A music-filled month
June was a pretty awesome month, music-wise: Mumford & Sons at the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, MD; Wicked at the Kennedy Center; U2 at M&T Ballpark in Baltimore, MD.
Kina Grannis: The One You Say Goodnight To
About a month ago, I got to see Kina Grannis live in concert at Jammin Java. Here she is, singing "The One You Say Goodnight To" at the Loft.
Enjoy.
Tim Be Told share their ‘Humanity’
Last night I finally got to see the band Tim Be Told at Jammin Java in Vienna, VA. I’d wanted to see them since I was first introduced to their music a couple years ago but just missed them when I moved to the East Coast and they took their tour out west.
Anyway, last night was a perfect occasion, since I also got to see my friend Wendell Kimbrough open for them. Wendell and I had played together in a church setting several times over the last year, but it was a real treat to see him perform, with such highlights as ‘February,’ about how much he hates the second month of the year—and my friend Laura agreed heartily—and ‘Communication,’ a painfully spot-on portrayal of male-female (mis)communication. Go check him out!
Then, on to TBT, who opened with ‘Analyze,’ from their last album.
Other highlights from the evening included ‘Miscommunication,’ which was preceded by a proposal—yes, a real one; an acoustic set, including old song ‘Ordinary’; the title track from their newly-released album ‘Humanity,’ ‘Lament,’ and ‘Scared to be Alone.’
What I appreciated as much as the music, though, was Tim’s words between songs, sharing stories behind words, being open about good times and about struggles. It helped provide context for many of the songs, and really brought out the hope in their new album, 'Humanity' (which you can now order online on their website!).
Getting to chat with Tim, Andrew, Tim and Caleb afterwards was also stellar—they’re all solid guys.
Anyway, last night was the kick-off for their ‘Humanity’ tour. Go see them, if you can; you won’t regret it.
Mumford & Sons – Come, Thou Fount
One of my favorite bands (Mumford & Sons) playing one of my favorite hymns (Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing). Enjoy.
LIGHTS in London
I got to see LIGHTS last night at Monto Water Rats in Kings Cross, London. It's the second time I've seen her this year, the first being in Constitution Hall in DC when she was supporting Owl City. It was definitely a different venue and a different atmosphere: much smaller, more intimate. But it was a good, good gig. I think I love this girl ... 
Here are a few pics:
