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by Wbrimley on 3/15/23The Charleston Music Hall - CharlestonOne of the most talent bands of all time. Highly recommend.
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They Might Be Giants on Tour
They Might Be Giants have been playing together since 1982 — and writing their playful, witty songs as a duo even longer — so the band's onstage chemistry isn't in question. Hearing the Johns (John Flansburgh and John Linnell) banter between songs is a treat in and of itself, but the real spectacle is witnessing their mind meld as they pull lyrically and musically knotty cuts from their catalog of a few dozen albums, EPs and compilations. Although the Johns started out as a pair backed by drum machine and prerecorded cassette, they've been a band since the '90s and are currently backed by longtime members Dan Miller on guitar, Danny Weinkauf on bass and Marty Beller on drums. They're just as likely to go into a stormy Middle Eastern inspired rock-out during their famous version of "Istanbul (Not Constantinople)," as to strip back to acoustic guitar (Flansburgh) and baritone sax (Linnell) for the morbid fan favorite "Older." And with a large oeuvre including kids' songs (they won a Grammy for 2008's Here Come the 123s) and film and TV themes (they won another Grammy for Malcolm in the Middle's "Boss of Me"), TMBG have limitless ways to delight and surprise an audience.
They Might Be Giants in Concert
John Flansburgh and John Linnell met as teens growing up in Lincoln, Massachusetts, and began writing songs together in high school. They parted ways for college, but reunited in Brooklyn in 1981 when (somewhat by design) they moved into the same apartment building on the same day. Thus began an incredibly fruitful and truly creative career in music. As They Might Be Giants gained a local fandom for their atypical instruments and unusual subject matter — their synthy 1986 self-titled debut included songs called "(She Was A) Hotel Detective" and "Youth Culture Killed My Dog" — they also experimented with distribution methods. For years, they used local newspapers to advertise a phone number that would greet callers with new songs and fake ads. That answering machine service, dubbed Dial-A-Song, foreshadowed their pioneering use of the internet. TMBG released the first MP3-only album in 1999, and began podcasting in 2005. They also found early success in film and TV after signing with Elektra in 1989 and seeing their 1990 LP Flood go platinum thanks to their MTV-supported single "Birdhouse in Your Soul." Their cover of the Four Lads' "Istanbul (Not Constantinople)" wound up getting animated for Steven Spielberg's Tiny Toon Adventures along with "Particle Man," and they subsequently wrote or performed songs for Malcolm in the Middle, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me, Dexter's Laboratory and more. TMBG were even Tony-nominated for their work on SpongeBob SquarePants: The Broadway Musical. Beginning in 2002 with the album No!, the Johns found success writing children's music and have interspersed their regular flow of rock-oriented albums with family fare. They Might Be Giants continue to be remarkably prolific, releasing three albums in 2018 alone: I Like Fun, My Murdered Remains and The Escape Team.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Rating: 5 out of 5 Always a great show
by Christy on 3/15/23The Charleston Music Hall - CharlestonNew songs peppered into the Flood set - energetic and sounding great! I’ll never pass up the opportunity to see TMBG when they’re in town.
Rating: 5 out of 5 I had no idea what was happening but I loved it
by Gen on 3/12/23The Ritz - RaleighGreat show! Truly had no idea what was going to happen minute to minute, but I enjoyed myself. Awesome way to celebrate my birthday!
Rating: 3 out of 5 Show was great but sardines have more room
by BethF on 3/11/23The Ritz - RaleighTMBG put on a great show and I was so happy to see them again. The Ritz sold out the venue but I’m pretty sure it was oversold. The only there was space to move was the smoking patio outside and my friends left early because it was miserable inside. I’ll see TMBG again, given the opportunity but it I don’t know if I’ll go back to The Ritz.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Retro Fun
by winerykat on 12/18/229:30 CLUB - WashingtonWhat a fun show and really brought us back! The whole band sounded great. 🙌🏼
Rating: 4 out of 5 The band was fantastic, as always. Not the best crowd.
by A C K on 10/20/22The Pageant - St LouisNormally the audience at TMBG shows is the best. They're enthusiastic and respectful of each other. For this tour, the band implored the audience to wear masks. A simple request. Most of the people in the GA pit were masked, and the vast majority of people outside of it were not. Also, I had the misfortune of standing near someone who wanted to chat loudly with his friends the whole time. The band, as usual, was fantastic.
