Missed the opening set from local indie chamber pop heroes Kindred Queer. I did however chat with singer/guitarist Xavier to learn they performed new material and that he was pleased with the outcome. Along with cellist Olive and rhythm section, Kindred Queer play concise pop with excellent harmony vocals with flourishes of cello.
The Morningsiders are an Americana outfit from Brooklyn. Bass, guitar/vocals, keys/trumpet, and drums put forth a big sound. Decent songwriting and the addition of the trumpet reminded me of the hipness of Calexico.
Pigpen Theater Co. was a seven piece outfit from the mid-west. Bass, banjo, lead guitar/lap steel, lead vocal/guitar/violin, mandolin, drums, and keys/accordion. Beautiful harmony vocals where everyone sang. Excellent cover of Signed, Sealed, Delivered. This band had a lot of energy and reminded me of early Railroad Earth. A true theater company, they played a tune from their forthcoming play set to open in Chicago.
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