On Friday night, The Lumineers gave an energetic performance at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan for a sold out crowd. Donning suspenders and fedoras, the band played their second sold out show at The Garden as part of the The Cleopatra World Tour. Andrew Bird’s opening set displayed his talent of whistling and versatility with the violin, creating a spirited atmosphere.
Under bright blue lights, The Lumineers began with “Submarines” which elicited immediate praise with from the crowd. The Lumineers’ combinations of the cello, piano, and mandolin set the band apart while also making them relatable as they mesh together familiar instruments in entirely new ways. The Denver-based band played songs from their debut album, The Lumineers, as well as newer music from their sophomore album Cleopatra. Hits from Cleopatra such as “Ophelia”, “Angela”, and “Where Skies Are Blue” were complemented by classic favorites, most notably the songs “Ho Hey” and “Stubborn Love”.
As expected, the concert was made complete by The Lumineers’ soulful vocals, lively percussion, and haunting cello harmonies. Lead singer Wesley Schultz set an intimate tone for the show by explaining the somber meaning behind two songs. Early in the show, Wesley explained that “Gun Song” is about him discovering that his deceased father kept a pistol in his sock drawer. Toward the end of the set, the band left the stage, leaving Wesley alone where he explained that “Long Way From Home” is about him dealing with his father’s death.
About halfway during the show, the band migrated to a much smaller stage in the center of MSG. The lights dimmed and the audience illuminated the stadium with their cell phones, expanding the very personal experience. Wesley introduced “Charlie Boy” as a song that he wrote about his eldest uncle who went off to war and the aftermath that came with his absence. Despite the size of the stadium, The Lumineers ensured the crowd a personal and meaningful experience.
The band eventually returned to the main stage where Andrew Bird joined them to perform the group’s cover of “This Must Be the Place”. Wrapping up the show, The Lumineers closed with their popular anthem, “Stubborn Love”.
The Cleopatra World Tour continues until this August where the final performance will take place in Seattle, Washington. The Lumineers next head to the south. Go see them. 10/10 recommendation.
Under bright blue lights, The Lumineers began with “Submarines” which elicited immediate praise with from the crowd. The Lumineers’ combinations of the cello, piano, and mandolin set the band apart while also making them relatable as they mesh together familiar instruments in entirely new ways. The Denver-based band played songs from their debut album, The Lumineers, as well as newer music from their sophomore album Cleopatra. Hits from Cleopatra such as “Ophelia”, “Angela”, and “Where Skies Are Blue” were complemented by classic favorites, most notably the songs “Ho Hey” and “Stubborn Love”.
As expected, the concert was made complete by The Lumineers’ soulful vocals, lively percussion, and haunting cello harmonies. Lead singer Wesley Schultz set an intimate tone for the show by explaining the somber meaning behind two songs. Early in the show, Wesley explained that “Gun Song” is about him discovering that his deceased father kept a pistol in his sock drawer. Toward the end of the set, the band left the stage, leaving Wesley alone where he explained that “Long Way From Home” is about him dealing with his father’s death.
About halfway during the show, the band migrated to a much smaller stage in the center of MSG. The lights dimmed and the audience illuminated the stadium with their cell phones, expanding the very personal experience. Wesley introduced “Charlie Boy” as a song that he wrote about his eldest uncle who went off to war and the aftermath that came with his absence. Despite the size of the stadium, The Lumineers ensured the crowd a personal and meaningful experience.
The band eventually returned to the main stage where Andrew Bird joined them to perform the group’s cover of “This Must Be the Place”. Wrapping up the show, The Lumineers closed with their popular anthem, “Stubborn Love”.
The Cleopatra World Tour continues until this August where the final performance will take place in Seattle, Washington. The Lumineers next head to the south. Go see them. 10/10 recommendation.