Alzheimer's Society invites Reading residents to Remember the person and join them for a live music event
Published 1 July 2010
Alzheimer’s Society in Reading is encouraging people to get talking about dementia and raise valuable funds to support people in the Reading area this Dementia Awareness Week™ (4 – 10 July 2010).
Amy's Ghost are a multi-talented band from Reading fronted by singer/songwriter Amy Barton, who formed after entering an exciting musical project together, 'Dance of defeat'. Creating moments of beauty and fragility contrasting with tribal rhythms, filthy bass and mesmerizing sample loops.
The Quotes' epic, sexy and polished rock sound has caught the inspiration of many a radio DJ, promoter and - most importantly - music fan. The Reading band's ferocious sound and slick execution defies their years, selling out two nights at one of their hometown's best established venues. The band are currently in the studio recording some new tracks, and are looking forward to a stellar 2010.
Sister Gracie are a three piece from Reading, the band was formed late 2008 by Max Walker in Reading, with very new music demos produced and up loaded onto the bands MySpace. With fantastic reviews this band is one to watch in 2010, what a future for all those who see and work with them.
The Hattie Carrolls are an alternative psychedelic rock collaboration from Reading, Berkshire. Their hallucinogenic style with soaring melodies and experimental chord progressions takes inspiration from bands like Radiohead, The Kinks, The Beatles and Pink Floyd, while creating their own distinctive style and sound.
Aaron Biggins does vocals and guitar for Garage Flowers, a band that emerged from the depths of Reading in 2007 and has since been unleashing their sound to audiences in the local area and London. On the night, Aaron will be playing a solo acoustic set in support of this great cause.
Sian Day, Alzheimer's Society volunteer, says,
For more information about the event or to buy tickets in advance for £5 each (£6 on the door) visit www.alzheimersrdg.ticketsource.co.uk Deja Vu can be found at 61 St. Mary's Butts, Reading, RG1 2LG, doors open at 19:30.'Alzheimer's Society Reading live music event is not only a fun evening out but also a great way to raise much needed funds. We hope lots of people will join us and support some great local talent this Dementia Awareness Week™.'
'Two thirds of people with dementia live at home and can feel very isolated. We're asking people to look beyond the dementia and remember that every man or woman living with dementia is still a person too. It's never too late to help a family living with dementia and the evening is a great way of raising awareness and giving people the chance to get involved. '
'As well as the bands, I would like to thank the people in the local community who have supported me in organising the event, especially Bill Donne and his team from Deja Vu who have helped make the night possible.'
