Autolux

Even though I liked Autolux's music when their album was released a few years ago, I somehow managed to live in my bubble where I didn't know about or get to see them at any of there apparently many concerts. Okay, I probably knew about a few of them, but still. I didn't pass up this opportunity though & I'm glad I didn't. I really like them as a band, and I do have to admit I am just a bit jealous that the drummer, Carla did get to perform on the last PJ Harvey / John Parish album. That's pretty fucking awesome.

The Soft Moon opened and as they started I remember thinking to myself this could go really well or really wrong. I liked the video projection behind them. I liked the music at first but then it just didn't go anywhere. The vocals really let me down. It felt lazy. When there were vocals, and there weren't many it felt like, it was all reverb and monotone. There was nothing interesting about it. I got bored of it fast. It reminded me a little of a band I had seen before except not as good. Not nearly as good. So, I guess I'm not a fan of The Soft Moon. It was a disappointment. If they put any effort into their vocals I think they could be amazing. As it is now, I opted to stop paying attention to them for a drink & a seat not facing the stage.

Autolux, however, was fun and I was in a super good mood that night. I love how all 3 of them take turns singing songs. That's pretty awesome. They're really good live. Their music is really chill, hanging out in your living room type music, so it's interesting seeing them in concert. No complaints here.

http://www.autolux.net/
www.myspace.com/thesoftmoon