Since arriving here in Ohio I’ve had the pleasure of attending two concerts already. The first band we saw was Sea Wolf with Sara Lov and Port O’Brien opening. I’d say that these bands were right up my alley. They were all pretty much indie folk bands with a fun by very mellow feel to them. The night started with Sara Lov playing a few of her songs. Not being able to bring her band with her, she recorded all their stuff on an LP which she played back during the show. It was actually pretty cool and kinda cute. Overall she had some pretty nice songs. Reminded me a bit of a mellowed out Regina Spektor. Second up was Port O’Brien who I think had the best stage presence of the three. On the other hand they were definitely the most disorganized and ill prepared. Most of their songs weren’t really my style but the last song of theirs was definitely the best of the night. Had some audience participation which involved banging some pots and lids. Tried listening to the same song a few days later, but it was totally different from the live version which bummed me out. The main act, Sea Wolf, was pretty cool. Definite props for having a cute Asian chick playing the piano and cello. In the end though they were a bit too mellow for my tastes. Still had a blast at the concert though.

At the second concert was Pepper with Iration and illScarlet. Now these guys were in a totally different side of the music world that I usually don’t listen to. They’re more or less a mix between reggae, ska, and rock so I pretty much didn’t know what to expect. The night started with Iration and can’t say I really liked them. In the end all their songs sounded pretty much the same. Next up was illScarlet from Canada! Definitely my favorite band of the night. Pretty nice stage presence and their songs were really fun. Could see myself listening to them in the future. And finally Pepper. That is where things got a little wild. They’re definitely great at revving up the crowd cause everyone was going crazy. They’ve also got some awesome stage presence. Was a blast just seeing them up there. Probably wouldn’t see them again, but it was fun for the night. Overall their songs were okay with just one sticking in my head.

So yeah. Hope this is just a glance at things to come. OK Go is going to be in town next month so I’m hoping to check them out. Definitely hoping some of my favorite bands will stop in. That’d definitely make my day.

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