Bright Eyes (9/15/24)

I was pretty excited when I found out that Bright Eyes would be performing at the Beachland Ballroom in a “secret show”, under the name of Ojos Brillantes.  The last time I saw them was back in 2005 when they performed with The Faint at the Agora.  Back then I saw them with my friend Sarah and she re-joined me for this show!  While that was really enjoyable, the show was not.  Conor was clearly intoxicated and we didn’t end up staying for the whole show.  Turns out, he canceled the rest of their tour after this performance.

The opener Nina Divona was new to me, and seemed on brand for this Bright Eyes show.

Vampire Weekend (9/19/24)

Vampire Weekend was another LiveNation $25 discount show, and another band I hadn’t seen before.  They were delightful and it was yet another gorgeous night hanging out with friends on the lawn at Blossom Music Center.

Joan Osborne (9/7/24)

I've been able to see Joan Osborne several times over the years (2000, 2018), but was really excited to bring my friend Tim along with me to this show at Kent Stage in Kent, Ohio.  She’s had such a venerable career and is a consummate performer. One of my favs.

Glass Animals (8/21/24)

I was able to score LiveNation $25 ticket detal for this show.  It’s hard to not like this UK pop band!  It was a gorgeous night out with friends, and I’d say my only complaint was Kevin Abstract’s opening performance.  He shared equal billing in my mind going in - but his uneasy performance wasn’t worth capturing.

Iron & Wine (8/20/23)

Iron & Wine is one of those artists that I’ve casually been collecting their music through the years, but have never saw in concert.  It was a treat to get to see him at the Agora, and I thoroughly enjoyed the very unique visual performance that accompanied the music.

I was able to see Sunny War at Nelsonville Music Festival, but was really excited to see them in this space.  

Honcho Campout 2024

Another year, another Honcho Campout at Four Quarters Interfaith Sanctuary in Artemas, PA.  

If you know you know.

Bia Ferreira (7/31/24)

Having been away in Los Angeles for most of July, I thought I had missed my chance to see the Cleveland Museum of Art’s City Stages performances in Ohio City.  Thankfully there was one remaining, after I returned.  It was a gorgeous night, and an amazing story to hear about Bia Ferreira’s travel challenges.  Apparently her band wasn’t able to arrive in time, so the organizers assembled a group of local musicians to quickly learn and fill in.  It made for a unique and rewarding night.

Amtrac (7/20/24)

I was thrilled to also see that Amtrac would be performing at Sound Nightclub in Los Angeles during my stay in Los Angeles.  I’ve been to this venue before, which is a great space to dance.

 

Juan Wauters (7/19/24)

In what felt like an ideal Los Angeles experience, I was able to see Juan Wauters performing at El Cid. The venue is apparently both a restaurant and performance space.  Quite cute.   Juan Wauters was a bundle of energy on stage and was one of the most unique performers I’ve seen live.  Thoroughly enjoyed his performance.

Tall Juan opened the show.  I’m bummed I didn’t catch any video.

Strand of Oaks (7/13/24)

I was awarded a Fellowship out at UCLA for most of July and of course hit a couple concerts while I was out there.  Seeing Strand of Oaks playing at Zebulon was a welcomed sight.  After the odessy of LA buses to get out to the venue, I was hoping for a bit more of a show.  He causally walked up, played some (always great) songs, and then ended relatively early. Probably because they seemed to quickly transition the venu over to a dance party.  Great venue btw!