It seems like I post about Blitzen Trapper every couple of weeks and finally I got to see them in person. Already enshrined in my music hall of fame as the best music to listen to while driving through mountains or forests. Last Thursday night though, Blitzen Trapper really showed me of what they are capable and it is A LOT.
After Alela Diane started off the evening with some vibrant folky tunes Blitzen Trapper took the stage and absolutely put on a party. Folky jams started off woodsy and were transformed into flannel lined dance hits. While the more well known hits, like Black River Killer and Wild Mountain Nation were great as to be expected, songs like Gold for Bread and Saturday Nite really displayed Blitzen Trapper's awesome sense of funky rhythm that they so seamlessly integrate into their overall folky style. Ranging from Dylan-esque (think harmonica, acoustic guitar and gravely vocals) to romping guitar throw downs and melodic ballads, Blitzen Trapper showed off a pretty broad repertoire. In addition to the music, the show was long and continually entertaining. The band members were quirky and put on some funny antics like a few singing mashups near the end. I appreciate Blitzen Trapper's newer album Furr so much more now after that show. Go check it out and thanks for the great show guys.
Blitzen Trapper - Gold for Bread (YSI) (filesavr)
Blitzen Trapper - Furr (YSI) (filesavr)
Blitzen Trapper - Saturday Night (YSI) (filesavr)
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