I’ve been photographing underground dub and hip-hop acts for friends Axion Esti recently. They organise gigs regularly at the Toï Toï bar in Villeurbanne, Lyon, promoting some very talented local and upcoming artists.I love live music photography for both the surprises and the challenges it can present, not least working in low-light conditions trying to anticipate both the stage lighting and the musicians themselves.

Above is a photo I shot during the dub night, cleverly cropped from the original by Adrian for this flyer promoting for the next Axion event. I didn’t feel too enthusiastic about the original image but I’m really pleased with the way the lighting is emphasised here.

Don’t miss Axion Live #2 on March 27 at the Toï Toï bar in Lyon if you’re in the vicinity – expect some LOUD, quality, French electro-dub. See you there!

See more from ‘Axion Live’ Dub.

Santiago, Chile: Jazz ensemble Drigotet play on a “Jazz Wednesday” at the Goethe Insistute, August 10, 2009. The group, comprising of bassist and composer Rodrigo Ríos, drummer Nicolás Ríos and pianist Sergio Valenzuela, play their new repertoire to celebrate the launch of their latest live album.

Santiago, Chile: Chilean cumbia band Villa Cariño play Bar El Clan, August 1, 2009