Small concert venues rock. Small concert venues with dynamic performers who make you feel like you are at a big family party rock a lot. Case in point: last Saturday's Gaelic Storm concert at Threadgill's in Austin, TX.
If you think you're unfamiliar with Gaelic Storm, think again. Remember Titanic? Remember the rowdy party in steerage with the jig-able music? The fictional steerage band in Titanic was played by real band Gaelic Storm, and the band's live concert had a remarkably similar vibe to that cinematic party. Their music is a mix of classic Irish and orignal pieces, with a heavy emphasis on drinking songs. The Austin concert featured dancing and drinking and the crowd was small enough (while still filling the space) to make it feel like a backyard party.
I'd never been to Threadgill's before. It is a restaurant with an outdoor concert space which really is no bigger than a good sized backyard. Josh and I ate in the restaurant before the show. The stuffed jalapeños, black and blue Caesar salad, and blueberry cheesecake were all excellent. The chicken fried steak was ok, but if you are looking to sample an excellent example of this Texas classic, I recommend The Gristmill in Gruene.
I think I will probably go to Threadgills again. I know I will go to a Gaelic Storm concert again - at the earliest available opportunity. If you like good music and a good party, so will you.
If you think you're unfamiliar with Gaelic Storm, think again. Remember Titanic? Remember the rowdy party in steerage with the jig-able music? The fictional steerage band in Titanic was played by real band Gaelic Storm, and the band's live concert had a remarkably similar vibe to that cinematic party. Their music is a mix of classic Irish and orignal pieces, with a heavy emphasis on drinking songs. The Austin concert featured dancing and drinking and the crowd was small enough (while still filling the space) to make it feel like a backyard party.
I'd never been to Threadgill's before. It is a restaurant with an outdoor concert space which really is no bigger than a good sized backyard. Josh and I ate in the restaurant before the show. The stuffed jalapeños, black and blue Caesar salad, and blueberry cheesecake were all excellent. The chicken fried steak was ok, but if you are looking to sample an excellent example of this Texas classic, I recommend The Gristmill in Gruene.
I think I will probably go to Threadgills again. I know I will go to a Gaelic Storm concert again - at the earliest available opportunity. If you like good music and a good party, so will you.
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