Peter Hook and the Light - Wonder Ballroom

Peter Hook gave a fantastic performance of the classic New Order albums "Movement" and "Power Corruption and Lies." It was wonderful to hear these songs, especially "Your Silent Face" and "Leave Me Alone."  The highlight for me was "Temptation," which was included in the encore.

Peter Hook - Wonder Ballroom

The big surprise of the show was that the band advertised as the opener, Slaves of Venus, was actually Peter Hook and the Light playing a set of Joy Division songs. I can't ever recall having seen a band serving as their own support act. The best part of the support set was hearing "Isolation" and "Dead Souls" back-to-back.

Surfer Blood/AgesandAges/Wild Ones - Star Theater

This was a Musicfest NW show.

Surfer Blood - Star Theater

Surfer Blood's music has a definite surf rock feel.  However, once the vocals kick in, I instinctively try to discern which britpop band I am listening to.  So I was surprised to learn that the band is made up of a bunch of kids from Florida.  Despite their apparent youth, they gave the crowd an energetic and practiced show.  Well done!

Joy Formidable/On An On/Lost Lander - Roseland Theater

This was a Musicfest NW show.

Joy Formidable - Roseland Theater

Once again, Joy Formidable gave us a powerful and amazing set.  I only wish that they had played for more than the hour that they were allotted.

Chvrches/xxyyxx - Roseland Theater

This was a Musicfest NW show.

Chvrches - Roseland Theater

Who knew Chvrches were so popular?  The band had not released their debut album and yet they managed to pack the Roseland.  I must admit that their popularity was well deserved.  They gave a great performance, and the new material they played was strong.