I went into this show in a bad mood. The Federal Hill neighborhood of 8x10
in Baltimore has the worst parking situation I've ever encountered. In 40
minutes of circling, we couldn't find a single legal spot, and the only
neighborhood parking garage was full. My husband ended up dropping me off and
driving over a neighborhood where he paid a lot for a spot in a private
garage and then walked back. He got there in time for the show,
though.
Once Locksley took the stage, my mood immediately changed. These
gents are consummate showmen. The 2 guitarists and the bassist take turns as
the primary singer, creating a band with 3 front men who all deserve that
title. They interacted heavily with the audience, keeping the energy up even
during tuning. They danced around constantly, and they looked great doing it.
They oozed
confidence - it was like watching musical theater, but much
cooler. They were sort of costumed - they all had great hair and fancy duds
that seemed appropriate to their musical style. I especially liked the
drummer's 3 musketeers style, perhaps because it was different, or perhaps
because I've a sucker for great hair and a handlebar mustache. They even did
tricks on stage with their instruments. Even if you don't like their music,
you can't help but love their performance - it's incredible. If you EVER have
the opportunity to see this band live, take it! You won't regret
it.
According to Wikipedia, "their songwriting is heavily influenced by
early British Invasion bands with an instrumental style based more on early
American punk bands and modern garage rock groups. The band describes their
sound as doo-wop punk."
8x10 is a cute little Baltimore venue. Clean,
with a u-shaped balcony and good sized stage for the space. There was even
some seating on the balcony. Good sight lines throughout. The only problem
was the parking in the neighborhood.
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