Crystal Ballroom

So good? I had urges to spazz dance, but the place was packed. Hearing the Entire Entertainment LP in order live was great, they were incredible. Hugo’s drumming was the driving force.Ted Leos guitar work was as close to Andy Gill as one can get! Gail Greenwood drove the beat hammering the bass lines and Jon Kings energy and quirky dancing and spot on vocals made it a memorable night. If you go buy some merch that will support Dave Allens family ( original bass player) you can purchase a beaten microve oven signed by the band and used as a percussion instrument during the concert!

A fine concert of Nick's songs, with pretty excellent sound balance - important where there are two brilliant guitarists. This is new to me: because Louis Wigget is an improvising bass guitarist, a whole new level of interplay has been introduced. The band played two loooong improvisations, all three instrument players creating an absolutely majestic structure of music. Completely stunning to me. I was thinking that this is Cream, better than Cream, for our time. Instead of the bass "supporting" the music of the guitarists and drummer, Louis looked for long periods like the core of the music. Amazing to see the three string players as a pure trio, each of equal force. And the richness of their sound was really "incredible", as in "I can't quite believe how wonderful this is!" The second long improvisation was jazz in that it felt as if they were creating it right then, not a rehearsed song with solo sections, but fully new in the moment, with long quieter, ruminative sections, sections of Paul, Louis and Nick trading ideas and lines. I have never experienced something quite like this apart from jazz concerts. At any moment the future was uncertain and I had to try to just take in that this was unfolding, being created among the musicians, perhaps as new to them as it was to me. I really wondered if they had done this before or if, here on the first night of their tour, they were as surprised as I was. Again, I think Louis has brought this to them in a way not possible before, because he has played in different bands in different roles and is fully secure leading as much as supporting. An awesome evening. I must say that the song list covered a range of classic and new, with the humorous Stoned Train Driver being a favorite. For whatever reason, the tone of Louis's bass and amp at the opening of that one (if I'm remembering correctly) was a massive roar, delightful. Maybe the idea of a potential engine disaster was in there. I do hope others will post.

Great show by Harrison Sands, Khari, and Abhi the Nomad!! Last show of the tour, and Abhi's final show. Performers and the crowd (full house) were into the show!! Great show with lots of energy!! All performers spent time with the crowd after the show! So much fun!! Rating of 5 of 5!! Tom

Hurricane of original feel bad comedy. Best stand up I have ever seen. Eddie is a Wonder of Nature.

What a cool vibe! I loved how the lead singer (Brad?) invited the audience in, interacting, reacting, asking questions. Loved the music selections, lighting, openers, everything. 10/10 would go again!

Fantastic show! The Surfrajettes played with lots of energy one groovy, infectious tune after another. Their sound was so tight and clean - very impressive. I have been wanting to see them for so long. Now I can't wait to see them again. Thank you so much Surfrajettes!

OMG I would totally go again! I love Alexander so much. I got him to sign my poster and it was the best day of my life. He had so much emotional energy and he really enjoyed Boston. The concert was freaking sold out I didn't realize so many people would go. When I went to see Johnny Orlando 2 years ago I gave it a 45/50 but this Alexander Stewart concert I would have to give a 50/50.

Guardin always brings the best energy and vibes to his shows. Along with being interactive and spending time with fans after his shows.

Excellent! Not happy that it was "sold out" for so long. I tried months ago with no success. Believe you guys are managing ticket sales...manipulating customers. I had hoped for a table of 4 and got 2 at the last minute. Gave away two standing bar. Oh well. Still really good!

Without exaggeration, this was one of the best shows I have ever seen. The music was beautiful and the sound was great. Most notably, the performance was incredible. I really can't heap sufficient praise. I would travel quite far to see him again.

Glad I finally got to see this group. Great sound and energy from the band. I even was able to get an old promo flyer of theirs signed after the show!

Charlie and the guys were amazing. Melodic, warm sound and so in synch with each other. They sound amazing live! I can’t wait to see them again.

I am pretty new to this band. I love this style of music and Joe’s lyrics either make you laugh or make you think which is really rare in the music industry. Great band and would love to see them again.

they had great energy and were served well by the more intimate venue. we were right in front by the drums and bass and the sound and reverberation of the upright was fantastic! i think upright bass has become my favorite instrument now, althought reid anderson of the bad plus has had much to do with my affection for the instrument, and then there's the fact that my son plays upright in the school jazz ensemble. but this show solidified my enthusiasm. the bass was never lost in the mix and it was felt right through my body. by the end of the show, my boys were head banging while a young woman on the piano side of the stage was crying tears of joy, it was a beautiful human experience. i was thrilled to have shared it with one of my boys as a birthday present - and he even got signatures of all three of the members. fabulous - so grateful!

These guys put up one fantastic show!!! Their energy just filled the room, and they looked extremely happy just to be playing for us. The only disappointment of the evening was that they didn't play Stacy's Dad: I was so looking forward to hearing that song. I suspect it was probably due to copyright issues, so I can't hold a grudge against the band. Other than that, the night was really fun. I already can't wait when they are back - will definitely see them again!!!!

AWESOME SHOW! So much fun to see Roger, PH, Nick & Jim on the east coast...they put on a great show at the Crystal Ballroom in Somerville, MA! Have seen them at least two dozen times, (mostly in AZ or Mexico) dating back to the late 90's Refreshments, 6 East, Long Wongs, Yucca days - and they ALWAYS put on a great show!

An awesome time I have known Carissa for many years and she is a master performer it was great to get to see her after so long especially since she now lives in New York.

Loved them before seeing them and loved them even more after seeing them, got to meet them at the merch table and honestly the nicest band going

Always one of the best live performers. A great group of people with great music and am always excited to see them when they come to Boston!

Del Amitri were absolutely fantastic! Great banter w the crowd, stellar sound mix, not too loud. And the venue was amazing as well!