Zella Day at the Sinclair

A few weeks ago, me and a friend of mine from work, Janel went to see Zella Day. Working at Free People, this girl's music is everywhere, from the Free People Blog to the playlist we play at the store and with good reason. She currently only has one album out, Kicker, so it was awesome to know all the songs she performed! 

It was my first time seeing a show at the Sinclair in Cambridge and I must say that there is nothing like a small venue to really get a unique concert experience. I've always been one for a personal touch, whether it's something handmade with love and even just a little extra kindness. Being at a small venue, watching an artist I love with a cold Blue Moon in my hand is my idea of a good show. 

Awesome show, Zella! Cannot wait to see what you will do next! If y'all have not watched her video for Hypnotic DO IT!

Warpaint

I went and saw Warpaint at the Royale on Wednesday night. I cannot even describe how epic it was. 

If someone were ever to force me to pick my favorite girl band, I would have definitely have to go with these babes. Unlike a lot of the girl bands you hear these days, these girls really know how to compose and produce a song. It's not your typical, girly-poppy sound - there sound is a edgier, almost hauntingly good. Their stage presence was great simply because they didn't care. They were dancing around and singing like they were in a room full of friends. That's how I think a show should be.

Even the opener was good! I hate to admit it, but I'm one of those people who typically don't care much for most opening bands. Guy Blakeslee was an exception. To me, if I see that a musician is really singing from the heart, I'm totally on board. This guy did that. He belted it and it was awesome. Also, would LOVE to steal his white on white ensemble. 

Seawolf

Last night I went and saw Seawolf at the Brighton Music Hall with my good friend, Diana. The music was wonderful and soothing - the perfect way to end my Sunday.

I really got into Seawolf's music when I was in high school. I had not listened to him in a long time and then I learned that had come out with a new album back in 2012 and my love for his music came flooding back! I found out that he was playing a show at the Brighton Music Hall and knew that I HAD to go! 

It is really something when you remember the lyrics to a song even though you haven't heard it in a long time.

The Brighton Music Hall is really one of my favorite venues. It's so small and intimate; it really connects you to the musicians. They also always have the best people performing!

Jamaica Plain Music Festival

Strawberry-thyme lemonade

While a good amount of the Boston population was gearing up for a day in City Hall Square for Boston Calling, I was headed in the opposite direction, to Jamaica Plain. 

I wasn't sure what to expect when my roommate invited me to the Jamaica Plain Music Festival to see her boyfriend, Jesse play. I had never been to Jamaica Plain, despite my proximity to it and I also had never been to a music festival in this part of the state. When I finally arrived (after getting on the wrong 39 bus) I found that the festival was set in a nice grassy field just off of South Huntington. I was pleasantly surprised by the lack of concrete. As soon as I found my group (a pack of Simmons College students) I kicked off my sandals and squished my toes in the soft ground accompanied by some strawberry-thyme lemonade.

The highlight of the festival (at least for me) was when the Nickel and Dime Band took the stage clad in an array of outrageous dresses - some even complete with jewelry. Their attire was not to distract though. Musically their was well-done and certainly got most of the crowd up from their seats. I found myself smiling as the band's lead singer, Rick Berlin, sang the lines "like a little girl," as a group of little girls hula hooped at the base of the stage. I enjoyed the show and I look forward to attending more of performances by the Nickel and Dime Band.

Some sweet dreads on this little girl. Too cute!

An awesome festival look that caught my eye.

Sophie and I and our RA from last year, Zenaida.

Sophie and I with our neighbor Dee.