You did it, you went to a gig by yourself.

I can't really add all the usual font styles as in my last few posts because I'm writing this one from my phone. I think that it's going to have to be the way it is from now on. But I'll write it as I usually do, so nothing changes there.

I recently went to a gig that I've been looking forward to for AGES. I tried to find someone to go with, someone who would appreciate the music that I do. I couldn't find anyone, or perhaps I didn't try hard enough. Maybe I should have asked around a bit more. Had more of a night of it, an evening of it really. Alas, I went alone.

It's pretty scary doing things alone. Most people would be okay going alone, especially venturing on new things, however it is something that I struggle with. It's an anxiety thing really. I used to be fine. I used to have a little more confidence to do these things you do alone. But idk, recently my brain has been all muddled and I'm finding it hard to adjust to the norm. To let go of that what was before.

So the band that I went to see is called The Japanese House, (signed with Dirty Hit - I hadn't really heard of this label before but then I don't research on music labels/artists as much as I used to) they're referred to as 'alt pop' in the electronic genre. Sounding similar to Imogen Heap, The 1975 and The Postal Service (influencers) and it's clear to hear these similarities in their music. If you're looking for some easy listening 'cute' music then check them out.

I heard of them quite a while ago via Hype Machine - an app I've been using for years and am pretty much a big fan. It mostly contains remixes of songs and some covers but then you get to hear lots of new stuff and you think 'Ooh this is good, I'll listen more' you can research on the artist and 'love' tracks that you add into your playlists. Mine is pretty random as I'm into anything from Hip Hop, Trap, R n B, electronica, house, grime, indie and all the little bits inbetween.

So this gig was at Norwich Arts Centre (NAC), it's a small intimate venue which I love as I feel with most bands it makes you feel really connected to the artist and the sounds. I'll add in all the hyperlinks at a later date (as I don't have that option with using my phone sadly)

I have to admit I missed both support acts because the thought of going alone terrified me so much I didn't want to feel like a wally. I'm fine with meeting new people and chatting but in my head I was very 'up and down' thinking 1) I'll be fine, I can do this, I'll go early, I'll have a beer (though tbh I'd really prefer a cup of tea) and then I'll just tell myself that this is what people do, they go places alone to see things they want to see because that's what you do and well the other part 2) why are you going alone, people will just stare at you and you'll just feel silly and look around like you can't see them staring at you.. So I went late, I did get a free ticket (because I work at a pub part time as we provide NAC leaflets about gigs so we can get on the guest list which is pretty cool) .. So sadly I did miss the support acts. Next time I'll make sure my head is in a better place and go early and take full advance of the evening.

It really wasn't as bad as I thought it would be, it's just an inner worry of mine, I know that. I got there and stood at the back with some people who were really nice and chatty and it was fun. Then I thought you know what I love the venue and I love 'being in the music' in the 'sound' a 'part of it' so I ventured down to the main area and stood on my own in the middle and wow it was good. - I got a few stares from some of the crowd (it wasn't me being silly, so I just smiled at them.. Idk what they were thinking) I just was there enjoying the music, like everyone else.

I was a bit sceptical at first of going to a gig like this when their music is so good listening on apps online and the radio but actually it was exactly the same as it is when you watch their videos at home/ via apps. So that was good. You know there are those bands that are really good and you love them and then you go and see them live and you think 'Oh so that was just all a bit of clever editing' .. The Japanese House are well worth seeing live. I was very happy to be able to see them and overcome my fears of going to a gig alone. I'd love to share the experience with someone another time, next time for sure.

Hope you've enjoying reading, I'm not sure how to categorise each blog into a separate field,
Music, Fashion, Lifestyle etc but I'll find out soon and sort it out for you so is better to read and follow. I've tried to attach a photo and video to this blog but I'm not sure if it has worked!

Speak soon,
Lots of Love
Amy xx