LCD Soundsystem/Sleigh Bells

Last night continued our quest to get through at least 15 concerts by years end.  It seems that every band I have ever liked has decided to tour and come through Atlanta within a 2 month period.  I love going to shows, but man, I am 40 years old and it takes a lot out of you.  A couple of shows in a month aren't bad, but we have three this week, and more upcoming.  At least all of these shows are in clubs and not bars, so (yes I am going to act my age) we can luckily get home at a decent hour.

I had already seen both bands, but in very different circumstances.  Sleigh Bells, the opener, I missed at Coachella, but had recently seen at a very tiny club here in Atlanta.  LCD Soundsystem I had seen at Coachella on the vast Main Stage, and was so far away I could only see them on the Jumbotrons.

I will say one thing on behalf of The Tabernacle, or the promoter Live Nation, or the bands themselves, but they came onstage right on time with minimal wait.  It was very refreshing.  Sleigh Bells only played a short set of about 30 minutes, but it was enough I think.  I complained in my last review of theirs that it really is nothing more than hi-tech karaoke.  All of the music, aside from the lead guitar, is recorded and the singer just sings over it.  Nothing to write home about.  At least they have a catchy sound, and they came out playing very very loud. 

LCD Soundsystem came out shortly thereafter and played a wonderful set, playing all of the hits and most of the new album.  They are a really tight band who obviously enjoy getting together and making wonderful music.  I thought their set at Coachella was good, but this was infinitely better as it was a more intimate setting, and they were able to interact better with the crowd. 

I was very happy they played "Tribulations," "Someone Great," "Daft Punk Is Playing At My House," "Yeah," "Losing My Edge," and "All My Friends."  I was able to find a few clips taken from the show last night.







Overall it was great show and a fun crowd.  If you ever get the chance to see them live, I highly recommend it.  Now I have to try and summon up the energy to make it to The National's show tonight.  Wish me luck.