I just wanted to comment on a recent article I read about the closing of an Akron, Ohio music hotspot; The Lime Spider. While I have never actually gone inside this hole in the wall bar it is often the focus of music related discussions and is known for bringing a wide range of musicians to Akron. It is unfortunate it is closing, especially because the closing is the result of several robberys. I can only hope a new night spot will open in a safer area that will still have the magnet pull of bands that The Lime Spider once had.
-Alyson
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Wednesday, April 18, 2007
Joe Firstman | Columbus, OH 4.12.07
Spending a weeknight in a little dive of a music venue is usually one of the best ways to hear some great music.
Joe Firstman's show at The Basement in Columbus, Ohio on April 12 was the perfect example.
The opener was a singer/songwriter named Brian Wright. Wright, originally from Texas, had more than a streak of country in his style, but also a lot of rock-n-roll. Shyly performing solo, he sang a series of fabulous songs, accompanying himself on guitar.
Wright later joined Joe Firstman and his band for the bulk of the night's show. Firstman's music is soulful and bluesy and hard hitting rock - often at the same time. His lyrics are different and thought-provoking. All of these things would have made it a good show no matter what.
The energy from the entire band made it an amazing show. There was a spirit in the air that everything was fresh and new and exciting. It was obvious that, despite the small crowd turnout, the musicians were delighted to be able to spend their Thursday evening making music. If there was a setlist, they strayed from it. They took requests. They switched instruments with each other on the whim of their bandleader. They made great music. This was the kind of show that reminds you of what live music can be, when the musicians want to make the best music possible every time they play.
Joe Firstman's show at The Basement in Columbus, Ohio on April 12 was the perfect example.
The opener was a singer/songwriter named Brian Wright. Wright, originally from Texas, had more than a streak of country in his style, but also a lot of rock-n-roll. Shyly performing solo, he sang a series of fabulous songs, accompanying himself on guitar.
Wright later joined Joe Firstman and his band for the bulk of the night's show. Firstman's music is soulful and bluesy and hard hitting rock - often at the same time. His lyrics are different and thought-provoking. All of these things would have made it a good show no matter what.
The energy from the entire band made it an amazing show. There was a spirit in the air that everything was fresh and new and exciting. It was obvious that, despite the small crowd turnout, the musicians were delighted to be able to spend their Thursday evening making music. If there was a setlist, they strayed from it. They took requests. They switched instruments with each other on the whim of their bandleader. They made great music. This was the kind of show that reminds you of what live music can be, when the musicians want to make the best music possible every time they play.
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