Video: These United States at Knitting Factory
As nice and cozy the layout is down at the Tap Bar at Knitting Factory, the sound pretty much sucked. There was quite a bit of distortion through the two band sets I stayed for, and a couple of feedback issues during These United States, but luckily there is too much charm, energy and cohesion in this band for little things like terrible sound to come in the way of total enjoyment, and I remain baffled as to what it is about these songs, especially the ones off Crimes, that makes them come alive as far bigger beasts when performed live. I must mention that they didn’t play “Honor Amongst Thieves”–why wouldn’t I be obsessed with this song, I listen to it every time I feel the need to awaken from daily slumber. But they did end with “When You’re Traveling at the Speed of Light”, which was just as good, and really the entire set was filled with goodies. Since Mark Charles is away touring with his own project Vandaveer, they played as a four-piece. I made sure to take a video of “When You’re Traveling at the Speed of Light” so that you can witness some of the awesomeness.
November 22nd, 2008 at 8:28 am
No matter how bad the sound or lighting, These United States, with their energy and incredible charisma, are never a letdown on stage. I was at the show that night and I have to admit that I absolutely loved every bit of their set. The first time I watched them was at Union Hall where the sound was a lot better, but I am glad to be able to say without doubt that their performance was equally magical at the Knitting Factory! Your video and pictures look great, too. I still can’t stop watching the video to be honest. Go Hooves on the Turf, and GO THESE UNITED STATES.
December 17th, 2008 at 11:34 am
nice cosenza vision