blissful beats

"Music can change the world because it can change people.
- Bono

The Gold Coast is full of wonderful and aspiring musicians, but you've got to have a certain knack to leave a group of people speechless. The Lamplights are more than a band; they are a brotherhood, and they pride themselves on sharing their journey with the community, and connecting with people.  I was blown away when I saw them play at Mandala Organic Arts Cafe on the weekend. In the spare time before their performance they were interacting with everyone, sharing their experiences, and making people feel like they belonged. What struck me the most was when I caught a glimpse of them outside before their performance. They were together arms in arms, huddled under shelter from the pouring rain.  It seemed to me they were sharing a secret ode between them, something that looked powerful beyond measure. Clearly this intensity shared between them resonates to the audience when they are on stage. "Playing an organic blend of folk, funk, roots, and blues", they have a distinctive emotional atmosphere when they play their music. But beyond the beat, its the power of raw words combined with charm which leaves everyone in the room feeling rejuvenated, enlightened, inspired, and moved. You can't fault them. Because its not only what you hear, its the experience. Its how they touch peoples hearts and make them dance in revelry. What's more they don't do it for the money...how do I know this? Because their cd's don't have a sale price, it is asked people make a kind donation because they believe its fair they get back what they give. You can see that they honestly do it because they ultimately want to make people happy, and spread positive energy. I believe it is these qualities that make them so very admirable and genuine. I could not help but write this post to share the love with everyone. Check them out at http://www.thelamplights.com/ or their Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/TheLamplights....however it can't beat seeing their gigs live! 
(My personal favourites are 'Wallflower' and 'She told me once')


Enjoy...


K