Put in their place, and the rest had a good laugh followed by cheers for the refereeing being done on stage. Shortly after the band pulled out their new title track, Simple Math. Somewhat reluctantly, as it appeared they have started to get a little tired of playing it night in, night out. They still gave it everything once it got going, knowing that’s part of the game when touring on the back of a new album. There was a good mix of material from earlier works though. Always better than coming out and just playing the new stuff front to back.
The Mod Club was packed by 8:30. Very uncharacteristic. Not because the Mod Club doesn’t sell out shows, but because it was a Monday night. O’Brother surprised by coming out and being in the early spot. Followed on by Aussie duo, An Horse performing their last gig with this tour. Both bands put on great sets attributing, at least some, of their energy to the exuberant crowd.
By 10:30 the Mod was heaving, and it swelled as Manchester Orchestra came to the hardwood stage. We were all graced with a rendition of the Canadian National Anthem, started solely by front man Andy Hull (back up vocals by the crowd). That seemed to set the mood for a show that saw plenty more singing along. There was one awkward moment, at least for a few. During a quieter point the lyrics turned into a bit of improv to let a small group of over excited youth know that “This isn’t warped tour…..stop f*cking moshing”
The Mod Club was packed by 8:30. Very uncharacteristic. Not because the Mod Club doesn’t sell out shows, but because it was a Monday night. O’Brother surprised by coming out and being in the early spot. Followed on by Aussie duo, An Horse performing their last gig with this tour. Both bands put on great sets attributing, at least some, of their energy to the exuberant crowd.
By 10:30 the Mod was heaving, and it swelled as Manchester Orchestra came to the hardwood stage. We were all graced with a rendition of the Canadian National Anthem, started solely by front man Andy Hull (back up vocals by the crowd). That seemed to set the mood for a show that saw plenty more singing along. There was one awkward moment, at least for a few. During a quieter point the lyrics turned into a bit of improv to let a small group of over excited youth know that “This isn’t warped tour…..stop f*cking moshing”
The Mod Club was packed by 8:30. Very uncharacteristic. Not because the Mod Club doesn’t sell out shows, but because it was a Monday night. O’Brother surprised by coming out and being in the early spot. Followed on by Aussie duo, An Horse performing their last gig with this tour. Both bands put on great sets attributing, at least some, of their energy to the exuberant crowd.
By 10:30 the Mod was heaving, and it swelled as Manchester Orchestra came to the hardwood stage. We were all graced with a rendition of the Canadian National Anthem, started solely by front man Andy Hull (back up vocals by the crowd). That seemed to set the mood for a show that saw plenty more singing along. There was one awkward moment, at least for a few. During a quieter point the lyrics turned into a bit of improv to let a small group of over excited youth know that “This isn’t warped tour…..stop f*cking moshing”
The Mod Club was packed by 8:30. Very uncharacteristic. Not because the Mod Club doesn’t sell out shows, but because it was a Monday night. O’Brother surprised by coming out and being in the early spot. Followed on by Aussie duo, An Horse performing their last gig with this tour. Both bands put on great sets attributing, at least some, of their energy to the exuberant crowd.
By 10:30 the Mod was heaving, and it swelled as Manchester Orchestra came to the hardwood stage. We were all graced with a rendition of the Canadian National Anthem, started solely by front man Andy Hull (back up vocals by the crowd). That seemed to set the mood for a show that saw plenty more singing along. There was one awkward moment, at least for a few. During a quieter point the lyrics turned into a bit of improv to let a small group of over excited youth know that “This isn’t warped tour…..stop f*cking moshing”
Sean Chin
Chief Editor & Founder of Live in Limbo. Host & Producer of the Capsule Podcast. Sean is an award-winning photographer and Nikon Professional Services member. His work has appeared on the CBC, Pitchfork, and MUCH. He is an Academy Delegate at the JUNOs (CARAS) and has been involved in the Toronto music scene since 2005. He is also an endurance and CrossFit athlete. You should follow him on Twitter @SeanChin.