Let This Be Our Little Secret.
Last night, a few Brits invaded Salt Lake. Indie-Folk band Fanfarlo played at one of my favorite venues (for the mere fact that wherever you stand, you can see perfectly), Urban Lounge. The opening act, April Smith and the Great Picture Show, was an excellent modern throwback to classic blues. With lead woman April belting out, their use of the cello, and brass is a vintage sound with the flare of today. Their album "Songs for a Sinking Ship" was released on 2/23 and has gotten rave reviews thus far. I recommend sampling a few tracks for yourself.
Around 11:30, Fanfarlo entered the stage and got right to work. Their use of the violin, bass, and trumpet add a great energy to their already infectious sound. Their debut album, "Reservoir" was released last fall and they have been featured on Grey's Anatomy and House. Though their music isn't the kind you rage to, their presence on stage is enough to want to move to their more up-beat tracks. After about a 40 minute set, followed by a 3 song encore, Fanfarlo left the stage to a roar of applause. The 6-member band is worth scoping out, and if you have the opportunity to catch them on their tour, pick up a ticket and go. A 12 dollar investment well worth it. Here is one of my favorite tracks, "I'm A Pilot" from their debut album.
For kicks, Passion Pit released a video for their ever so infectious and catchy track "Little Secrets," a single I can't stop spinning! Instant happiness from this song. Apprecier the video below! (Utahns, don't miss them when they come back to Utah in April at In the Venue with personal favorite, Mayer Hawthorne, and The County. Tickets on sale now!)
Spencer
March 3, 2010 at 5:16 PM
I'm going to check them out. I've heard the name being tossed around but I haven't listened to them. And thanks for posting this vid. I didn't know they had made one!