Sam’s Burger Joint, Wed., Dec. 7
Well, I’m going to do this review a *little* differently, by offering the allmighty myspace comments between the bands before and after this gig.
As a patron, fan, and admittedly have a metal heart, I sometimes see and hear things differently than others do, so it’s cool to hear from the ones on the stage!
You don’t need an account to see their comments, I don’t have one myself, and what I read was very cool. Ok, I'm TOO lazy to show it all, but you'll find their myspace links here :)
Anyway, what a HEAVY HIT (literally) of a line-up, and also a lovely, supportive gig. (I am so sorry for the lack of photos, as I’m still awaiting Santa for a replacement camera. Dammit!)
First, thanks to Dee of Deemand Entertainment, for her trust in these bands working together and their professionalism. I really think it’s important, not to mention a burden lifted from promoters, to this town to see more of the same, regardless of the venue.
That night, as predicted, had the first hard freeze of the year, mid-week, oh man, iced over roads and cars, freezing rain – 28 degrees, no bueno!
The doors opened at 7:30, and everyone was there, and had already expressed their sincere interest in one another’s music.
So, voila’! The back door was unlocked and all, although shivering and wet, starting hauling their gear in, smiling and laughing at the irony of it all. (Sam’s is a pretty big deal to some bands, so it seems to me…)
The slots chosen primarly BY the guys, the one-hour sets, moved like a silk glove in terms of timeliness and definitely sound quality.
TALK ABOUT A NIGHT OF LOCAL GUITAR GODS ALL AROUND, sincerely.
21Black is a trio of hard-rocking blues ROCKERS, who are so evident in their admiration for artists such as Indigenous, Los Lonely Boys, Robin Trower, Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Deep Purple.
The bassist, Miguel…well I’ve always loved seeing a musician jump up on the drummer’s area and show some energetic interaction, VERY kick-ass.
“Take Some Time” was their first tune, and I loved it...
Right Road Lost, to me, are becoming quickly directional, smooth and tight in their music, and I really loved the song written for the singer’s girlfriend, “In Your Room”.
Influences: Anything from Miles and Gillespie to Mofro and Yes. . .The fellas dig it all and put it to good use.
Fr: myspace
Sounds Like: It sounds like US.
YEAH BUDDY!...I like that.
The Killing Floor. Next up, ok, now I won’t comment much as I might be biased, but yet I CAN stand back and say I’m really not; another kick-ass show guys!
St. James Infirmary
Wow, by this time, (I have no idea how many people actually attended, and it really doesn’t matter, now does it?) I'd had a few Kahluas and Jaegermeisters to keep warm, so it gets vague, however…
Sam’s by now was full of some fine, clear, 'move-around' creative music, whether it be cover or originals.
St. James Infirmary were so impressive. How’s this for a description, if you will, from their myspace influences:
Texas Blues, Delta Blues, Gospel, Soul, Funk, Dirt & wailing...
Wailing, INDEED! Throw in some perfected melodic trumpet, harmonica, keys, and you truly have a band that shows contemporary blues and rock.
On a night like that, if you can get people slow-dancing or mid-headbanging (diversity!), a garter belt toss ceremony after a wedding (Congrats AJ and Catherine!), it was just a job well done by all.
This kind of genre I’m seeing (unfortunately not on many occasions), is something very awesome to see live.
If you’re interested in the bands comments, please visit their myspace links.