there's something about live music

So even though the venue was not the best, the sound was even worse, the people were just gross, I have to say it was still quite the thrill to see my favorite band JT & The Clouds on Friday night. Katerina's is nice because it's so small--while I waited outside for Eric and my friends, the lead singer came out to listen to voice mails and it was all I could to do keep quiet and from saying hello--but by the time I got there, the best seats were gone and it was impossible to see and harder to hear. The only thing I could see was this hippie guy who was totally into the music swaying back and forth in his gray t-shirt and side swung ponytail.

The Clouds were doing an acoustic set, which didn't start til late and by the time it did everyone was tired, so I only actually heard a few songs. They were pretty good unplugged, which didn't surprise me, since I think the first time I saw them play they played acoustic. With as many members that they have, they make a pretty big sound. They were a vast improvement over the muttering vocal stylings of whoever was lucky enough to open for them. He was either not singing loud enough, his microphone was too low, or no one really wanted to hear him and kept talking.

I think even though all the variables were pretty bad, except for the delicious desserts and the few songs I did hear of The Clouds, I realized that it's been a long time since I've gone out to see live music. I'm not sure if it's the same feeling you get from seeing movies in a crowded theater or if it's the thrill of being close to someone or the people you think are so talented. Whatever it is, it is pretty thrilling and satisfying.