Smackie: You missed an excellent show. With all due respect to the other board members who sank them without attending, I'll say this: They were great! The sax was NOT invasive, but used as a peripherally interesting "filler". Maybe their sound balance was better tonight than at earlier shows. These guys (and beautiful woman, Abi) played some blue-eyed soul, a lot of rock, some jazz, and a fascinating arabic-influenced song, which had all us chicks in the back attempting belly-dancing. I love their unique sound, but, unfortunately, being a new fan, I can't give you their set list.
I also loved Redwall, the opener. I think they are also really well-rounded musically, which is surprising since they are YOUNG! (and their vocals/harmonies are great) They did a few pieces that were sophisticated and jazzy, which really impressed me. They're from Chicago, and I suspect cut some elementary school classes to sneak into local jazz clubs. I'm not sure I can find any group to compare them to, but I think we'll be hearing more about/from them.
I'll leave the Keane review to their loyal fans: I'm not one. But one thing I will say: it was a major "couples" night, and most of those couples were making out like crazy - wonder if there are major increases in birthrates 9 months after local Keane shows.
