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Laura Jayne @ Diablo's SA1

On Sunday evening I went again to see Swansea's very own Laura Jayne’s gig at Diablo's. 
Laura is a regular performer at Diablo's and always puts on a great set.

It was a particularly miserable day, with heavy showers constantly threatening to soak all who ventured out. So as a direct consequence of the inclement weather there appeared to be not so many regulars and a smaller audience than usual, as this venue is usually packed when Laura performs as part f the duo Dusty Road.  But, conversely, although not many standing, the tables were all taken as some intrepid diners, for Diablo’s exceptionally good Sunday lunch, may have avoided going out too soon, retained their seats and earned Laura more fans.
Diablo's is one of Swansea's best venues for live entertainment, with a team of friendly staff, it isn't a surprise why it's one of my favourites. 

Affected by the weather herself, Laura arrived, completed her set-up to start the gig on time and immediately engaged the audience through a couple of her well-rehearsed songs and everyone settled in for what would be a great evening of musical entertainment. 
Laura performing James Morrison's - I Won't Let You Go
Laura singing The Common Linnets - Calm After The Storm
Laura has been particularly unlucky at the last few gigs, getting caught out by the weather and navigating her way through monsoon-like conditions.    
Laura introducing me to the Diablo's crowd and performing Shania Twain's - You're Still The One
Laura singing George Ezra's - Blame It On Me
Laura and myself were in school together and I often attend her gigs to show support.  Allowing me the opportunity to see her grow as a performer; from someone who was a little nervous at times to a confident and professional entertainer. As a result, her confidence, she enjoys interacting with the crowd. On this occasion she surprised me by introduced me to the crowd, and wrecking my street cred by letting them know we are both great Shania Twain fans.
Laura singing Shania twain's - No One Needs To Know
Laura Singing Fleetwood Mac's - Everywhere

As the gig went on into the evening, it became evident that some of the people in attendance were in high spirits, constantly shouting out requests that were television series rather than songs such as demanding that Laura sing, ‘My Name Is Earl.’ Now I don't know a huge amount about music, but I swear ‘My Name Is Earl’’ was an American comedy TV series.  Laura managed to good humouredly navigate around this request and managed her audience with her beautiful voice and choice of music that pleased all in attendance.



As the gig went on into the evening, it became evident that some of the people in attendance were in high spirits, constantly shouting out requests that were television series rather than songs such as demanding that Laura sing, ‘My Name Is Earl.’ Now I don't know a huge amount about music, but I swear ‘My Name Is Earl’’ was an American comedy TV series.  Laura managed to good humouredly navigate around this request and managed her audience with her beautiful voice and choice of music that pleased all in attendance.

Below you can see a few more of the songs Laura Jayne performed on Sunday night at Diablo's. 
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Location: Kings Rd, Swansea SA1, UK

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