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Photo Credit: Sandeep (this was taken at a prior show)

This’s the first of a series of reviews I’m going to start writing on shows at the house. 

The show opened with TIGR HORS, my band, so I can't say too much either way while being objective. I’ll say we had a great time, despite some feedback issues, and we were well received which was great. 

Following was Christian Logan Fisher. He’s become a bit of a regular at the house, plays solo, acoustic, and usually short sets. He’s got a great voice and is an awesome songwriter. His voice really draws you into the narratives he paints. He’s moving to Nashville TN in a few weeks so we’re enjoying him while we can here in Columbus OH. 

Next was Anna Eltringham, by way of Athens OH. She had an awesome voice, a soft understated demeanor and sang a string of songs the crowd was familiar with. I had heard a few of her old high school friends were in the crowd so it was one of those nights where emotions were high and admiration in no short supply. Great set.

The Mailboxes were next, on tour from Nashville TN (where Christian is heading to). Their drummer couldn't make the tour so they were traveling as a two-piece. Their set was characterized by impeccable two piece harmonies, exemplary piano playing, and amazing aux percussion and lead synth work. From what little I’ve experienced of Nashville, I’d say these guys carry the Nashville sound, which amounts to really honed and pure vocal work as well as on-the-money instrumentation. I bought a t-shirt after. Looking forward to their next performance. 

Blacklight Tribe followed. Donned in neon glow paint, lights went out and blacklights turned on. One of my favorite Central Ohio bands, these guys aspire to a sound that is really ambitious and cool. They read like a ‘Matrix’ movie soundtrack performed live. Blacklight Tribe has a huge local following and easily filled out the basement. Eyes are on these guys and their evolution going forward. 

Leper Hug closed out, and was pretty rad. Acoustic set (his drummer was MIA, a theme of the night). Just three songs, but they were all heartfelt. One song in particular struck me, about a neighbors suicide attempt that he’d witnessed. Looking forward to see how this project develops. (one of his first shows with the project). 

All in all a pretty rad night. 

Written by Sandeep Sehbi.