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THE THERMALS IN CONCERT:
Indie rockers The Thermals mix punk fury with literate wit to create edgy, attitude-filled tunes that pack a serious punch. At the band’s shows frontman Hutch Harris hammers outs power chords and kicks each song into overdrive with his kinetic stage presence, live-wire vocals, and angst-driven lyrics. Meanwhile, the rhythm section pushes the tempos into the red with frenetic drum fills and careening basslines that always get ticket buyers riled up. As The Thermals hit fans with an unrelenting string of highlights like “You Will Be Free”, “The Sunset”, and “Pillar of Salt”, audiences are sure to walk away completely floored by the rapid-fire and passionate burst of energy they’ve just witnessed.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Guitarist/vocalist Hutch Harris met bassist and musical kindred spirit Kathy Foster after graduating from high school in San Jose in 1993. Together, the two played in bands like Haelah, Hutch & Kathy, and Urban Legends before relocating to Portland, OR in 1998. After settling in to the City of Roses they started The Thermals in 2002, releasing their self-recorded debut More Parts per Million the following year. Death Cab for Cutie and Postal Service frontman Ben Gibbard championed the album and presented it to the folks at Sub Pop Records, who inked The Thermals to a three-record deal less than six-months after the band’s formation. The Thermals’ 2006 album The Body, The Blood, The Machine garnered praise from outlets like NPR, Pitchfork, and AV Club, helping the band set out on their first headlining tour. The Thermals haven’t looked back since, continuing to deliver high-octane performances and infectious records—including 2016’s We Disappear—to fans everywhere.
This band has a fantastic stage presence - every member played/sang their heart out. Great addition of Jessica of Summer Cannibals (also great) on guitar. Played a good mix of old and new, revved the crowd up with great energy. Loved it!
It was a super high energy show, starting with the Summer Cannibals kicking ass then continuing to hit all the highs of the latest and best Thermals material to date. Awesome show, would go see them again any time.
I was already a fan but their gig at the Bowery solidified it for me. They did it loud and gritty. Crowd surfing and moshing aplenty. The two opening acts also rocked the house. Definitely recommend.
It was a good show. The band was great and the crowd and venue were pretty good too. This was my first time at the Sinclair, and second time seeing the Thermals. They played a good combination of old and new songs.
Been wanting to see the Screaming Females for a long time, and they did not disappoint. Marissa Paternoster is a tiny guitar goddess, who brings to performance every bit of the grit and intensity you hear in their albums. I wasn't familiar with Black Wine, but I was pleasantly surprised by how good they were, particularly drummer/vocalist Miranda Taylor. Of course the Thermals were great. The venue is good, clean, standing room, but with a little balcony up top with tables and chairs for anyone who wants a good view sans moshing.
Damn, this concert was great. All 3 acts were amazing, and really pumped up the crowd, not to mention they all played very well. I would definatley go back here soon.
I don't think I have been to a venue as well thought out as The Sinclair. To top it off this show was amazing. The Thermals are a band that translate so well live. I have no idea how they are able to play that hard for an hour straight without stopping. Pretty & Nice was also a pleasant surprise and a good start to the show.
Seen them a bunch of times in NY and Philly. Always put on an incredible show. Go check them out with Matt & Kim this summer. They will be incredible shows!
I have seen The Thermals at least 15 times now and will definitely see them MANY more times! They are always amazing! If you have never seen The Thermals I recommend you see them! Just an awesome band live! This was my first time to El Ray and I loved the venue. I will definitely go back to the EL Ray
