Day 1
With five stages rotating through a dynamic roster of musical talent -- many of whom have hit records and large followings -- Outside Lands was remarkably full of surprises. Several times on Day 1, Glen and I stumbled into a stage where an unheralded band bent old musical rules to make something new and good. Really new. Really good.
Loop!Station
The Dodos
Autolux
(no picture, dammit)
Every band exceeded expectations, but of the major acts, Sliversun Pickups kicked the most ass. And mainly it was the singer, whose infectious good humor and strong vocals -- not to mention his serious guitar chops -- kept the swollen crowd loud and moving.
What else can you say about a festival where Tom Jones -- yes, THAT Tom Jones -- and Q-Tip can find robust crowds who know all the words.
