This weekend I saw two great shows - Enon at the Khyber on Saturday; Interpol at the EF on Sunday.
It was my 2nd time seeing Interpol and although I must admit that neither show was what you would call "intimate" (1st time was when they played the Curiosa festival at the Tweeter Ctr), I wasn't particularly moved by their live set. Sure they are great performers, and their songs kick ass, but it didn't really grab me. Then again, it was Easter, and I was a bit tired from doing family stuff all day But anyway, I enjoyed the tunes and people-watching. I think one of the things I like most about Interpol is that they are very balanced as a band -each member has something to contribute. I found myself listening to the drums much more than I do when I just listen to the CD.
Oh, and I was really bummed that I missed Blonde Redhead. I came in at 9:30pm and apparently they had already played what the hell? They must have actually gone on at 8:00pm. When does that happen?
Enon, on the other hand, blew me away completely. Jeez. I haven't seen a live show that exciting since the Faint played here in October. I was only familiar with a few songs but I really liked everything I heard. All their songs are so original and unpredictable. I really was ready for something totally new - I think I have a new obsession. Toko Yasuda was so teeny tiny and freakin cute, I wanted to put her in my pocket and take her home. Her sweet little voice, oh, I just fell in love. And John Schmersal went so nuts performing the last couple songs - he reminded me of Beck in the way that he completely lost himself in the sound. This will be the first of many many shows - I'll see them every chance I get. The good news is that two of the three bandmates just moved to Philly. Oh, and the A-Sides and Swearing At Motorists opened and were both fucking great.
It was my 2nd time seeing Interpol and although I must admit that neither show was what you would call "intimate" (1st time was when they played the Curiosa festival at the Tweeter Ctr), I wasn't particularly moved by their live set. Sure they are great performers, and their songs kick ass, but it didn't really grab me. Then again, it was Easter, and I was a bit tired from doing family stuff all day But anyway, I enjoyed the tunes and people-watching. I think one of the things I like most about Interpol is that they are very balanced as a band -each member has something to contribute. I found myself listening to the drums much more than I do when I just listen to the CD.
Oh, and I was really bummed that I missed Blonde Redhead. I came in at 9:30pm and apparently they had already played what the hell? They must have actually gone on at 8:00pm. When does that happen?
Enon, on the other hand, blew me away completely. Jeez. I haven't seen a live show that exciting since the Faint played here in October. I was only familiar with a few songs but I really liked everything I heard. All their songs are so original and unpredictable. I really was ready for something totally new - I think I have a new obsession. Toko Yasuda was so teeny tiny and freakin cute, I wanted to put her in my pocket and take her home. Her sweet little voice, oh, I just fell in love. And John Schmersal went so nuts performing the last couple songs - he reminded me of Beck in the way that he completely lost himself in the sound. This will be the first of many many shows - I'll see them every chance I get. The good news is that two of the three bandmates just moved to Philly. Oh, and the A-Sides and Swearing At Motorists opened and were both fucking great.
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I know nothing of Outhud, i'm outta the loop - but !!!+LCD? can the sum of the whole be greater than the sum of the parts? possibly, i'll investigate.
philly is getting some great shows - much better than i'm used to
i know i'll be hitting the mountain goats, as well as DFA
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i had a guy crush on noam once
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"eveyrbody wants some, i want some too": anyone who challenges Better off Dead doesnt have a clue