Normally I would write a review about a show I’ve seen. This time I thought I’d do something different. A chance to let the pictures tell a story. So I created my own personal Crystal Ballroom-like effort albeit on a much more modest scale.
So, here’s a short film about the Palais, Melbourne concert from January 11, 2009. There’s a bit of something here for everyone.
The Palais is such a grand old theatre in the beachside suburb of St Kilda. I’ve therefore tried to set the scene at the start of the film with the Palais’ location.
As Pat mentions at the end of the film, the band would rather play non-seated venues. It’s hard to get audience participation despite Dan’s encouraging words for people to get on their feet. Most did by the last song before the encore. Nevertheless, the grandure of the venue is filled with the size of their sound.
The gig started early (Dr Dog came on at 7pm before being followed by the excellent Gomez) and there were intermissions between sets to run to the bar and back to your seat.
I was so pleased they played my favourite ‘Keys track, ‘The Breaks’ from The Big Come Up. It was a storming rendition. You’ll also hear parts of Girl is On My Mind and the intro to Stack Shot Billy.
I had hoped they might play The Breaks when I was speculating about getting an interview last year. I don’t know if the band had read this post although Pat did tell me he has checked out this blog. I didn’t get an interview as I had hoped (apparently the band were just concentrating on the tour) but I along with other fans did get to meet Pat and Dan after the show (more about this in future posts). I’ve added a bit of footage of fans meeting the band near the end so hang in there.
Well, it seems I have written a review of sorts afterall. Could well be 2010 before they return to Australia so enjoy the video for now.
Related posts:
- Review: Dan Auerbach @ The Corner Hotel, Melbourne, 9 April 2009
- 2009: The Black Keys Year In Review
- Review: The Black Keys @ 94.9 Independence Jam 2009 including Set List
- The Black Keys Tour Dates 2009
- Dan Auerbach Solo Australian Tour Dates 2009
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