I think I would have traveled to see Big Freedia. After discovering her through Diplo, I couldn't imagine a more interesting live show to see, particularly here in the Midwest. Imagine my glee when I heard she'd be here at the Grog Shop, here in Cleveland Heights, here in Ohio. A long way from New Orleans. Could we handle "Sissy Bounce"? Would there be anyone there? What kind of people would be there?? So many questions. I rounded up a couple peeps to tag along and bear witness.
I didn't even bother checking out the openers, which turned out OK because it was essentially a DJ and a couple Drag Queens (no advance music to listen to there). I can't say I ever imagined seeing a drag show at the Grog Shop.
It was quite good actually. Better than the typical, profane drag that I've typically seen in the area. But this was only a warm up to the Queen herself, Big Freedia. She definitely commanded the stage, and her 3 dancers, who worked their asses off (practically) over the next couple hours. I can't say that Bounce music is necessarily pleasing to the ears, but I can say it creates quite a fun, party vibe. This was one of the more fun shows I've been to in a while (but then I didn't need to stay for the *whole* show either). Let's roll the tape:
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I mean, these ladies were WORKIN'. All night.
And what about the crowd you ask… just look for yourself.
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