In our CasinoBeats Rhymes and Life feature we are revealing the soundtracks that provide a backdrop for the gaming industry.

In this edition, we spoke to Victoria Lowther, HR Office Manager at Altenar, who shared her experience of seeing Pearl Jam in Paris and why her love of Dave Grohl is undeniable.  

What was your first-ever gig, and what was it like? 

My first real gig away from the Isle of Man was Pearl Jam in Paris. It was absolutely phenomenal; the music, the atmosphere, the city. Just wow. It was just an amazing experience and one I won’t ever forget.

What’s the best performance you have ever seen live, and why was it so good? 

This is a very difficult question as I have been to so many live performances featuring some of the world’s most iconic bands, past and present. Coldplay were amazing, Green Day were superb, but I would have to choose Aerosmith in Las Vegas. Steve Tyler is a true showman and his voice was better live than on any recordings.

Is there an artist who, in your eyes, can do no wrong?

Dave Grohl of the Foo Fighters, what a man he is! He is the epitome of picking yourself up and never giving up. A born entertainer. He keeps the Foo Fighters well and truly in the limelight and you can recite so many of their best songs over the years. Just an incredible band.

What is your most cherished album, and what makes it so special to you? 

Lightning Bolt by Pearl Jam. Not only have I seen them perform in Paris at my first-ever gig, but I saw them after that in Milan. Just a beautiful city with such history and they performed so many songs from Lightning Bolt that evening. A truly one-off occasion with so many happy memories.

What song always makes it to your gym playlist? What activities do you usually do in the gym while listening to it? 

As much as I like my rock and heavy metal, you need to tone it down a little bit when doing a workout at the gym so I always make sure I have Titanium by David Guetta featuring Sia on my playlist while on the treadmill. It is an unforgettable track so it gives me real inspiration when the finishing line is in sight.

Which artist or song helps take your mind off work? Why have you chosen this artist and genre? 

There are so many to choose from when I need to relax and take my mind off daily tasks at work. I listen to Hozier, Zach Bryan, Noah Kahan and Post Malone mainly but there are too many to choose from. The music they produce is very chilled, very calming and I just love the vibes that these artists can inhibit.

If you could go on a night out with any musician, who would it be, and where would you take them? 

I have mentioned them above a few times but Eddie Vedder of Pearl Jam would undoubtedly be my number one choice. However, if he is busy then the aforementioned Dave Grohl wouldn’t be a bad back-up. I would show them around the Isle of Man and take them for the local delicacy of chips, cheese and gravy. I’m sure either would love it.

Joe Streeter
Joe Streeter