XX

The XX
Guests: John Talabot
Vogue Theatre
October 5th, 2012

I last saw The XX at Zulu records several years ago.
Their fame from then on grew quickly and they began to sell out shows.

The band, despite their assumed small sound had a great and memorable stage presence.
I remember them as timid and shy. They showed none of these attributes at the live show at the Vogue Theatre.
I loved their aesthetic. Romy, Oliver and Jaime were all clad in black and in stark contrast to their white stage design. Jaime's percussive collection grew three sizes since and their sound has evolved.
With their newest album 'Coexist' they managed to keep their signature lull and mysterious sounds.
They opened with Angels and throughout the set the audience met them with enthusiasm.

Oliver swayed and swooned the audience with his deep vocals and this bass lines.
Romy stares intensely out into the audience as if she is searching for something or someone.
Jaime is focused and with his head down he beats out the heart of the band. With his drums and his kicks. 
Romy, Oliver and Jaime together create a cohesive and engaging sound that invites the listeners into their hearts and their souls.

They put on an inspiring show.

XX - Live at KEXP