Not that we need a reason to party, but locals Eldorado just wrapped their first ‘official’ music video, and the gang is hitting the road with some other cool acts to spread the word across Western Canada. With 4 bands on the agenda, let’s get right into it.
Buffaloswans kicked it off with a little psychedelic country. The sound feels comfortably vintage, complete with rusty vocals, two lead guitars and a whole lotta depth. Great way to set the tone. Oh, and in case you’re wondering, they just spent 40 hours in the studio over the last 3 days working on the next record. I like the psycho-death march that ended the set; it just kept building and building, bigger and bigger, until someone took it home.
Shiloh Lindsey is a classic. Her voice like melted wax, her killer, almost dreamy presence demands your full attention. We heard some older tunes, and a couple from the forthcoming album ‘Western Violence and Brief Sensuality’, which will drop in the New Year. This girl is the real deal. Fans of straight-up classic country that kicks the shit outta your soul, come and get it.
It’s video time! Eldorado’s ‘Suitcase’ is the title track of their newest album, and its simple elegance and romanticism will capture you. I’m still humming it. The video, directed by Matt Leaf, is a black & white story about, well, a suitcase falling in love with a travel case. The sweet harmonies and lounge-feel of the song make it a perfect fit with the visuals. Check it out on Eldorado’s myspace – www.myspace.com/theeldorado.
Eldorado is just like the classic car: smooth, stylish and luxurious. They got the crowd revved up early on, with songs like ‘Jaded Julie’ and ‘tex mex’ showcasing the crystal-clean vocals of frontgal Angela, and the tight precision of the band. Actually, as things progressed, I thought the song ‘Honey Don’t’ really stood out for the smart lyrics & mature vocals. It was around this time that guitarist/lyricist/singerist Nenad jumped up on a couple of bar stools to rile up the crowd. Look out! The set ended just as it started, with ‘Suitcase’. I think we’ve got a genuine single, here, folks. I missed the bgv’s from the studio version, but simplicity is beauty in some cases.
To close things off, Joseph Blood stepped up to knock us out with a 7-piece band. I’d say this guy is well known locally for his guitar work, but as he showed on this night, also possesses immense vocal talent and a bounty of genuine songs. ‘I Miss Smoking Cigarettes’ was my favourite, and got everybody stompin’ and boppin’. Between songs, I detected a little bit of Mitch Hedberg-esque humour, or maybe it was Joseph channeling The Boss. Ahh what the hell, why not bust out ‘Born to Run’ and call it a night? I liked Blood’s original material yes, but when you bring The Boss, you bring the party. Joseph Blood, you’re onto something here.
Now, I just know the folks around the country will appreciate this travelling musical lineup. Eldorado, Shiloh Lindsey and Joseph Blood are all touring together for a spell, and we all know great things happen on the road. If I could just hitch a ride in one of those Cadillac’s, I’d be all set. Seems like the only way to travel.
By Nathan Stafford
Submitted to The Skinny Magazine
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