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We had the opportunity to snag tickets last week to the Shins performance at the Gibson Amphitheater in Los Angeles. We got there just in time to see Washed Out play Amor Fati, closing up his opening act. The Shins took the stage shortly after. I must admit I wasn’t sure what to expect, having never seen an indie band play at such a large venue before. The New Mexico five-piece delivered a stellar performance from beginning to end. They opened with Caring Is Creepy and closed with Sleeping Lessons, returning to the stage for a three-song encore. Their set was a healthy blend of new songs and old classics including Phantom Limb, Kissing the Lipless, Girl Sailor, The Rifle’s Spiral, Australia, Simple Song and It’s Only Life.
The Shins possess the kind of synergy and raw talent it takes to make for a great live performance. Their energy was contagious throughout the entire show; it was great to see an audience of that size so into the music. With the kind of skill they have as a band, it is not a surprise that they are such a commanding stage presence. The title track from their most recent release Port of Morrow was chill-inducing, with an ethereal vibe that filled the entire theater. Sleeping Lessons and New Slang were arguably the highlights of the show. It’s great to see a band of their caliber still going strong after so many years. Many of us can agree, The Shins were a gate-way drug into great music.
Australia
[audio:https://controlaltdelight.com/album%20reviews/ze%20shinz/02%20Australia.mp3]
Bait and Switch
[audio:https://controlaltdelight.com/album%20reviews/ze%20shinz/04%20Bait%20And%20Switch.mp3]
Phantom Limb
[audio:https://controlaltdelight.com/album%20reviews/ze%20shinz/04%20Phantom%20Limb.mp3]
Turn On Me
[audio:https://controlaltdelight.com/album%20reviews/ze%20shinz/07%20Turn%20On%20Me.mp3]
