 2009 in the living of Co-founder Passion Ate Dave. Since then, there are around 50 gigs a week all over the world.
Sign up to attend gigs here.
Want to offer your space? A musical talent or in a band? Get to their page and get in touch with them!
Here's hoping I'll see you at the next event!
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