(L–R) The three performers of the evening: Anthony Peña, James Junius, Andrew Goldring. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
Signatures of previous musicial guests in the hallway entry to the venue. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
The load-in hallway to the venue had walls covered in signatures of past musical guests. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
A handmade chair fashioned by owner/operator Bob Chilton sits stage right. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
Musicians have CDs and email signup sheets ready for fans. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
Jacki and Bob Chilton set up the bar area prior to the show. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
Beers from various local breweries available for purchase by the 21+ crowd. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
Some soft drinks also available to purchase. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
Cinamon and Lemon candies for sale at the bar. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
Artwork from local artist Jimmi Toro lines the walls of The Acoustic Space. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
The stage is set for the first musical guest. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
Christian and Amber snag front seats as they arrive for the show. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
The Acoustic Space, part of the The Gateway. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
Anthony Peña starts the event with his guitar in hand. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
Musician Anthony Peña sings in both English and Spanish with classical and ballad-inspired pieces. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
Anthony Peña. Photo: Logan Sorenson/ @Lmsorenson
Audience members are relaxed and enthralled by the music being played. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
Musicians are able to interact with their newly acquired fans after their set. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
Andrew Goldring takes the energy up a notch with a different amp, ditching the stool and playing a few rock-inspired songs. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
Andrew Goldring at The Acoustic Space. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
Andrew Goldring. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
Audience members enjoying the show at The Acoustic Space. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
James Junius starts his set. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
Utah-based imagry is projected onto the wall behind the stage. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
James Junius plays guitar and works the pedal board. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
James Junius. Photo: Logan Sorenson/ @Lmsorenson
James Junius. Photo: Logan Sorenson/ @Lmsorenson
Anthony Peña talking to guests after the show. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
Andrew Goldring speaks with friends and fans near the merchandise table. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
James Junius reflects on the evening with guests of the show. Photo: Logan Sorenson / @Lmsorenson
The Acoustic Space, a newer venue in downtown Salt Lake City, opened its doors as part of their ongoing Summer Jam Series 2016. The July 22 lineup included headliner James Junius and supporting musicians Andrew Goldring and Anthony Peña.
With aesthetic choices throughout the venue such as a custom-made bar in the back of house, artwork from Jimmi Toro and carved wooden furniture to accompany the acoustic foam panels lining the main room, The Acoustic Space has a unique studio/workshop/living room vibe.
As guests arrived to this Gateway venue, they were greeted by co-owners and operators Bob and Jacki Chilton. Guests were able to purchase a beer, soda or lemon drops and cinnamon candies at the rear of the venue while finding their seats. The stage was set with two spotlights front and center. Performers chatted in the green room just adjacent to the bar and loading entrance as people took their seats.
First to perform was the young musician Anthony Peña, who played a variety of original and inspired covers from select songwriters, providing guitar and vocals to these both English- and Spanish-language pieces.
Andrew Goldring, the second musician for the evening, took the stage in a standing position with an electric guitar in hand, bringing a noticeable change in pace. Providing a more rock n’ roll sound, Andrew continues the one-man, one-guitar setup as he swung from rock to acoustic-style ballads.
With a small break in between sets, the stage setup changed from a single stool or mic stand to a keyboard, guitar and a complex custom pedalboard. Accompanied by a projector and dance lighting, James Junius created unique and whimsical songs with combinations of guitar, vocals, synthesizers and keyboard, using reverb for creative effect.
Song after song and at the end of each set, applause burst from the small but enthusiastic audience.
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