Jim James, Feist, Grizzly Bear, etc. @ Beacon

[The DARK]

http://yourhereblog.mtv.com/2007/08/27/feist-grizzly-bear-at-new-york-citys-beacon-theater/

In fact, the hulking, historic Beacon Theater out-scaled most of the performances. Only James rose to the occasion. A reverb junkie, to be sure, he relished the acoustics, ripping into "Gideon" like a Southern-fried Roger Daltry.

Ah, more people considering Kentuckyans "Southern".  ::)

you from KY, Dark?

Nah, SC. We're about as southern as you can get down here.  ;)

[JacketGal]

Nice work, Colleen! :)

http://www.cinemablend.com/music/Concert-Review-Revenge-Of-The-Bookeaters-6039.html

By Amy Novak: 2007-08-27 17:12:08


Concert Review: Revenge Of The Bookeaters It was packed house last night at the legendary Beacon Theater for the Revenge of the Bookeaters show, a benefit concert for the 826NYC program. Knowing a little about the program going in, I was blown away at the enthusiasm and celebrity support for this non-profit, whose main agenda is helping kids ages 6 to 18 with their creative writing skills. They do a lot of tutoring, programs that help teachers teach good writing and even do a summer filmmakng workshop. The acoustic show was hosted by comedian Demetri Martin, the hilaroius writer best known for his work on The Daily Show. A.C. Newman, the frontman for the New Pornographers, kicked off the show with some of his solo work. He was followed by Brooklyn's own Grizzly Bear, Jim James from My Morning Jacket, Feist and Britt Daniel of Spoon fame.

There's nothing an indie artist loves more than the chance to collaborate with other indie artists. And to do it acoustically, in a setting where there's relatively low pressure to play their hits (such as a benefit show) is basically a dream come true. That's why I was so sure that this show was going to annoy the hell out of me. But each artist seemed genuinely honored to be a part of the event and the amount of "sadness for an unrequitted love and/or unrealized dreams" themed songs were kept at a minimum. Jim James moved the crowd the most with his powerful and emotional vocals on four songs. Llikewise, Feist's perfectly pristine voice on a slow piano tune resonated in the amazing sound quality of the Beacon and seemed like it could be a hit off the sountrack in Heaven.

Toward the end, Sarah Vowell, mostly known for her monologues on the the public radio program This American Life and who also sits on the 826NYC Board of Directors, spoke about the importance of encouraging creativity and even showed a few highly-entertaining trailers from the Filmmakers workshops, completely put together by kids. But a sure highlight of the night was when Feist read aloud two short stories written by second-graders. They were so ridiculously awesome that the audience didn't stop laughing the entire time. Another sure highlight of the night seemed out of place with the vibe of the show, but was fun nonetheless. One ungracious audience member started an ongoing fued with Martin, who was telling jokes while each band set up, by shouting loudly, We don't want to hear you, we want to hear the bands!" The audience booed wildly and Martin quipped, "Just so you know asshole, they're not booing me, they're booing you...for being a fucking dick at a benefit concert." But hey, it's for the kids.

[subinai]

sorry to bump this but i've been digging through the archives reading threads on shows ive been to before i was an active member of this awesome community. re-reading the reviews of this show has me thinking... was this the first time he played "Wonderful"?

[jbaruch76]

sorry to bump this but i've been digging through the archives reading threads on shows ive been to before i was an active member of this awesome community. re-reading the reviews of this show has me thinking... was this the first time he played "Wonderful"?

u sir, are a jerk. i got way too excited seeing the thread title.

[subinai]

i will agree that i can be a jerk. sorry dude!

[jbaruch76]

i will agree that i can be a jerk. sorry dude!

lol, that's ok just make sure that nyc announcement is coming soon.

[johnnYYac]

sorry to bump this but i've been digging through the archives reading threads on shows ive been to before i was an active member of this awesome community. re-reading the reviews of this show has me thinking... was this the first time he played "Wonderful"?

Not according to BH's spreadsheet. 

It was first played at a Jim James solo show on June 3, 2007, Rudyard Kipling, Louisville, KY.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=9B2VOKA1

[tdb810]

I had tickets to this show, but had to miss it because my daughter had a fever.  AND I wasn't on the forum yet, so didn't even have anyone to give them to who would have enjoyed them.  Ah, the joys of parenthood  ;)

Also, looks like "What a Wonderful Man," and not "Wonderful" right?

[johnnYYac]

I had tickets to this show, but had to miss it because my daughter had a fever.  AND I wasn't on the forum yet, so didn't even have anyone to give them to who would have enjoyed them.  Ah, the joys of parenthood  ;)

Also, looks like "What a Wonderful Man," and not "Wonderful" right?

Both, actually.

The setlist for JJ's part in this benefit at the Beacon:

Wonderful (The Way I Feel) - 3rd time ever played
Bermuda Highway
What a Wonderful Man*
Gideon
Anytime*

*lazer harped

[lasvegas]

this was a fun night.