Being a band of 2 musicians I didn't expected Icon for Hire to sound the same as in the recorded songs. Be it for heavy post production of their songs, common to contemporary bands especially small ones, or just because of prior disappointment with other independent bands. I kept my hopes reasonably low when I decided to go to their concert. However I must admit to be pleasantly surprised having them surpass my expectations by a long shoot.
Paying attention to what matters, they kept the stage production to a minimum, having the lighting and stage dressing compliment their act. Throughout the entire concert I had the impression of being in a selective and intimate presentation as opposed to a concert. A clear demonstration of Ariel's stage affinity, with beautiful vocals, energy and masterful stage presence she captivated the audience instantly. Recruiting the audience to participate of every song and every word.
Although I thoroughly enjoyed the concert, I must admit that the mid concert interruption in which she read a small passage from her book felt like a detraction and misplaced publicity push.
However as she remarked at the end of the concert; they are a self promoted band that does not rely on a music label to promote their endeavors and all the funding comes from merchandise, record sales and concert tickets. If such strange promotion allows for proliferation of their music, I'm OK with the little discomfort it brought me.
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