Walk Off The Earth: The Musical Talents

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On the 7th September 2012 Walk Off The Earth played in The HMV Ritz in Manchester.


As you walked into the arena, you could smell the anticipation in the air for the talented WOTE to entertain the already rowdy crowd, who were ecstatically jumping and singing to the fantastic Canadian band USS. The room was small and cramped, filled with thousands of enthusiastic people dancing in each others sweat. Bars were situated either side of the room with rushed-off-their-feet staff serving beers and vodkas in plastic cups. You could feel the excitement in the room, and it put everyone in a good mood. Not one person cared what they looked like or how crazy they seemed (to be honest, it was far too hot!). People were pushing to get as close to the stage as possible, whilst wiping the sweat from their forehead. (You know you are in for a good night when your in the middle of a room filled with crazy sweating people jumping and singing.)

 

I had never heard of USS before i came to the Ritz on that amazing Friday night before my 19th Birthday. I have to say i fell in love instantly. A mixture of all different genres of music buzzing in your head and making the atmosphere in the room carefree and fun. Everybody was loving it. The band were extremely passionate with their music and showing their talents, to the point where they were 'head-banging' around the stage and standing on their heads behind the DJ box. They were a band who knew what they wanted from a crowd, and controlled them into a bunch of jumping rockers! USS really know how to get their crowd ready and keep them anticipated for the main show-WOTE. ( I must say USS, you will go far. I am planning on buying your album and learning all the words to your meaningful songs of passion.)


It came to around 9.10pm and that's when the fun started! Walk Of The Earth had the whole arena in complete darkness with the ear-piercing screams of a giddy crowd. Suddenly, the lights blew up, everyone was screaming and out came one of the most talented bands i have ever seen. They were constant entertainment using too many instruments to count, running around the stage with sparklers and throwing band freebies into the crowd (including a Ukulele). It's not just the fact they kept their audience entertained though, it was the fact they could actually sing! The concert did not last long, perhaps an hour, but it was one of the most amazing hours of my life. I love it when a mass of people get together, have a good time and enjoy the same music. We were all carefree, (a little drunk) and loving it! If you have not seen/heard of WOTE, i suggest you do so now, it wont take long for them to become a world wide sensation (if you don't think they are already that is!)


I have seen Katy Perry, Chris Brown, Rhianna, Kelly Clarkson and Parmore live in concert, but WOTE's concert by far beat them all! A truly talented band who are carefree and loving life..just like everyone should be!!
Thanks All!!

Chloe Hannah Beaumont xx