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AMERICAN AQUARIUM IN CONCERT:

Alt-country rockers American Aquarium have recorded eight albums in as many years, establishing themselves as one of the genre's most prolific rising acts. The quality of the band's work matches its quantity, treating listeners to a creative hybrid sound that includes bittersweet slide guitar, sparse drumming, and the gnarled vocals of frontman BJ Barham. Whether they're playing slow-burning country tracks like "Jacksonville" or charging barnburners like "Burn.Flicker.Die", American Aquarium always delivers their unforgettable sets with a passion and authenticity that leave fans wanting more.

BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:

American Aquarium formed in Raleigh, NC, in 2006, taking their name from a lyric in the Wilco song "I Am Trying to Break Your Heart". The band released their debut album Antique Hearts the same year, building a strong local following with extensive regional touring. With 2008's The Bible and the Bottle LP and accompanying tour , they expanded their fanbase beyond their home state, racking up more than 250 shows in one year. Their profile continued to rise with a prolific recording and release schedule, which saw the band average an album per year since their formation. In 2012 they achieved a critical breakthrough with their seventh studio album Burn.Flicker.Die, an ambitious effort that earned effusive praise from American Songwriter for its finely crafted material.  Seasoned performers known for their honest songwriting and slide guitar-heavy sound, American Aquarium continue to set the alt-country bar on their must-see tours.

Reviews

Rating: 5 out of 5 based on 14 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Pure Energy, great songs and music

    by Fender64 on 6/23/22Ponte Vedra Concert Hall - Ponte Vedra Beach

    The opening act (wish I could remember his name) was a hit with us. Songs about growing up in the Deep South while trying to sort out his identity as a gay man was a turn I’ve never heard before. BJ and his latest group just couldn’t be any better. Like many great showmen, his energy level is off the charts. While many performers take a needed rest, BJ just plows into the next song with as much feeling as he spent singing you the previous number. We spend a lot of time and money chasing singer/songwriters across the world, but rarely do they have the level of musicianship that his 5 band members displayed. All were excellent, but the drummer and steel player stood out. It took us a while to figure out why the sound was so perfect, and it might be the rhythm section, and BJ’s acoustic guitar.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    First time seeing this group. Great lyrics and energy.

    by Scott on 3/13/22Bijou Theatre - Knoxville

    They were awesome from beginning to end. I wasn't familiar with their music before attending but I am a huge fan now. Extremely well written songs, alternating between hauntingly sad and upbeat.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing

    by Cristy535 on 3/13/22Bijou Theatre - Knoxville

    They played all my favorite songs. The band sounded great cute theater. It was a fun experience.the energy of this band and the fun they have playing is amazing.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 4/16/12The National - Richmond

    Definitely want American Aquarium to come back to RVA