End of an era - The Embassy Hotel coming down
I can’t say I ever loved the Embassy. Nor did I even really like. But with news of it coming down in the near future it did bring ba
ck some very fond memories.
Our first band SEeKing Dawn really cut it’s teeth playing at the Embassy. It was one of the few places that would let all the band members in, considering they were all 15 & 16 years olds. In fact I believe the first time we played at the Embassy would have been when Andrew was 13.
The bathrooms were always disgusting. I made a point of never having to take a crap at a show there. Just one of those key tips you learn when playing in a band - there are certain places you don’t want to touch.
All in all I think it’s day has passed. The music scene in London is very different than it was in the 80s or 90s. Places like Embassy and the Brunswick just don’t seem be able to draw the same crowds. It’s time was done and though I’m sad those days are over, I’m sure there are better times coming.
Take a look at http://www.youtube.com/samtherobot2 to see some classic SEeKing Dawn concerts at the Embassy.
As well read the London Free Press article announcing the news.
