Local Artists Light Up Stable Hall
In the intimate backrooms of the newly-opened Stable Hall, sounds of excitement fill the air. I initially run into Zach Jewell, percussionist, giddy with the anticipation of stepping on stage as he flashes a wide smile underneath his floral, multi-color cap. As I prepare my camera equipment for the performance, I’m greeted by Nick Blevins, lead guitar and vocals, who I can tell is bursting with enthusiasm to perform in front of the newly gathered crowd within the venue. As the 10-minute mark until the curtains open approaches, I overhear one of the assistants say that they are ready for The Foreign Arm to take the stage. Andrea “Vocab” Sanderson, vocals, Luke Bonecutter, cello, George Garza, bass, Nick, and Zach casually walk on stage behind the curtains as silence seems to fall amongst the scene. They check their instruments and microphones, the lights dim low, and an atmosphere of calm takes over.
The curtains rise as the silhouettes of the musicians on stage come into focus, and out of the quietude comes a beautiful harmonization of sound and rhythm so unique but unknowingly familiar that a wave of movement can be seen taking over the audience as feet begin to tap, hands begin to clap, and couples sway back and forth with smiles. The moment means everything; the momentum of the crowd catapults as the vocals of Nick and Andrea intertwine with the melody, blending together a fusion of hip hop, rock, and classical sounds. Those in attendance were truly captivated by the distinct sounds, hypnotic rhythm and entertaining performance of The Foreign Arm.
Editor & Photographer: Torry Sledge
