For this past year, my concert buddy and I have been hitting up concerts after concerts.
February 20, 2012 - Young the Giant at First Avenue:
It started with Young the Giant at First Avenue. Sold out concert! I remember weeks before the concert hearing "Cough Syrup" playing on the radio 96.3 and the Current then being a hipster stating, "Oh, I've been hearing this!" and continued with my head knockin' and 'awesome' singing (angels would have been jealous lol) Next thing you know, Glee plays it on their show. What a hit!
Our dinner was the best. All four of us, being efficient that we are, got Rock Star parking (yeah, I didn't know that's what they called Handicap parking) and ate at Jimmy John's right before the show, located around the corner. It was the perfect sustaining source of energy for a concert that was a dance work out - at least for me :)
Here are some awesome photos:
Here are some awesome photos:
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| Yes, it's my hand. I wanted something artistic! |
Photo courtesy of Lucy and myself.
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May 12, 2012 - St. Vincent at First Avenue:
St. Vincent. Eclectic. Eccentric. Electrifying! A concert that was mellow, but rockin'. Guess what? It was sold out! The crowd was so large and we are pretty lazy people so we were able to sit upstairs like RIGHT beside the stage. It was hard to watch unless you were angled perfectly to avoid the giant speaker and whenever she moved.
Awesomely random: Ate at Saffron and it is a must-go! You have not had Moroccan food till you tried some from here. Lamb brains are deeeelicious. I would eat it again... because... I wish to be a smart lamb ;) actually they're not smart if they're dead and we're munching on them.... ANYWAYS PICTURES
Electrifying. YES! She jumps into the crowd and SURVIVES!
Saffron
We're in downtown. What'daja expect?!
Scalpers were useful. Go Craigslist!
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June 18, 201 - Anberlin at The Varsity:
It was a Monday night concert. This was different for me. But acoustic Anberlin? COUNT ME IN! This is my first acoustic concert and not my last. They played classics like Paperthin Hymns, Never Take Friendship Personal, Day Late Friend and more. Loveddd it! The crowd was not as rowdy and for once it felt relaxed -- as relaxed as a concert could get. Plus I liked the meter parking. Not a hassle.
It was a beautiful stage set-up - very jelly fishy-esque. I thought I should be at sea ... with whales singing along.
It was a beautiful stage set-up - very jelly fishy-esque. I thought I should be at sea ... with whales singing along.
Mr. Christian sang like an angel. Well that sounds odd, but it wasn't that angelic, it was a calm voice to sway with friends. The opening bands were great considering Anberlin even sang together. I forgot their names :(
Overall, go to an acoustic concert and CHILL.
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August 10, 2012 - Coldplay at Xcel:
Most spur of the moment concert event ever! Originally we were suppose to go to Meiko's concert, but... last minute "Hey.... Coldplay is playing at the Xcel. Want to go to that instead?" after a minute of rambling on about how we still love Meiko, but this is COLDPLAY.
Xcel Center did a great job hosting them here in MN. It was like a GIANT BIRTHDAY PARTY! There were lights FLASHING and BLASTING - think fire flies with colors and not as smelly if they were killed. I still kept my band too, though it's useless outside the concert. Looks like I'm some sort of Power Ranger with their obscure colors. Well, enjoy the goodness.
Lasers, confetti (CONSTANTLY - it wasn't even 2013!), lights, screaming, GIANT BALLS BOUNCING! Who couldn't love dancing music and a fun time? I mean Coldplay played most of their classics such as Yellow, Paradise, Scientist, and more.
Another great concert. More spur of the moment. We even got inexpensive tickets with a GREAT view of the entire show. Couldn't ask for anything more! Though wished I had pizza and ice cream would be nice... :D
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September 14, 2012: Batman Live at the Xcel
This counts as a concert because... there's music. The costumes were just INTENSE. Chisel abs on ABS. An overall, okay show. I think in comparison to Cirque du Soleil, which I have not watched ever, it doesn't seem to be on par. It was entertaining enough for our group plus since it was nearly empty, we were able to move closer.
So the teeth you see? Those are PEOPLE! Flailing like crooked teeth they are.
THE CAR LOOKS SO COOL. Belongs at a Hot Import Night. Haaa just kidding!
Yes sir, I am wearing a Batman belt! Gotta sport the yellow, black and white!
The world of Hyrule has now been transformed into MUSIC FORM! Now let's venture into the goodness of an epic video game concert!
We braced ourselves before the concert... with foods from Solera. It was funny since it was NOT enough food. Tasty quality, but we could have downed two burgers, fries, and ice cream. Everyone was seemingly that hungry. I recommend the place for something different and in smaller portion. A tad bit on the expensive side, but how convenient was it that it was right next door to the concert.
Obligatory fangirl photo and date photo :)
Would most definitely recommend going to a Zelda concert. It's a lot better than the Video Games Live one.
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October 1, 2012 - Grizzly Bear at First Avenue:
Grizzly Bear
Band from NY. I don't remember taking pictures here, but it was a concert that it was good. Another SOLD OUT ONE. Concert buddies know their stuff ;)
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November 2, 2012 - Allen Stone at Fine Line Cafe:
Allen Stone. Selah Sue and Tingsek
We came here originally for Selah Sue, but Allen Stone, the MAIN reason why people went was just ecstatic! It started with sexy singing from Selah - French by the way with amazing skin. Then it was flying and party soul tripping goodness with Mr. Stone and band.
Selah :)
Allen Stone
Great band! Give them a try for soulful listening.
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December 7, 2012: Final Fantasy Concert at the Akoo Theatre
First off, $25 for valet parking. SERIOUSLY. I guess I'm spoiled with $10-$12 valet parking in MPLS. Anyways, the concert was a blast! This was their 25th anniversary and our 3rd concert... or technically 4th. I just like their concerts. And they delivered! It was a gorgeous place to set-up a concert. Xmas Trees were HUGE and plenty. There was even a photobooth! How awesome and fun!
I only know awesome people. Also some creepy ones. But mostly awesome!
Attractive faces meet even more attractive ones.
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December 29, 2012: Trans-Siberian Orchestra at the Xcel Center
THIS CONCERT WAS THE BEST NON-DANCING ROCK CONCERT EVER! I was just SO sad no one moved! Maybe everyone else around me thought I had ADHD because you gotta jam to some electric guitar and Xmas music.
PACKED! Unlike Batman's...
TOWERS where the GUITAR GODS WERE RAGING AND RAVAGING!
Epic lights.
<3
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Now... gotta find some more concerts for 2013! Yay!
EDC, Summer Set, Sound Set, Wrap Tour, Basilica Block Party?! Who knows... :)
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