Nickel Creek returned to the Murat Theatre at Old National Centre on Saturday night for the first time since their last performance in May 2014. The trio, consisting of Chris Thile, Sara Watkins, and Sean Watkins, joined by bassist Jeff Picker, released their album Celebrants in March of the previous year. The setlist included selections from their latest release alongside beloved fan favorites. The evening began with the mesmerizing harmonies of a special guest, The Stave, setting a captivating atmosphere for the night’s musical journey. Throughout their career-spanning performance, Nickel Creek redefined the boundaries of bluegrass, infusing it with the emotional depth of pop sensibility to create a strikingly bold, effortlessly captivating immersive experience. Remember not to miss Nickel Creek as they will be touring with special guests The Staves, Gaby Moreno, Monica Martin, and Andre Bird this year. For more tour info, go to https://www.nickelcreek.com/tour.
Nickel Creek Setlist
Where the Long Line Leads, Ode to a Butterfly, When in Rome, Destination, This Side, Going Out…, Celebrants, Reasons Why, Elephant in the Corn, Strangers, The Lighthouse’s Tale, Scoth & Chocolate, Somebody More Like You, Sabra Girl, To the Airport, …Despite the Weather, 21st of May, When You Come Back Down (Tim O’Brien cover), New Blood, Smoothie Song, The Fox, Hayloft (Mother Mother cover), Holding Pattern
The Staves opening for Nickel Creek at the Old National Centre in Indianapolis, Indiana, on February 10, 2024. Photo by Tony VasquezNickel Creek at the Old National Centre in Indianapolis, Indiana, on February 10, 2024. Photo by Tony VasquezNickel Creek at the Old National Centre in Indianapolis, Indiana, on February 10, 2024. Photo by Tony VasquezNickel Creek at the Old National Centre in Indianapolis, Indiana, on February 10, 2024. Photo by Tony VasquezNickel Creek at the Old National Centre in Indianapolis, Indiana, on February 10, 2024. Photo by Tony VasquezNickel Creek at the Old National Centre in Indianapolis, Indiana, on February 10, 2024. Photo by Tony VasquezNickel Creek at the Old National Centre in Indianapolis, Indiana, on February 10, 2024. Photo by Tony VasquezNickel Creek at the Old National Centre in Indianapolis, Indiana, on February 10, 2024. Photo by Tony VasquezNickel Creek at the Old National Centre in Indianapolis, Indiana, on February 10, 2024. Photo by Tony VasquezNickel Creek at the Old National Centre in Indianapolis, Indiana, on February 10, 2024. Photo by Tony Vasquez
Last week, Jim James returned to Lousiville, his hometown, for a special pre-Thanksgiving solo acoustic performance at the W.L. Lyons Brown Theatre to help raise funds for the Young Authors Greenhouse, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring children aged six to eighteen to embrace the power of their voices and stories.
Kiana Del, the lead singer of Kiana & the Sun Kings, kicked off the evening with an impassioned performance, setting the stage for an unforgettable night of music. Following her captivating set, young authors Jaden, Riyan, and Nandan took the spotlight with their readings. Kiana Del and Jim James joined them on stage to pose questions after each reading, creating a unique and interactive atmosphere that showcased the young authors.
Jim James, known for his role as the frontman of My Morning Jacket, took the stage with a pair of James’ original compositions, “The World’s Smiling Now” and “A New Life,” setting an intimate and personal tone for me as I recalled covering James on the stage back in 2013 on his solo tour debuting the Regions of Light and Sound of God album. James then delved into My Morning Jacket’s catalog with the “Knot Comes Loose” and “I’m Amazed.” The audience was so quiet that Jim’s vocals cut deep with lyrics: I’m amazed what they want me to believe After all is said and done- where is the justice? I’m amazed, the lack of evolution I’m amazed, at the lack of faith I’m amazed, at the love we rejecting I’m amazed, what we accept in its place
James debuted several covers, which made for an extraordinary night, starting with George Harrison’s moving “Give Me Love (Give Me Peace on Earth).” Jim continued to surprise the audience with first-time renditions of classics from Marvin Gaye, George Harrison, and The Beatles.
The encore started with My Morning Jackets’ “In Color” and continued with soulful performances of Marvin Gaye’s iconic “What’s Going On” and a beautiful rendition of The Beatles’ “Real Love.”
Closing the night on a poignant note, James played “Here in Spirit” from his solo album “Eternally Even,” followed by New Multitudes’ “Changing the World,” and he closed the evening with Brian Wilson’s “Love and Mercy.” The night was a testament to James’ ability to blend his heartfelt original compositions with timeless classics, all for a fantastic cause.
