Gig review with pictures from Lightning Bolt's April 14, 2007 performance at Emo's in Austin, TX.
Lightning Bolt played Austin last night to what appeared to be a large and happy crowd. And Pitchfork has pictures. Pitchfork's comments echo the look of glee on the crowd of hipster faces. Lightning Bolt's official site has their tour dates, which unfortunately seem to end on the 27th of April. No word if more are being added, so see them while you can. They are the best band currently around in... whatever genre of music it is that they play. Their live shows never fail to disappoint.
For those unfamiliar with the group, check out their site and the free mp3s and videos. Make sure that you are prepared for sonic destruction. Lightning Bolt is Brian Chippendale on drums and "vocals" and Brian Gibson on bass guitar. They use these seemingly innocent instruments to create an incredible wall of sound the likes of which you may never again witness in your life. Both are former Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) students and both are active artists in other mediums. Their influences include heavy metal, Sun Ra, Harry Pussy, and many others. Their albums, including side projects, are usually published on Load records.
Their Myspace page describes them as a "two piece drum and bass outfit that is louder than many NASCAR events." Did I mention they're loud? The two Brians are creating some of the most interesting music currently out there. You are doing yourself a disservice if you don't give them a listen.
