Show Local band takes stage at Liquid Joe Joes Joe's s Stanley Jenkins Contributing Writer Local band Royal Bliss looks to make it big and if the excitement of local fans is a reliable predictor it w will ll But the band wishes to expand its fan base and share its music with the rest of the nation Royal Bliss frequently plays shows at local venues and gets fans off their feet Their performance at Liquid Joes Joe's on Friday was no exception to this rule The club was full with the typical wild crowd but this night was a little different The line to get into the club went back nearly 25 feet as fans eagerly awaited the band Royal Bliss took the tile stage and entertained the audience in a sold-out sold show While the wait was more than worth it the night was bitter cold as fans stuck it out some for over an hour just to get through the door Kick some drunks out and let us in one frustrated fan said Finally after an hour dedicated fans were able to pack into the club after others in line decided to throw in the towel and find other ways to fill their Saturday night The patient crowd exploded with enthusiasm once the band began to perform its mix of ind indie and classic rock Royal Bliss band members believe they're on the verge of making it big but want to stay humble on whatever road they travel down Their recent hit Devils and Angels created a buzz with rock and indie fans and the single gained heavy airtime on several radio stations broadcasting in the surrounding area Lead singer Neal Middleton explained with enthusiasm that he was excited about opportunities that allowed them to be part of a national tour Middleton believes that the chance will take Royal Bliss one step closer t to their dreams of success in the music industry No matter platter what happens I hope we can play at places like this Middleton said As the band starts to gain notice they have a little experience with bigger acts Royal Bliss has played with big names such as Hinder and While the bands band's fan base increases the story of the adversities they've faced while rising to the top is compelling I was paralyzed from the waist down after a three-story three fall Middleton said j J Determined to bounce back Middleton entered physical rehabilitation working himself back to health Later he began pra practicing his music with a cane |