Set: The World’s Smiling Now A New Life Knot Comes Loose (My Morning Jacket) I’m Amazed (My Morning Jacket) Give Me Love (Give Me Peace on Earth) (George Harrison) Why Can’t We Live Together (Timmy Thomas) Hopefully (My Morning Jacket) Look at You (My Morning Jacket) Throwback, My Sweet Lord (George Harrison) Only Memories Remain (My Morning Jacket) Big Decisions (My Morning Jacket) I Will Be There When You Die (My Morning Jacket) Movin Away (My Morning Jacket) Over and Over I Needed It Most (My Morning Jacket) Never in the Real World (My Morning Jacket) The Right Place (Monsters of Folk) Peaceful Easy Feeling (Jack Tempchin) Wonderful (The Way I Feel) (My Morning Jacket) * Kiana Del joined State of the Art (A.E.I.O.U.) Encore: In Color (My Morning Jacket) What’s Going On (Marvin Gaye) Rainbow Power (Timmy Thomas) Bermuda Highway (My Morning Jacket) Real Love (The Beatles) Here in Spirit Changing World (New Multitudes) Love and Mercy (Brian Wilson)
Kiana Del acoustic set at the Brown Theatre in Louisville, Kentucky to benefit the Young Authors Greenhouse on November 22, 2023. Photo by Tony VasquezKiana Del acoustic set at the Brown Theatre in Louisville, Kentucky to benefit the Young Authors Greenhouse on November 22, 2023. Photo by Tony VasquezKiana Del acoustic set at the Brown Theatre in Louisville, Kentucky to benefit the Young Authors Greenhouse on November 22, 2023. Photo by Tony VasquezJim James’ acoustic solo was set at the Brown Theatre in Louisville, Kentucky, to benefit the Young Authors Greenhouse on November 22, 2023. Photo by Tony VasquezNandan at the Brown Theatre in Louisville, Kentucky to benefit the Young Authors Greenhouse on November 22, 2023. Photo by Tony VasquezJaden at the Brown Theatre in Louisville, Kentucky to benefit the Young Authors Greenhouse on November 22, 2023. Photo by Tony VasquezJim James’ acoustic solo was set at the Brown Theatre in Louisville, Kentucky, to benefit the Young Authors Greenhouse on November 22, 2023. Photo by Tony VasquezJim James’ acoustic solo was set at the Brown Theatre in Louisville, Kentucky, to benefit the Young Authors Greenhouse on November 22, 2023. Photo by Tony VasquezJim James’ acoustic solo was set at the Brown Theatre in Louisville, Kentucky, to benefit the Young Authors Greenhouse on November 22, 2023. Photo by Tony VasquezJim James’ acoustic solo was set at the Brown Theatre in Louisville, Kentucky, to benefit the Young Authors Greenhouse on November 22, 2023. Photo by Tony VasquezJim James’ acoustic solo was set at the Brown Theatre in Louisville, Kentucky, to benefit the Young Authors Greenhouse on November 22, 2023. Photo by Tony VasquezJim James’ acoustic solo was set at the Brown Theatre in Louisville, Kentucky, to benefit the Young Authors Greenhouse on November 22, 2023. Photo by Tony VasquezJim James’ acoustic solo was set at the Brown Theatre in Louisville, Kentucky, to benefit the Young Authors Greenhouse on November 22, 2023. Photo by Tony VasquezJim James’ acoustic solo was set at the Brown Theatre in Louisville, Kentucky, to benefit the Young Authors Greenhouse on November 22, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez
Tuesday night at the HI-FI Annex in Fountain Square, the Canadian ensemble Broken Social Scene graced the outdoor stage to commemorate the 20th anniversary of their acclaimed second album, “You Forgot It In People.” Throughout the performance, the band harnessed the chaos of connectivity as a driving force. The band has a few dates left in October on the current tour at The Pageant in St. Louis and the Brooklyn Bowl in Nashville. The band will perform at The Concert Hall in Toronto, ON in December.
Setlist: KC Accidental Stars and Sons Almost Crimes Looks Just Like the Sun Pacific Theme Cause = Time 7/4 (Shoreline) Fire Eye’d Boy Stay Happy Late Nineties Bedroom Rock for the Missionaries Shampoo Suicide Lover’s Spit (with Hannah Georgas) Sweetest Kill It’s All Gonna Break Anthems for a Seventeen-year-old Girl (with Hannah Georgas)
On September 23, Farm Aid took place at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, featuring the guiding board members Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews, Margo Price, and the return of Neil Young. The event also boasted an unexpected late-night performance by Bob Dylan with the Heartbreakers.
