Rock the halls 12-20-14

Another amazing Lineup filled with great music and great people.

Red Rabbit Entertainment did such an amazing job not only putting the show together, But with staying quick on their feet and professional with some of the drama that went down. 

I LOVE west end, The lighting is amazing, The sound is fantastic, And the people are so great. I hope to be there more often now that Alex and Cici (RRE) have been booking worthy shows there. 

But THREE out of the four times I've been there fights have happened and they've had cops show up because of it. Luckily I've stayed out of it all and nobody was harmed this time. I don't want to shit talk anyone, But one of the bands was extremely problematic and not only showed up late and had 

this total bs "rock star attitude" Although they're nobodies. No offence to the bands music since I hadn't personally listened to them. But It's definite I won't be now. Like no just no what happens off stage means just as much and I won't let myself be a fan or support people like that. They

  showed up Not only late for load in / check in timings. But was late for their set up time slot as well. It messed with the whole show. And threw it off just a bit. But all drama aside everyone included in the situation handled it extremely well. 

And the show continued as if nothing went wrong. The band bro's in the knowing within were given a bit more time to make up for it. So at the end of the day it worked out I suppose. 

Also due to having to set up so quickly..... I was given the awesome opportunity To help James set up his drum set. He was really sweet about it too, Which made the experience that much more meaningful to me. I swear I 

was more of a nuisance to the process than anything. But even if that were the case He had a don't be afraid to ask questions and don't worry about not knowing what you're doing i'll teach you way of going about it.  And that seriously meant the world to me. Guess roadie can be added to my list now. ;) I really loved it. Having a place with them is just so amazing to me. 

I've had the opportunity to watch them grow together as a group And it's safe to say Timing is everything. And that I nudged my way into the TKW family at the perfect time. 

I look forward to seeing where 2015 takes us, Where ever they go i'll be sure to follow. 

Not only have they given me much Love, happiness, faith, & Inspiration. But I in return have done the same for them and being able to say that means the world to me.... 

I haven't been so happy, or myself in such a long time. It often feels like someone needs to pinch me because i'm slowly starting to live the life I always dreamed of. God is making me grow into the person i'm supposed to be, And all the struggles along the way have been made clear to have not only happened for a reason but made me who I am today. I danced, I laughed, I talked, I loved, I was free to be myself the reassurance of not being judged has made it easier for me to let loose and enjoy my damn self from time to time. Dance like nobodies around, Sing like nobodies listening. Have conversation that goes two ways for once.  I cannot rave about these people enough. If their lyrics and off and on stage presences isn't enough to make you want to support them than please take my word for it. 

I'm being repetitive But I have never been so surrounded by caring loving people. They're going to be the next big thing in their "genre of music" Just you wait and see. They bring such A positiveness to the mix, They show that there's always going to be light in the darkness.It's okay to struggle, And to be sad or lost. But Know it gets better and that you won't be stuck between a rock and a hard place for long. 

Believing is seeing. Walk by faith, not by sight. And you'll make it through anything life may through at you. Never feel like you can't be free to be yourself. And know that it's okay to be different. You can scream and growl and have crazy heavy guitars backed with emotionally investing lyrics and still fit in and be happy. And strong in faith. I am showed every time I'm around these guys just what they're about. And it never fails to amaze me how unknown they are. But believe me. What they deserve is surly coming to them. When timing is right it'll all continue to fall into place. 

I want to take a moment to reflect on the Christmas aspect of the show. Not only did 20% of proceeds go to toys for tots, Along with donations. But the boys in TKW played carol of the bells and it made me happy. :D It actually feels like Christmas this year. And i'm so happy To be so blessed. I made Christmas ornaments with their faces on them out of photos I had taken over the few months of knowing them. And their reactions to them were so rad!!!! It made me feel so good to get so much positive feed back. Which they never fail to amaze me with. Also a few of us walked to rabbit foot records for some coffee, And my gingerbread latte really filled me with the spirit as well. Downtown 

Sanford is really enjoyable and I sense myself spending more and more time down there in the future. 

Also cute side note I'd like to share,

One of the dudes at west end Not only remember's(d) me, But refers to me as "DeBary" And I
 just wanted to state how awesome that is. 
DeBary is a piece of me and no matter where i end up in life it's always going to have a place in my heart. I guess the apple doesn't fall far from the tree and i'm more like my grandfather than I thought. 

In process photos.... Never did take the time to get photos of finished product. 

feelin like sandy claws. 

Merry Christmas to you all.~ I hope you have a safe enjoyable holidays and end to 2014<3 It's been a crazy year for me. But I

wouldn't change a thing. I surpassed my "realistic concert goal for the year" I started with 7, I wanted to hit 7 But my hopeful goal was 10. I racked in at 17..... And My goal for 2015 is 25. :) ps

Sorry for not including photos of the other bands in this post. I haven't gotten to the black tide photos yet, and I didn't shoot any of the other bands. As always if you made it thus far. Thank you for the support. Your views mean a lot to me. Much love, Chyster.