As to be expected, the concept of
performing in front of an empty
room is something that requires
adjustments.
“The first night I did it, it was very
strange,” admitted Reel. “This was
the first time I ever performed into
a camera and it was live as well, so
that was even harder. But I’m kind
of getting used to it now - especially
after a few beers.”
The concerts take place at
9:30pm in Ireland, which means
4:30pm in New Jersey. Since Reel
has played shows in many parts of
Europe and a few shows in America,
he’s got people tuning in from
around the world. He can’t wait
to perform in front of an actual
audience he can see again, but
realizes that may not happen for a
while.
“Who knows? It could be a long
time before I can play a show in
front of an audience,” said Reel.
“Venues and bars are going to
be the last things to come back.
When things start coming back
to the point where people can
mingle a little bit, I might put it out
that I’m available for garden parties
or something.”
Watch a video for “Up There In The Sky” by Ben Reel
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