My first concert: Arcade Fire with Handsome Furs
This show probably would have been even that more amazing if I went with someone else, Kevin didn’t want to put up the big bucks. It also would have been much better with better seats since I had an obstructed view and I could only see 75% of the band on a few occasions.
The Handsome Furs came out to a small crowd and I was a bit disappointed because according to YouAintNoPicasso via Pitchfork, it was supposed be Wolf Parade and I really started to dig the song “I’ll believe in anything” (listen below). The Handsome Furs are a side project of Wolf Parade and they weren’t a bad duo with their synthesizer.
The crowd was packed when it was time for the Arcade Fire to get on the stage. Almost the whole crowd was standing the whole time, clapping, singing along and cheering. The atmosphere was great as it looked like two times the Arcade Fire was going to leave and the applause lasted for so long that they came back twice for two encores.
The lighting was superb, they have these light poles that was in synchronized with the beat of each song. The interpretive dancing by Regine was very sexy and just the fact that each member switched to a different instrument for a new song was impressive. It was a great first show and I’m no longer a concert virgin! My ears are still recovering, my hands and legs were sore from clapping and standing for so long!!
“I’ll Believe in Anything” by Wolf Parade (Link)
One of my favourite Arcade Fire songs “Cars and Telephones” (Link)
I like the arcade fire too. they made decent songs. I hope you enjoyed yourself.
I have seen the concert of the century in 1994 when Pink floyd came to the Olympic stadium. It was absolutely amazing. I barely knew Pink Floyd at that moment but it made me realize how great they are.
If they ever go on another tour and go thru toronto I strongly suggest you buy a ticket. Even if you don’t like their music, the visual effects are absolutely amazing.