So as some of you may know, this past Saturday we played a show at a downtown venue called Wine-Ohs with a band called Until Red. We’d never played there before, so while we had some ideas we weren’t quite sure what to expect. In the end, the show was a load of fun, and despite being a little different for us it was a great time.
We knew going in that Wine-Ohs was looking for something a little bit gentler than our usual performance, and that we’d be expecting to play for a slightly less Rock-and-Roll crowd. In appreciation of that we did pick a set list of originals and covers that wasn’t going to scare anyone off, but we still tried to deliver the energy and flare that comes with The District Heat brand. In the past, we’ve been a bit nervous about playing in front of unfamiliar crowds at strange new venues, but we’ve grown into enjoying the challenge and we were all able to relax and have a great time. We were even coaxed into showcasing a new song, Exploding Kittens, and the whole house seemed to be rocking along with us.
After we were done, Until Red got their chance on stage, and they put on an awesome show. Their Guitar-Drums-Keys three-piece and impeccable harmonies gave them a real signature sound; all three were great singers and musicians, and got their chance to shine. Each tune was easy listening that could really relax your shoulders, but they still held the audience’s ears the whole way through. Wine-Ohs was there only stop in Calgary on their Western Canada tour, but it’d be great to see them come back through here someday.
Altogether it was another great show and I can’t wait for the next one!
Stew