Rating: 5 out of 5 The long wait didn't disappoint
by Mark on 10/20/22The Pageant - St LouisAfter multiple rescheduled dates due to the pandemic, it took a long time to get the opportunity to go to this concert. This was my first TMBG concert, and while I have been a fan for a while, I didn't realize how good they are in person and wished I had made it to the many shows over the last 25 years that I have known of them. The venue is always a great choice for shows of this type, and despite being a sold out show, it didn't seem that there was a bad view in the house.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Best night!
by Tia on 10/19/22The Pageant - St LouisThey Might be Giants put on a show worthy of the long covid delay. Their showmanship is amazing, performances great and the band is outstanding. We’ll definitely be back again next time!
Rating: 5 out of 5 They Might be Great!
by Mieaa on 10/19/22The Pageant - St LouisI hadn't seen them for years, and then waited for covid to die down and the show to be rescheduled. Totally exceeded expectations! They played all of Flood. Not in order. And many other hits. The songs hold up! Great horn section! Everybody was singing and dancing. Lots of great energy and enthusiasm on stage and in audience. Bravo!
Rating: 5 out of 5 So good!
by Shae on 10/19/22The Pageant - St LouisProbably one of the best concerts I've ever been to!
Rating: 5 out of 5 More than i expected!
by Beardz on 10/19/22The Pageant - St LouisI knew when i bought tickets that this was meant to be a celebration of the Flood album, so I expected all of those songs plus maybe some newer unfamiliar material. I was pleasantly surprised by the greatest hits setlist and all the energetic banter. Overall perfect show!
Rating: 5 out of 5 So very musical and joyful
by Ogrebeth on 10/19/22The Pageant - St LouisI have seen TMBG many times and this show did not disappoint! It was pure joy all night long. The musicianship was stellar. The band was super tight. It’s so refreshing to see a live band actually perform everything live (a rarity nowadays). The Johns sounded amazing and the banter was good fun. The Pageant is the best venue to see a concert. Loved every minute of this show!!! Thank you!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Still smiling
by Quagmiiller on 9/28/22Bowery Ballroom - New YorkWhat an absolute pleasure to see They Might Be Giants. Such a special night in a fantastic venue. I don’t believe I’ve ever laughed so hard at a music concert. Their witty banter between songs may have been my favourite part! I’ll cherish this one forever!
Rating: 5 out of 5 AMAZING
by Deidra L on 9/6/22State Theatre - PortlandI can't say enough good things about this show. It was just amazing.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Flooded with Good Vibes
by KB Portland on 9/6/22State Theatre - PortlandThe shower was excellent in every respect. Sound was great, the venue gave a good view of the band even all the way in the back. They played their hearts out and really made sure the audience left happy that night.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Great for fans new and old
by Mainemom on 9/5/22State Theatre - PortlandThis show was so fun. John and John have such a great rapport, giving witty banter and their honest selves. No pretension, no egos, just fun. Their band is so talented and so are they!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 They Might Be Giants rock!
by AngryRaptor13 on 10/27/18Michigan Theater - Ann Arbor3 hours of excellent music! We in the audience spent most of the night on our feet, dancing & singing along. I'm so glad I got the opportunity to see & hear this awesome band live! ^_^
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 10/27/18Michigan Theater - Ann Arbor THEY are always, amazing! Their live shows keeps getting better & better!
Rating: 1 out of 5 TMBG
by JimBob135789 on 10/27/18Michigan Theater - Ann ArborSound was so loud and distorted that the lyrics of their songs were unintelligible. I guess I didn’t know this band had devolved into making ear-splitting noise for its own sake.
Rating: 3 out of 5 TMBG Rocks!
by ObiJon on 6/20/18Chameleon Club - LancasterThis concert launched TMBG's world tour this summer and it was a great show. The set was super long and the energy never failed. Intra-band conversations created an intimate atmosphere, even if the mics didn't carry half of what was said to the back of the room. My biggest problems were with concertgoers elbowing through the throng mid-song spilling beer all over the place. The venue itself (Chameleon Club) has a great layout for a club, but not the best for enjoying a band.