Sturgill Simpson and Lukas Nelson sat in with Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros featuring The Wolfpack, offering memorable performances of “Truckin'” and “Dark Star.” To conclude their set, Margo Price joined them for a cover of The Crickets’ “Not Fade Away.” Price later graced the stage alongside special guest Sturgill Simpson for a fantastic rendition of Tom Petty’s “Mary Jane’s Last Dance.” The festivities continued with Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds, who opened their set with a rendition of Tex Ritter’s “Rye Whiskey.” The acoustic guitar duo followed this with a lineup of songs, including “Satellite,” “So Damn Lucky,” “Virginia in the Rain,” “Lie in Our Graves,” “Monsters,” and concluded their performance with the crowd-favorite, “Crush” as the sun was setting on the beautiful day of music.
John Mellencamp’s set included many hits, such as “Paper in Fire,” “Small Town,” and “Jack & Daine,” one particularly poignant moment was when Mellencamp delivered his 1985 track, “Rain on the Scarecrow.” The song vividly portrays the anguish experienced by farmers forced off their land, a theme deeply intertwined with the inception of Farm Aid. Reflecting on the enduring battle for family farmers, Mellencamp remarked, “None of us could have imagined, in our most optimistic dreams, that 38 years down the road, we would still be committed to, and in fact, compelled to continue this vital work.” Mellencamp concluded his set with an electrifying performance of “Pink Houses.”
Neil Young made his return to the Farm Aid stage, treating the audience to a four-song set featuring “Comes a Time,” “Are There Any More Real Cowboys?,” “Love Earth,” and “Heart of Gold.”
The grand finale was orchestrated by Willie Nelson, who delivered an impressive 18-song performance. To cap off the evening in style, Willie Nelson invited Neil Young, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews, Margo Price, Bob Weir, and other special guests to join him on stage for a heartfelt rendition of “Will the Circle Be Unbroken/I’ll Fly Away” and brought the event to a close with “It’s Hard to be Humble.”
Clayton Anderson Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.The Black Opry featuring Lori Rayne, Tylar Bryant, and Kyshona Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Particle Kid’s Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.The String Cheese Incident’s Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.The String Cheese Incident’s Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.The String Cheese Incident’s Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Allison Russell’s Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Allison Russell’s Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Allison Russell’s Farm Aid performance with special guest Lukas Nelson at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Farm Aid at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Lukas Nelson’s Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros featuring The Wolfpack’s Farm Aid performance with special guest Sturgill Simpson at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros featuring The Wolfpack’s Farm Aid performance with special guests Sturgill Simpson and Margo Price at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.The Jim Irsay Band’s Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.The Jim Irsay Band’s Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Margo Price’s Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Margo Price’s Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Margo Price’s Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Farm Aid at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds’ Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds’ Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds’ Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Farm Aid at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Farm Aid at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.John Mellencamp’s Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.John Mellencamp’s Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.John Mellencamp’s Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.
John Mellencamp’s Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.
Farm Aid at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Willie Nelson’s family session Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Willie Nelson’s family session Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Willie Nelson’s family session Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Willie Nelson’s family session Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.Willie Nelson’s family session Farm Aid performance at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN, on September 23, 2023. Photo by Tony Vasquez for Jams Plus Media.
The Warning, a rock band consisting of three sisters from Monterrey, Mexico, stopped at the Deluxe at Old National Centre in Indianapolis, Indiana. The band was formed in 2013, and its members are Daniela Villarreal on lead vocals and guitar, Paulina Villarreal on drums, and Alejandra Villarreal on bass guitar are on the road with their ERROR Tour. The Warning is definitely a band that you want to check out.
The Warning, a rock trio of three sisters hailing from Monterrey, Mexico, stopped at the Deluxe within the Old National Centre in Indianapolis, Indiana. With their formation dating back to 2013, the band’s lineup includes Daniela Villarreal as the lead vocalist and guitarist, Paulina Villarreal as the drummer, and Alejandra Villarreal as the bass guitarist. They are currently on the exhilarating ERROR Tour and are undoubtedly a musical experience worth not missing.
The Warning Setlist: Intro 404, DISCIPLE, Z, ANIMOSITY, KOOL AID KIDS, Dust to Dust, Dull Knives (Cut Better), CHOKE, MORE, MONEY, Survive, Enter Sandman (Metallica cover), ERROR, Narcisista, MARTIRIO, EVOLVE
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Claire Rosinkranz made a stop on her current mini-run on the Just Because Tour in the Deluxe Room at the Old National Centre on Tuesday night. Claire and opener Ella Jane both were coming off stops in Chicago for Lollapoolza weekend. The crowd was enthusiastic and familiar with the music of both Claire and Ella, resulting in energetic performances from both artists.
