Lydia's was packed tight. Warm bodies radiating the heat from the warm summer-like October day as they squished between the walls of the small pub. Many friendly faces, happy conversation, and anticipation filled the room. The first of two acts went on after 10:30 - a late start for the middle of the work/school-week. Tables were moved to make room for the eager fans to see one of their favorite bands play. The opening acts were good, but I couldn't help but feel impatient for the Great Lake Swimmers to take the stage.
Once they actually did come on the stage at around 12:30, it was worth the wait. Well, mostly. They played "moving picture silent film" and so many other great tunes. Tony Dekker's voice rang out heart-wrenchingly during "moving, shaking" off of his first album. At times I closed my eyes and swayed back and forth basking in the warm, fuzzy feeling that the music draped over me like a warm blanket on a wet and rainy night in the mountains. Dekker was backed by Erik Arnesen on banjo and electric guitar, Colin Huebert on drums, and Julie Fader on keys, flute, and backing vocals. Fader was a great addition and very complementary to Dekker.
Other highlights of the show were playing Your Rocky Spine, Backstage With The Modern Dancers, I Am Part Of A Large Family, and Where In The World Are You - all off of the new album Ongiara - and other great tracks off of their self-titled debut album and Bodies and Minds.
Crystal's rating: 7.5/10
Thursday, October 25, 2007
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