Parade, Push, Elevado - Star Bar Dec 06 review
Monday, December 10, 2007
I got to the Star Bar, in Little 5 Points Atlanta, at just after 9 when the doors opened. I hung out with Jason of Parade talking about the day jobs and meeting up with people I that I see when frequenting this area. Parade went ahead and did the sound check early and hung out for a little while longer. The band started getting antsy to play as the sound guy disappeared. He ends up showing up way after 10, so the show got going late.
Parade put on a decent set, but seems to be lacking some energy. I enjoyed the digital elements of their music throughout the set, I do not recall them having it before but regardless it was good. There were also some hecklers between songs, but in a good way.
Push came on and was rather impressive. The lead singer had some troubles with her guitar during the first song so she joked about pretending to play. I thought she was pretty funny. No single instrument or artist seemed to stand out on their own, but it was good music all around. A couple of dudes started moving up front and it appeared a dance off might ensue, but alas they didn't get too crazy out there. The band was a pleasant surprise to stumble upon.
Elevado anchored the show with a solid performance and controlled debauchery as some new songs and elements were added to the set. The band is working on a new CD and shared some of the new pieces with the crowd. Me and some of the other mates danced it out for a couple of songs. Justin was throwing him self off the stage, on top of the bar and onto the floor. He was still able to keep up with the beat, though he did trip once and break his beer bottle. Don sat back like a crazed DJ with his computerized set-up to keep things coherent. The trombone made me smile and the new bongos were a great addition. I had fun having a few too much alcohol, but I had an awesome time.
ISP, the coop of bands that Elevado is an integral part of as well as the host of the show this evening, hope to make every Thursday night ISP night at the Star Bar. Go out and support!
-Alan
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