The obligatory Christmas Gig 2010

Well it took a while to get the photos so here we go.

The Christmas Gig of Endell Street 2010.

8 Acts.

2 St Mungo’s residents performing.

Gingerbread cookies.

The usual chaos; picking up free sandwiches from Eat while leaving Chaz to perform and hoping to god he doesn’t swear in his songs as in the past.

Having a very determined young man wanting to rap and the need to find people to accompany.

Some behind the scenes ethical dilemmas.

It was quieter than other years. Around 25 residents in total through the night watching but quietly. I think this year has been a sad one for many but it was still enjoyed and ultimately that’s all that matters.

The photos were taken by Matilda Bernstrom.

The acts were as follows:

Chaz John Ross and Vinnie Dignam from The Coolness

Kien Lim

Jimmy O

Emily C Smith

Esther Wangui

Marc and Gav from The Dash

Slimstar rapping with Marc and Gave accompanying on guitar

Jonny Cola and the A Grades

Yeah and She Has Red Lips Too

I am a bit fever-ridden so I’m not going to gush. I may just add my gush on in a future edit of this post. But of course I still find it so touching that so many people are happy to play and even accompany for free. I would also like to say a big thank you to Val Gilbert for Sound Engineering all night long and to Kiran who assisted me all night long.

Not forgetting my right hand Jonny O Brien.

Thanking you all and hoping 2011 let’s everyone catch a break…..

Nat xxx