It's Sia
by cwick1 on 2/1/18Frank Erwin Center - AustinI read the reviews and I suppose there is some merit, but nothing that should be unexpected. Sia never claims nor gives any indication she is going to unveil her face, not stand there, or actively interact with the crowds. this is the mystique that is compelling as well as frustrating. She is undoubtedly one of the most talented musicians in our generation. Writes her own songs, powerful voice, and dramatic artistic concepts. She is a remarkable mentor and her songs are pure with tattered emotional struggle and triumph. No one should be surprised seeing her at a concert still veiled, standing quite still and with little pomp and circumstance. the visual drama comes from her dancers and props. frankly, I would do just about anything to get to meet her and do wish she'd randomly toss the wig and talk to the audience, but this is Sia. Her way. isn't it quite a testament that people flock to this artist because of her voice? the mystery just makes us more curious and wanting more. this same sort of thing happened back in the 70's with artists that wore face paints and outlandish costumes.......recall Kiss? we were frantic when they were finally revealed from underneath the façade. but Kiss not only sang well, they performed with so much drama and over-the-top stunts. Sia is simplistic and beautifully so. I will take it any way she wants, at anytime. To see her live and be so near such musical greatness.........indescribable.