Greetings from the frontlines, loyal fans and friends. This is Jeff, "El Ruso," saying a very grateful thank you to everyone who came out to the shows this weekend. Once again we got the wonderful opportunity to play alongside the ever awesome Panteon Rococo, but for two incredible nights in a row.
Let me lay the scene for you: It's a Friday night, April 24th to be exact, and The House of Blues in Anaheim is bustling and packed to the hilt. Quinto Sol warms up the crowd with a fine set of groovin' reggae and latin flava. The curtains close and mild disarray leads to quick rearranging and adjusting to accomodate the large ensemble that is La Banda Skalavera. The curtains reopen to the loud roar of a rough and ready crowd. Showtime.
Let me lay the scene for you: It's a Friday night, April 24th to be exact, and The House of Blues in Anaheim is bustling and packed to the hilt. Quinto Sol warms up the crowd with a fine set of groovin' reggae and latin flava. The curtains close and mild disarray leads to quick rearranging and adjusting to accomodate the large ensemble that is La Banda Skalavera. The curtains reopen to the loud roar of a rough and ready crowd. Showtime.
A familiar kick drum beat begins thumping and section by section we enter into Sistema Perdido, all the while the crowd begins to dance and skank and off we are into a short, but sweet 30 minutes of musical mayhem. As that half hour of power comes to an end and the curtain once again comes to a close, we feel the love of the fans as they beg and plead for more. Chants of "Culeros!" resonate as they realize we aren't coming back.
Unfortunately we are unable to oblige as we must make way for the homies in 8 Calakas. The crowd is receptive of our brothers in ska and the mayhem continues for them. Then the pinnacle of the evening comes in the arrival of the highly anticipated Panteon Rococo. Alcohol is consumed, sweat beads off the never dormant throng of dancing fans, and a great vibe fills the concert venue.
Ah, but all good things must unfortunately come to an end. Thankfully for Panteon, Quinto Sol and ourselves we looked forward to another night together and hoped it would be as energetic and successful as this.
Saturday, April 25th comes to be our time to open the show. This is only our second time playing at The House of Blues in San Diego, so for us this becomes an opportunity to reach out to new potential fans.
As the curtains open we aren't met by a large crowd, unfortunately, but as soon as that same familiar thump thump thumping of the kick drum begins, all eyes are on us. Those who are in the audience gather at the front of the stage and start to feel our energy pouring off into them. As more people come into the venue, they are met with a powerful sound and electric atmosphere. The set comes to an end and we are rewarded with a bevy of applause. I can only imagine how much more enthusiastic the crowd would have been had we played a little later, but our time will come in San Diego. Soon and very soon....
The rest of the evening for most of the band (except those poor unfortunate baby rhinos) lavishly flowed with alcohol, as well as meet and greets with new fans impressed by our show.
On behalf of the entire band I want to once again thank everyone who came out to see us, whether you be a loyal fan, old friend, new friend, new fan, family member, etc. We always appreciate your continued support and know that we would not be where we are without you all. The journey continues for us and we hope to retain that support in exchange for great, meaningful, entertaining music to share with the world.
Unfortunately we are unable to oblige as we must make way for the homies in 8 Calakas. The crowd is receptive of our brothers in ska and the mayhem continues for them. Then the pinnacle of the evening comes in the arrival of the highly anticipated Panteon Rococo. Alcohol is consumed, sweat beads off the never dormant throng of dancing fans, and a great vibe fills the concert venue.
Ah, but all good things must unfortunately come to an end. Thankfully for Panteon, Quinto Sol and ourselves we looked forward to another night together and hoped it would be as energetic and successful as this.
Saturday, April 25th comes to be our time to open the show. This is only our second time playing at The House of Blues in San Diego, so for us this becomes an opportunity to reach out to new potential fans.
As the curtains open we aren't met by a large crowd, unfortunately, but as soon as that same familiar thump thump thumping of the kick drum begins, all eyes are on us. Those who are in the audience gather at the front of the stage and start to feel our energy pouring off into them. As more people come into the venue, they are met with a powerful sound and electric atmosphere. The set comes to an end and we are rewarded with a bevy of applause. I can only imagine how much more enthusiastic the crowd would have been had we played a little later, but our time will come in San Diego. Soon and very soon....
The rest of the evening for most of the band (except those poor unfortunate baby rhinos) lavishly flowed with alcohol, as well as meet and greets with new fans impressed by our show.
On behalf of the entire band I want to once again thank everyone who came out to see us, whether you be a loyal fan, old friend, new friend, new fan, family member, etc. We always appreciate your continued support and know that we would not be where we are without you all. The journey continues for us and we hope to retain that support in exchange for great, meaningful, entertaining music to share with the world.
I must definitely say that I too wished you would have played later and let one of the other bands open up! This was the first time I have heard you guys play but I am now a FAN!! Loved the music and the vibe!!!Y todos tan guapos tambien!!!!!!! Hope you guys come back to San Diego soon as I for sure will be there to support you guys!!!!!!11
ReplyDeleteI'm a new fan from San Diego. You guys were great and I hope to you guys again soon.
ReplyDeleteAwww....I missed your set. :/
ReplyDeleteBut the play by play paints a good picture. :D
Suggestion: Send your album to Amoeba!
I've been trying to get it for ages!
And it didn't help that your guys weren't selling your merch on Friday! :/