Kurt awesome, sound awful
by Mombet on 10/30/22The Danforth Music Hall - TorontoRating: 4 out of 5Kurt was excellent but the sound was sooo loud it hurt my ears to the point where everyone sitting near me covered their ears.
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Palace Theatre-MN
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Vogue Theatre - IN
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KURT VILE AND THE VIOLATORS IN CONCERT:
Kurt Vile is the shy guy at the eye of a swirling hurricane of beautiful sonic textures. With his hypnotic fingerpicked guitar melodies and mumbled, cryptic lyrics, Vile lays the dark and earthy groundwork of the group’s sound in concert. His backing band the Violators take the folk-inspired tunes into the stratosphere with lush, spiraling guitars, driving drum patterns, and melodic basslines as each song builds to a climatic conclusion that envelops the listener. Ticket buyers can’t help but get swept up in the warm washes of folk, indie, and psychedelia that Kurt Vile and the Violators consistently deliver in performance.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Kurt Vile (born in Lansdowne, PA in 1980) began his musical journey when his father gave him a banjo at age 14, though he soon switched to guitar to begin recording demos. His career picked up in 2003 when he met Adam Granduciel and formed The War on Drugs, a project that remained his primary focus until the release of the band's 2008 debut Wagonwheel Blues. With his own music calling, Vile left The War on Drugs during the ensuing tour to focus on his solo career, releasing his debut album Constant Hitmaker later in 2008. He inked a deal with Matador for the 2009 follow-up album Childish Prodigy and gained exposure by touring with high-profile labelmates like Dinosaur Jr. and Thurston Moore. His third solo offering Smoke Ring for My Halo arrived in 2011 and signaled a major commercial and critical breakthrough for the singer/songwriter as publications like Pitchfork, Mojo, and Uncut ranked it as one of the best albums of the year. Kurt Vile and the Violators continue to work on their fifth album while perpetually thrilling live audiences with their increasingly sophisticated songs and superlative sonics. Over the course of his career, Kurt Vile has played at famed venues like the Old National Centre in Indianapolis or Webster Hall in New York City.
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Kurt was excellent but the sound was sooo loud it hurt my ears to the point where everyone sitting near me covered their ears.
Kurt Vile somehow merged connection and introversion to bring the energy we needed after a long day. His voice creates personality in the lyrics sometimes low and mumbling then a sharp, pointed sound…it builds a character that is fun and interesting to witness on stage. A much needed mid-week break.
When you need a dose of a fun & beautiful piece of art..... a Kurt Vile show is just what the doctor ordered. Venue rules weren't as crazy as in the recent past which makes for a much more pleasant evening. Venue needed wait staff. Sound was a little off until a song or two in but overall a good time! Kurt Vile is one of a kind and a brilliant song writer everyone should see at least once.
It was amazing to see Kurt Vile live. He was inspiring and enchanting. Love him
Kurt was great as always but to be honest, I will longer be going to a Moore show again. $3 to purchase a hard plastic cup into the venue. What was wrong with a regular plastic cup. Just another way to take a buck from the everyday person. Time to move on
Great friends listening to a very talented artist with friends. Was not sure how Kurt Viles songs would sound live, but it was even better than we anticipated. Stellar show, right rock and roll band with incredible guitar player. Seemed like KV played every guitar in his collection, and got some unique sounds out all of them. The new songs that I have been enjoying off the new watch my moves collection were even better live. The folks in our group aged 25-65 left grateful for the music.
Kurt is an amazing musician. The show was awesome.
Opening act Chastity Belt really set the table for Kurt Vile. They were amazing and I am so happy I got to see them. Kurt and the Violators were great. It was my first time seeing him and I will have to see him again and again.
Great Show as always. I have seen Kurt 2 times at the Fillmore. He is one of my favorite current Musicians in this day and age. I also loved his set because he played a lot of songs from my favorite album of his.
Amazing! Ended up being a very intimate concert, the show was amazing!
My first time seeing him. Even better live than on media. He is authentic and genuinely conveys the feeling that he wants to give the audience the best performance he can. The Violators were also great. I will definitely strive to see these guys again.
Overall, Kurt and his band filled the room with some great tunes. The older cuts seemed to really stand out more, but the newer ones are still pretty solid. The acoustic song, Peeping Tomboy, was gorgeous and makes me wish he did some more solo numbers. Freaktrain, Hunchback, and Wakin’ we’re all incredible, and the band really shined. I feel like having one more member for guitar/instrumentalist would have been rad like his older live set ups, but they still sounded fantastic.
Kurt is the mf man! Thank you!! He played one hell of a show. Then played some more. Medicine for my spirit.
Drummer sucked. Thought this act would be way better live, but nope.
I love Kurt. He has never compromised his music for commercial success. His success has come naturally, authentically and without compromise, and few can say they have done so. Thanks so much Kurt it was a blast.
Kurt was amazing, and the venue did a great job with the sound.
We are new fans of Kurt Ville and decided to go see him in concert at The Filmore. He played for two hours straight exchanging different guitars and a banjo. Kurt Ville did not disappoint us. We highly recommend you seek out this talented musician. The venue and crowd was friendly which added to a comfortable experience.
Kurt Vile was amazing, the State Theater DOES NOT HAVE AIR CONDITIONING, so it was a very hot and sweaty event...
Was in Nashville only 2 nights. Wanted to go to show at iconic Ryman Auditorium. Friday night show sold out. This was not my particular type of music. Lead in band played for over 45minutes. Then almost 45minute break. Acoustics were not good. Could barely understand words sung. Was sitting in orchestra level 2/3 way back-so not like i was in balcony all the way back. Venue intersting to see-glad I went, wished bands were better. Many people attending seemed to enjoy. A LOT of people, including myself, left early.
Great venue and two incredible bands! Kurt sounds amazing and puts on a great show!