I put a show on in Guildford at The Star Inn, with my band Delayed Departure, Veridian, The Alchemy and Streefight Silence. While loading in, sound checking, setting up merch, and general management throughout the night, I managed to find a chance to grab my camera and shoot a few snaps for the other three bands. Sadly at times I wish there was two of me so I can shoot pictures of my band, sadly science haven’t developed that yet.

I have shot the star a few times now and I kind of have a idea how to shoot it in my head now. First up was Streetfight Silence. Now probably my favourite shot from the night was the black and white shot of guitarist Sammy B (seen third below) just the whole look of the image I find ascetically pleasing, I may be biased as a guitarist :)

Next up was The Alchemy, now they had the venue lights off for there whole set, them only being lit by a few blue light bars, was a nice touch. It gave a nice mood to the band which I tried to capture in camera.

Lastly I shot a few snaps of Verdian, shot them from the back of the room on my 85mm lens. Thought I’d try and show the crowd in a few images brings depth to the image with layers of subjects rather than a flat image. All in all, I was surprised with the outcomes. Being ill and busy managing the night, while getting pumped to headline also. It was a great night, always like merging my two interests together. Maybe not doing both in the same night while being the promoter.

- Charlie Bluck