The Blind Boys of Alabama
melophobe saw The Blind Boys of Alabama three times between February 2009 and July 2010, in Seattle and New York.
- 3 concert reviews with 61 photos of the band
- 1 fifty-word review of Down in New Orleans
Every show, in order
February 20, 2009
The Blind Boys of Alabama and Judith Owen
The Moore Theatre, Seattle, WA
Words by Stephanie Guerrero, photos by Nicole Kristek
July 12, 2010
The Blind Boys of Alabama, Jim James and Yo La Tengo
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, New York, NY
Words by Ben Piper, photos by Michael Weintrob
July 16, 2010
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, New York, NY
Words by Ben Piper, photos by Chris Barth
Fifty-word review
Aw, Lordy. These fine old fellows make you want to join a chuch where you can get up, stamp your feet, and clap your hands for joy. Swinging horns, striding keys, uplifting themes, and some funky, way-passionate vocals. Pull it all together with some sweet, sweet harmony.