Claire Rosinkranz Setlist
Backyard Boy i h8 that i still feel bad for u Sad in Hawaii Dreamer Pools & Palm Trees Never Goes Away 123 Too Pretty Polarized Don’t Miss Me Wes Anderson Banksy Screw Time Boy in a Billion Frankenstein
Ella Jane Setlist
bored & blind time on you shouldn’t have said that party trick dead weight i wanna calling card nothing else i could do
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Thursday night at the Ruoff Music Center was the stage for the Gov’t Mule’s Dark Side of the Mule and Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening. Warren Haynes and his band took the fans back in rock and roll history to experience “Dark Side of the Mule,” a tribute to Pink Floyd, as did the opener Jason Bonham with his tribute to his late father, John Bonham’s band Led Zeppelin.
Jason Bonham set the mood for the evening of rock nostalgia with an hour-long run time of Zed Zeppelin classics. Haynes and his band kicked off their set with Mule classics. Then the real enchantment unfolded during the second set when they embarked on a profound journey through the vast and captivating universe of Pink Floyd. The extended second set was a mesmerizing odyssey, taking the eager crowd through the wondrous realms of Floydian radiance.
Gov’t Mule Setlist: Bad Little Doggie, Blind Man in the Dark, About to Rage, Thorazine Shuffle, Made My Peace, Same as It Ever Was, Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Parts I-V)(Pink Floyd cover), Have a Cigar (Pink Floyd cover), Welcome to the Machine (Pink Floyd cover), Speak to Me (Pink Floyd cover), Breathe (Pink Floyd), On the Run (Pink Floyd cover), Time (Pink Floyd cover), Breathe (Reprise)(Pink Floyd cover), The Great Gig in the Sky (Pink Floyd cover), Money (Pink Floyd cover), One of These Days (Pink Floyd cover), Fearless (Pink Floyd cover), Echoes (Pink Floyd cover), Comfortably Numb (Pink Floyd cover), Wish You Were Here (Pink Floyd cover)
Jason Bonham Setlist: Good Times Bad Times (Led Zeppelin cover), The Ocean (Led Zeppelin cover), Over the Hills and Far Away (Led Zeppelin cover), Ramble On (Led Zeppelin cover), What Is and What Should Never Be (Led Zeppelin cover), Thank You (Led Zeppelin cover), Immigrant Song (Led Zeppelin cover), Black Dog (Led Zeppelin cover), Misty Mountain Hop (Led Zeppelin cover), Whole Lotta Love (Led Zeppelin cover), Rock and Roll(Led Zeppelin cover)
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Wilco has announced their upcoming album Cousin, featuring the lead single “Evicted,” set to release on September 29 via dBpm. This album marks a significant moment for the band, as it’s the first time they’ve worked with an outside producer since “Sky Blue Sky.” Cate Le Bon largely produced the album, and her collaboration with Wilco started after she met the band at their Solid Sound Festival in 2019. Frontman Jeff Tweedy invited her to the band’s Chicago studio, the Loft, in 2022 to begin working on “Cousin.”
Regarding the collaboration, Cate Le Bon expressed her admiration for Wilco’s versatility and authenticity. She praised their ability to embrace different genres and musical styles while maintaining consistent authenticity throughout their work. Before the album’s release, Wilco is set to embark on an exciting tour in Europe and the United Kingdom during August and September. They will return to the United States for tour dates in September and October, accompanied by My Brightest Diamond and Nina Nastasia. Jeff Tweedy recently concluded a successful set of solo dates as well. The complete track list, album art, and “Evicted” are below.
