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Bon Iver is currently touring Australia as part of the Sydney Festival, he was one of the most talked and blogged about artists of 2008.
I was lucky enough to see him last night at the Sydney Recital Hall, and it was truly one of the most expansive and epic gigs I’ve been too. It sounded ethereal due to the location and his stunning voice (it sounds unlike anything you’ve heard before). Swirling synths, blasts of white noise, fragile melodies, intricate rhythms and genuine heartfelt lyrics.
The highlight was when he walked right to the front of the stage, no mic and just sang this beautiful melody (you could honestly ear a pin drop.) and as if by magic everyone started singing it back to him – no amps, no band, just him and the crowd, in this amazing Sydney Recital Hall.
I think he was truly touched by the response he got and as you left that gig, I think everyone really felt like they had just witness something special, a gig which years into the future people will still reference.
If you’re not familiar with the band, watch this exclusive MySpace Transmission’s performance, it features live tracks, interviews and live performances – everything you need to get acquainted with one of the most talented artists in 2009.
Alex
