September 11, 2003
Underoath, BRMC, Pillar
We're staying busy here. Both David and I have our noses to the grindstone, with flesh, blood, and bone fragments flying over our heads. It's a mess! In the midst of all this, I'm managing to take in 3 concerts this week. On Tuesday night at Emo's, I had a chance to see Underoath play with a new singer. The new guy (whom I met and can't recall his name this early in the morning) did really well. He went after it and didn't hesitate or seem pensive for even a second. It's hard to compete with Dallas, but throwing yourself into the role of frontman is the way to do it. It was a good show.
Last night was Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, who were brilliant. They took the stage with no fuss or fanfare and proceeded to rock it for a good hour and a half, playing a bunch of new songs as well as staples from its debut. Drummer Nick Jago pounded away at the drums all night, never slowing down his snapping and energetic beats. He showed a little dexterity by playing one song with both a conga and drumstick in his right hand; and guitarist/bassist/sometime lead vocalist Peter Hayes showed his skills as well, taking on harmonica and steel guitar in addition to swapping guitars with bassist/vocalist Robert Turner for a song. The trade-off vocals between Hayes and Turner were swell, although thrown right in the middle of the mix for an overall subdued feel.
Today/tonight is Shoutfest, which features a rare stop by Pillar on this tour.
