The band is as tight as a sailor’s knot with a very charming stage presence while they engaged with the audience in banter. Almost every person in the place was on their feet and bouncing around. Voxhaul Broadcast is comparative to the old school 70’s progressive jam bands with a definite surf rock vibe. It’s clear that they are influenced by the music of The Doors and The Beach Boys. A layer of soul floats on top of Voxhaul Broadcast like whipped cream on a sundae.
The Robotanists closed the set out with a more melodic style reminiscent of Radiohead with a female singer. A little electro pop synth mixed in underneath lead vocals of the sun kissed bleached blonde Sara E. Deblanke. Drawing the audience in like kittens to a saucer of milk. The mike stand covered with a strand of sparkling star shaped Christmas lights that danced to the beat of every song.
At Bardot it feels almost like the band is playing a private show in your living room. Crimson walls surround the lush vintage style couches and armchairs scattered throughout. As soon as you make your way up the staircase to the club that sits atop Avalon, you are transcended to another place in time. Chris Douridas (kcrw), MFG, and Valida present School Night every Monday at Bardot and it’s free if you RSVP at www.itsaschoolnight.com.
