Since the release of Sigur Ros’s breakthrough LP, Agaetis Byrjun, I’ve attended over a dozen gigs by the Icelandic quartet. Without fail, each & every one of those performances has left me in a state of absolute awe. Two months ago, Jonsi unveiled his gorgeous debut solo album, Go. Unsurprisingly, I was totally enamored with the nine track opus upon initial listen. Last night, Jon Thor Birgisson brought Go to New York City. Alongside a stunning backdrop (including but not limited to a slew of nature themed animations & panels of shredded glass), Jonsi’s vocals induced shivers all evening long. All 3000+ attendees were in the palms of his hands. In fact, I’ve never witnessed a more respectful crowd at the massive Hell’s Kitchen space. A truly sensational engagement from start to finish. Official TMS Rating: 10/10. Jonsi recently dropped by California’s KCRW. Be certain to follow Jonsi on Twitter.
More photos, the setlist & a Jonsi selection AFTER THE JUMP…
(Setlist) Stars In Still Water. Hengilas. Icicle Sleeves. Kolnidur. Tornado. Saint Naive. Sinking Friendships. Go Do. Boy Lilikoi. K12. New Piano Song. Around Us. (Encore) Animal Arithmetic. Grow Till Tall.
I went to the concert at the House of Blues in Boston a few nights before–it was a great show. I could watch Jonsi and Sigur Ros perform over and over forever.
now i’m sad i’m missing the show at t5 tonight… bah!
I went to tonight, and wow also 10/10!
Easily one of the best shows I’ve ever seen. Simply breathtaking.
Terminal 5 is a dump. WORST VENUE IVE EVER BEEN TO. complete waste of money. I walked out after 2 songs cause you cant see anything regardless of how tall you are.
‘Grow Till Tall’, can you think of a better song to end the show with?
[...] 3000+ attendees were in the palms of his hands,” wrote The Music Slut after the show. “I’ve never witnessed a more respectful crowd at the massive Hell’s [...]
Brian, dude… walked out after two songs? You must be one angry midget. The show was awesome. Even my GF could see fine.