City and Colour - House of Blues // Las Vegas, NV

This specifically goes at to those who really like to cuddle. I was front row for this show, and it seems like the entire front row was cuddling with their significant other. I could assume that most of the crowd was. And someone was single in the room, I would feel terribly sorry. This was one of the most intimate shows I have ever experienced. Dallas Green's voice echoed through everyone's heart and sang deep into their soul. I saw more than a handful of not only girls crying at this event. It was a beautiful moment to have shared. I've seen City and Colour at a festival before, and I definitely do not recommend watching them at a festival. The crowds are too mixed and some people might not appreciate this time of indie/folk that speaks very kindly the mind. If it is a private event, then I definitely recommend. 5/5 A+

SETLIST:

1. Of Space and Time
2. The Lonely Life
3. The Grand Optimist
4. As Much as I Ever Could
5. Sam Malone
6. Weightless
7. Day Old Hate
8. Body in a Box
9. Northern Wind
10. Paradise
11. We Found Each Other in the Dark
12. Sleeping Sickness
13. Harder Than Stone
14. Waiting
15. Thirst
16. Fragile
17. Bird 
18. Sorrowing Man

ENCORE

1. The Girl
2. Sometimes

Phantom of the Opera - Dr. Phillips Center // Orlando, FL

I will admit that I am differing myself from the true authenticity of this blog by admitting that this was not a general admission seat, but this concert review can be an exception because I think Phantom of the Opera was beyond exceptional. This concert held my heart very dear, not only because I am one of the biggest fans, but because it was perfectly executed. The stage, actors/singers, props, everything transitioned so nicely. I even teared up before intermission. This is a show worth watching if you're into these sort of things. Even if not, you might end up truly enjoying it. 6/5 A++

Vampire Weekend - Cosmopolitan, Boulevard Pool // Las Vegas, NV

Vampire Weekend is known for their upbeat and lifting spirit. Listening in your car is fun, but seeing them live is even better. Their percussions and Ezra's voice put together the whole band. The crowd wasn't too gross with sweat but everyone did leave with smiles on their faces. This isn't a concert to go to if you're looking for a wild night... unless you've downed more than some drinks before hand. Either or, this band does a good job at cheering up a bad day or having something to look forward to at the end of the night. I must admit their sound as a band gets annoyingly repetitive, but the fact that they're good still stands. 4/5 B+

SETLIST:

1. Cousins
2. White Sky
3. Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa
4. Diane Young
5. Step
6. Holiday
7. Unbeliever
8. A-Punk
9. Ya Gey
10. Campus
11. Oxford Comma
12. Giving Up the Gun

ENCORE:

1. Diplomat's Son
2. One 
3. Mansard Roof
4. Walcott