The El Rey Theater - November 24, 1998
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Things that I did not see at the Duncan Sheik show: 1. Mosh Pit 2. Stage Divers 3. People with pierced uvulas. Ok, so that last one I'm just assuming, but I can almost 100% guarantee you that I'm correct. Besides, people that like to slam dance, stage dive and drive sharpened pieces of metal through various parts of their anatomy probably wouldn't vibe well at a Duncan Sheik show. Duncan's crowd is the type to sit down, watch, listen, applaud enthusiastically but politely… and they probably brought a good book with them to read in between bands. Some of you reading this may think that I'm stereotyping people, do me a favor and get a life. I don't get paid to write this stuff and I'm just trying to make you laugh. Anyway…about the show. The set was made up of a healthy selection from both Duncan's debut, self-titled LP and the newer Humming. Also included was his contribution to the Great Expectations soundtrack. A major oversight in the setlist was an absence of Everyone, Everywhere from the Humming album which is by far one of Duncan's most beautiful songs. I can't complain though. The sound was amazing and his band was topnotch. The highlight of the show was an incredibly potent version of Varied Degrees of Con-Artistry which included the string section from the CD provided via computer wizardry. Let's also mention that Duncan's voice is amazing. This is not a guy that sounds amazing on record and then like complete shit when you see the live show. This boy can sing and it's a treat to experience his voice up close and personal. I would like to conclude this review with a warning. A Duncan Sheik show is NOT an adrenaline rush…unless you are a fan of his music or of similar artists. Children of the Korn need not apply. All others, watch his website for a return appearance and I will see you there. |
Review By:
-Steve Wilson
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