2011
Matt Nathanson popped onto the music scene a few years ago with a delightful little ditty called "Come On Get Higher" and has been a favorite on a local radio station in these parts called Cities 97. Matt is, however, far more than a one hit wonder. He's a fine songwriter and a tremendous performer. He is out on tour now supporting his new album called "Modern Love". He's been touring with Maroon 5 and Train this summer as well as headlining his own shows in smaller venues.We had the chance to see him at the MN State Fair as a warm up act for Maroon 5. He certainly did himself no harm in front of a full house a the State Fair Grandstand. The audience assembled for Maroon 5 was generous and appreciative, but he played only 7 songs. It was a little disappointing to have his set cut so short.
As luck would have it we found that he was headlining a Oct 14th show at Madison Wisconsin's Capitol Theater so we bought tickets a booked a hotel. What a great show!
The concert featured the new album heavily, which was to be expected. Yet, I thought the best, most energetic performances were the handful he did from his breakout album Some Mad Hope. The songs "Wedding Dress" "The Beat of Our Noisy Hearts" "Come On Get Higher" and "All We Are" were pitch perfect.
Matt is also very funny. His show is sprinkled with smart and sometimes racy humor. He could easily do stand up comedy. He had the audience (lots of young women) eating out of his hands. He is known for his comedic skills when he does acoustic sets in very small venues.
My only real disappointment was that he did not play my favorite Matt Nathanson song "Car Crash". Oh well, maybe next time. Oh yes, there will be a next time!
4 of 5 stars
CW
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