The cover artwork for Wilco’s Cousin; Flower Art by Azuma Makoto
Cousin: 1. Infinite Surprise 2. Ten Dead 3. Levee 4. Evicted 5. Sunlight Ends 6. A Bowl And A Pudding 7. Cousin 8. Pittsburgh 9. Soldier Child 10. Meant To Be
Wilco – 2023 Tour Dates: Thu. Aug. 10 – Cochran, BE @ Lokerse Feesten Sat. Aug. 12 – Aranda de Duero, ES @ Sonorama Festival Mon. Aug. 14 – St. Feliu de Guíxols, ES @ Festival Porta Ferrada $ Wed. Aug. 16 – Marbella, ES @ Starlite Marbella Thu. Aug. 17 – Alicante, ES @ Plaza de Toros Sat. Aug. 19 – Portugal, ES @ Paredes de Coura Festival Sun. Aug. 20 – Vigo, ES @ Espazos Festival Tue. Aug. 22 – Ramonville St. Agne, FR @ Le Bikini Thu. Aug. 24 – San Mauro Pascoli, IT @ Acieloaperto Festival Fri. Aug. 25 – Turin, IT @ TOdays Festival Sun. Aug. 27 – Utrecht, NL @ TivoliVredenburg [SOLD OUT] Mon. Aug. 28 – Utecht, NL @ TivoliVredenburg Wed. Aug. 30 – London, UK @ 02 Forum Kentish Town [SOLD OUT] Thu. Aug. 31 – Wiltshire, UK @ End of the Road Festival Sat. Sep. 2 – Edinburgh, UK @ Usher Hall Sun. Sep. 3 – Birmingham, UK @ Moseley Folk Festival Tue. Sep. 5 – Manchester, UK @ The Bridgewater Hall Wed. Sep. 6 – Belfast, UK @ Mandela Hall Fri. Sep. 8 – Dublin, IE @ 3Olympia Theatre [SOLD OUT] Sat. Sep. 9 – Cork, IE @ Cork Opera House Mon. Sep. 25 – Wichita, KS @ Wave Tue. Sep. 26 – Tulsa, OK @ Cainʼs Ballroom Thu. Sep. 28 – Dallas, TX @ South Side Ballroom Fri. Sep. 29 – Austin, TX @ Moody Amphitheater @ Waterloo Park Sun. Oct. 1 – Albuquerque, NM @ Kiva Auditorium Tue. Oct. 3 – Scottsdale, AZ @ Scottsdale Civic Center East Bowl Stage Wed. Oct. 4 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Theatre at Ace Hotel Thu. Oct. 5 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Theatre at Ace Hotel Fri. Oct. 6 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Theatre at Ace Hotel Sun. Oct. 8 – Monterey, CA @ Rebels & Renegades Festival Wed. Oct. 11 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Bellwether Fri. Oct. 13 – Santa Barbara, CA @ Arlington Theatre Sat. Oct. 14 – Berkeley, CA @ Greek Theatre Mon. Oct. 16 – Portland, OR @ Keller Auditorium Tue. Oct. 17 – Seattle, WA @ Paramount Theatre Wed. Oct. 18 – Seattle, WA @ Paramount Theatre Fri. Oct. 20 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Eccles Theater Sun. Oct. 22 – Denver, CO @ Mission Ballroom Mon. Oct. 23 – Omaha, NE @ The Astro Theater Wed. Oct. 25 – Kansas City, MO @ Midland Theatre Thu. Oct. 26 – St. Louis, MO @ Stifel Theatre Fri. Oct. 27 – Bentonville, AR @ The Momentary Sat. Dec. 2 – Wed. Dec. 6 – Riviera Maya, MX @ Sky Blue Sky (Hard Rock Hotel)
Over the weekend, the WTTS Rock the River concert at the TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park featured Maggie Koerner, Band of Horses, and The Revivalists.
The Revivalists setlist: All My Friends, Oh No, Good Old Days, Don’t Look Back, You and I, Down in the Dirt, The Long Con, It Was a Sin, High and Dry (Radiohead cover with Maggie Koerner), Catching Fireflies, Soulfight, Kid
Encore: How We Move, Only You, Wish I Knew You
Band of Horses setlist: Monsters, Laredo, Lights, Marry Song, Hag, Crutch, NW Apt., Warning Signs, No One’s Gonna Love You, The Great Salt Lake, Is There a Ghost, The General Specific, Ode to LRC, The Funeral
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Last night I caught Big Thief on their Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe in You tour. The last time I had seen the band perform live was in 2017 at the Solid Sound Music Festival at MASS MoCA in North Adams, MA. So I knew the show would be a treat to catch in my backyard at the Egyptian Room at Old National Centre.
The Brooklyn, New York-based opener Nick Hakim was a perfect fit with his soulful, moody delivery. Be sure to check him out opening for Reyes Blood at the Vogue on August 29, later this summer.
My favorite moment was the performance of Change during the encore. The crowd was still as Adrianne Lenker sang quietly about embracing the inevitable changes in life, including death. It was such a moving performance that I wouldn’t soon forget.
Big Thief Setlist: Indiana (Adrianne Lenker song), Mythological Beauty, Real House, Flower of Blood, Not, Contact, Simulation Swarm, Words, UFOF, Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe in You, Vampire Empire, Certainty, Born For Loving You, Masterpiece, Spud Infinity
Encore: Change, Paul (a cappella singalong with the audience), Cattails
Nick Hakim Setlist: Vertigo, WHOO, Happen, Green twins, Ani, Feeling myself, I don’t know, Cuffed, Qadir, JP
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