Brand New supported by Kevin Devine and Moneen, Glasgow Barrowlands 24/06/2009
The last time Brand New played in Scotland was back in 2007, Carling Academy; this was a well awaited return from the long island group. Moneen was the first of two support bands, we only caught five or so of their songs and its fair to say they did have a good fan-base, with some nice guitar playing and energetic set. Kevin Devine is a very understated musician, being best friends with Jesse Lacey, its easy to see why his songs are a perfect fit for a Brand New show. The highlight of his set was his cover of Nirvana's "school" which was amazing. Brand New came onto the stage with the first half of their set being old classics from albums like "Your Favourite Weapon" and "Deja Entendu", they slowly progressed into their most recent album throwing in some new songs with Jesse Lacey being as unpredictable and charismatic as ever. At one point he took a jumper a fan had thrown onto the stage and wore it over his head and microphone, throwing himself around the stage and singing on his knees. (and in parts really talking to the crowd which was well received from the fans) As the end of the 19th song set approached, you could see the music visible effecting Jesse Lacey and the band, with the music being more unpredictable and heavier- with Vinny throwing his guitar in the air, Jesse screaming into the guitar it was an amazing proformance.
The final song/interlude was "Welcome to Bankock" featuring members from Moneen and Kevin Devine, with three drummers-it was heavy, complex mixture of sounds that showcased why Brand New continue to be such an important band for music, and continue to better themselves album after album. More videos and pictures to follow.
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