BOS-BTE
by FlagrantVios on 9/23/12The Fonda Theatre - HollywoodBand of Skulls - Better Than Ever! This is the third time I've seen them live; at the Bootleg in LA, the Fillmore in San Francisco, and now the Fonda in LA. The Fonda is the best place so far. A very nice venue. We spent the whole time on the floor up front, but it has a great rooftop hangout, and a nice balcony with seating. Open band was young and had some technical difficulties, but very promising in any event - IO Echo, I believe. Another unannounced band did a short set next - it wasn't short enough for me, did not enjoy that at all. 4 out of 5 star rating just for forcing me to listen to them. Finally got my BOS fix, though, and worth all inconvenience! These guys are just the right mix of raw power and actual musical talent. They do every song with intensity and purpose. Every inventive word and note comes across with purpose and artistic flare. Even more, I think I actually LIKE these people. Seem the very down-to-earth type. Their music is as good as ever, and stage presence is improving every time I see them. BOS has just struck a chord I can't actually put my finger on. All I know is I'm a lifetime fan. I hope the best for them, but am honestly regretting the day I have to go to Staples Center rather than The Fonda to enjoy their work. Great band, great music, great venue - great times!