I first heard of The Thermals when they filled the opening spot for Death Cab for Cutie at a college performance in 2003. I left our student union building impressed, but with my ears ringing from their opening set - not even Death Cab’s dreamy indie pop helped. Six years later, The Thermals have released three LPs, gone through a string of supporting members, and are on new label - Kill Rock Stars. They were an ideal closing act for the stellar lineup at the Kill Rock Stars day party.
Infitely more confident on stage, with flourishes of showmanship (Hutch Harris removed his shirt prior to “Returning to the Fold,” leaving him nearly nude, and giving him a strong resemblence to Kevin Barnes), The Thermals were a joy to watch. Harris and Kathy Foster had incredible chemistry, exchanging subtle smiles and looks throughout their set. Their sound was tight, with the volume never overwhelming the pop melodies that have crept into their recent songs. This time, I left their set completely won over.
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Two songs go in, one comes out. Pick a side.
thanks so much nadine! probably the best compliment a photog can get!
and thanks for reminding me to embed the video in the post too!
by Steve Benoit on Sun May 20, 2012 at 09.33 am from the entry: Father John Misty + Har Mar Superstar - Brighton Music Hall (Boston, MA; May 16, 2012)
I can’t get over how these photos captured my up close memory of the night.
by nadine on Sat May 19, 2012 at 11.08 pm from the entry: Father John Misty + Har Mar Superstar - Brighton Music Hall (Boston, MA; May 16, 2012)
Or should it be whoever? F my grammar.
by nadine on Sat May 19, 2012 at 10.30 pm from the entry: Father John Misty + Har Mar Superstar - Brighton Music Hall (Boston, MA; May 16, 2012)
Whomever took these photos certainly captured the night!
by nadine on Sat May 19, 2012 at 10.26 pm from the entry: Father John Misty + Har Mar Superstar - Brighton Music Hall (Boston, MA; May 16, 2012)
“Mindkilla” is awesome. I’ve got this music video last week and really impressed through watching every performance particularly “Glass Jar”. Thanks dude. :)
dance contest
by Mark Waugh on Thu May 17, 2012 at 05.54 am from the entry: Gang Gang Dance's Illuminating "Mindkilla"
Also, I have yet to pay this venue a visit, is it good spot? good people, good vibe, good atmosphere?
... man, i hope i win some tickets…
by Jaz Bonnin-Aldatz on Thu May 17, 2012 at 12.27 am from the entry: It's all good, see Fishbone for free at Fête
Looking forward to the show. Would love to win some tix for my pals.
by MC Breath on Wed May 16, 2012 at 07.40 pm from the entry: It's all good, see Fishbone for free at Fête
