I had the interesting opportunity to go to Lydia's Farewell Show this past weekend. Mainly because I needed somewhere to go on a first date that was not a lame movie, bowling, or miniature golfing (for some reason first dates have to be cool and then you can do the "lame stuff" on later dates). Lydia was the only show that was close and appeared to be somewhat decent. I had only heard one or two songs by them before the show. Overall it was not a terrible show, but it was mediocre at best. They did sound tight and together, the vocalist had a somewhat unique voice and sung in tune, but there was nothing really special about them that stuck out. Other than the bassist somehow got fatter as the show went on. It was like he ate 3-4 burgers every time the vocalist played solo songs (which he did two or three times during the show). All four members, especially the vocalist, appeared to be obviously done and had NO desire to be there, and the show was evident of that. They just seemed to be going through the motions and trying to get to the end. The vocalist still said that the SLC crowd was the best they have had on tour (LIAR). If you are going to say something at least be sincere. They were just doing, playing, and saying everything required to keep their fan base. Overall it was a so-so show, but not worth 15 dollars for me and my whole family. If bands know they are going to break up and do not have any desire to play on the road anymore, they should just stay home.
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| Las Vegas's own Brumby |
