Conor Oberst and the Mystic Valley Band--7/30/08

[redpillbox]

I checked out both of these shows...He/they did a free instore at Easy St. last night...followed by the "real" show. Easy St. was packed and the sound wasn't the greatest, but hey it was free and they sold his album to the attendees prior to the official release date. Played almost all new stuff (there was one song I didn't recognize off the new record so it may have been a Bright Eyes cut)...you may view the proceedings here:

 

http://www.buymusichere.net/stores/easystreet/enter.html

 

Couple of observations from the Neumo's proper gig:

 

1. 'Milk Thistle' is an amazing song.

2. Again, all "solo" work...no Bright Eyes songs.

3. Covered 'Corrina, Corrina'

4. I didn't think it was possible to devour someone with your eyes, but the young woman in the front row sure tried her best. We were up in the mezzanine, bar section as it was an all-ages show and slightly behind the stage and to the side so it was impossible to not see her. Someone sprinkled that pixie with porno dust.

5. Great energy and a very warm vibe. The music was a sloppy, soulful, wonderful mess.