The young San Fran quartet played their new album in it's entirety at Mercury Lounge last week. This unassuming group has the best vocals technically and harmonically I have heard in quite some time. The reverb was awesome and the new album sounds just as good as Talking Through Tin Cans. Pick up a copy of The Bedroom Covers--an excellent compilation of covers including The Smiths, Talking Heads, and Paul Simon.
What's cool about a venue like Mercury is the intimacy, and the fact that you can run into the band at the bar before they go on. I said a quick hello to the lead singer, Chris Chu, and told him I was uber excited to see them open up for The Black Keys at Central Park Summerstage in July. They were also one of my favorites of "Ahead of the Curve '09-San Fran" and I didn't hesitate to let Chu know. It was rewarding to hear him say how much he liked the final spot and then he continued on to chat with Jason Schwartzman, who is clearly a big fan. Congrats on your success, Morning Benders!
MGMT, Congratulations
I've listened to this album twice, and I'm already obsessed. The hipster community is apparently up in arms and not as impressed--boo hoo. Cheers to these guys for coming out with something experimental, not feeling pressured into following up Oracular Spectacular with instant hit singles, and for composing a stellar sophomore effort.
Rodrigo y Gabriela, 11:11
Rod & Gab played their hearts out at Radio City on Thursday night, and I was lucky enough to be front and center. Now I understand the hype of Radio City...sitting in the orchestra makes a world of difference. You sure feel like you are right there with the performers on stage. I may have had a little too much bubbly (when have I not), but Rod & Gab's guitar skills were explosive. Please please go out and see them when you get a chance! The performance took me back to the days of the Gypsy Kings, yet these two don't sing, nor do they need to.
Rodrigo y Gabriela, "11:11"
Rodrigo y Gabriela, "11:11"
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