Camera Obscura... Nothing Could Harshen This Mellow

It seems summer in Boston is coming to its end and, even though it got here pretty late, I think its legit to say we were blessed with great shows this season.

In a mild attempt to catch up with the many happenings of this short hot summer, i'll start with Camera Obscura.

Boston received the Scottish band on June 25th.  The setting was quite appropriate: good old Somerville Theater at the center of Davis Square.  This venue complemented the band's music with its small stage and vintage interiors, giving off a quasi-nostalgic vibe.

The band covered many of their fans favs including, "Lloyd, I'm Ready To Be Heartbroken", "Swans" and "If Looks Could Kill", although "French Navy" was perhaps the highlight of the night, as it broke the ice and brought the crowds to a dancing frenzy.

My personal favorite? "Razzle Dazzle Rose".  I was especially delighted to listen to the final orchestral bridge - no gimmicks, just them.  Pure bliss...

Tracyanne's voice was sweet and delicate and always in tune... The title of their latest album, My Maudlin Career, seems to describe the after taste of their show pretty accurately. It's hard to translate this experience into words, but I'd say I left the theater overemotional, feeling gleeful and slightly light-headed, like a broken hearted 15-year old girl, but ever so in love with love.

Please, don't miss this Glasgow band live, should you get the chance...

CAMERA OBSCURA

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