Lyric Laneway Party @ Lyric’s Lane
Saturday, January 8, 2022
7.5/10
The Lyric Laneway Party Summer Edition, initially planned for the New Year, hit the Maylands venue on the weekend after being rescheduled to Saturday, January 8. Despite being a little later than planned it was still a great chance to welcome in 2022 in style! Beginning at midday and promoted as a family-friendly, free event, the kids were well catered for with face painting and roaming performers. For the bigger “kids” the mood was mellow – anticipation growing as 3pm rolled around, and along with it the beginning of the live music segment.
The final act, Steve Hensby Band somehow managed to cram into the narrow laneway, spilling over into the car park and snapping the summer party into next level excitement. Launching straight into El Nino (off his next album), tables were pushed back so people could dance and revel in the sound and vibe. Among many highlights, the face off between Steve and the musician playing the slide trombone had everyone in stitches.
Whatever challenges Western Australia faces in the months to come, it’s moments like these that remind us music and the joy it gives endures, no matter the circumstances. Thanks to Lyric’s Lane for throwing a great party!
LINDA DUNJEY
Photos by Linda Dunjey
- Luke Dux Duo
- The Pick Me Ups
- Steve Hensby Band
- Odette Mercy Trio