I know this is a little old, but up until now I've not had an outlet to share my gig experiences with anyone. This gig was something special and therefore I feel it deserves a review, even if it's a little belated....
The best gigs are intimate gigs. And when the artist you’ve paid to see cuts her finger and politely asks for a plaster from the audience - you know you’re at something special.
Born in Australia, but having moved to LA two years ago, Lenka’s Australian twang remains unmissable. She hit the chart earlier this year with the catchy The Show, but chose to open with her new release Trouble is a Friend. The Barfly in Camden was a venue perfectly suited to Lenka’s voice. Echoing around the audience of less than 200, her subtle tones managed to send shivers down several spines.
Along with her album tracks, plus a few newbies, Lenka and her band performed a cover of a song by The Zombies – A band adored by Lenka so much that she has even considered becoming a tribute act for them.
An awesome group harmony kicked off Skipalong, whilst the gig ended with We Will Not Grow Old. Written about the desire to remain a child forever, Lenka’s youthful presence on stage suggests this is a motto by which she has chosen to live her life.
After the show, Lenka and her band – a mix of Aussies and Americans – were happy to hang around posing for photos and having drinks with their fans. A great evening was had by all, with nobody left wanting their money back.
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