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BEIRUT IN CONCERT:
Beirut combines orchestral pop with world music to create intriguingly complex songs that are also infectiously catchy. Bandleader Zach Condon helms everything from vocals to flugelhorn to bring a uniquely diverse sonic palette into each sugary-sweet pop confection. In concert he surrounds himself with top-notch musicians, who infuse the band's indie rock sounds with eclectic folk instrumentation. By incorporating so many different influences, Beirut makes their concerts feel like a globe-trotting adventure for ticket buyers, who can’t help but sing along to familiar favorites like “Elephant Gun” and “East Harlem”.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Zach Condon was born in Albuquerque, NM in 1986 and raised predominantly in neighboring Santa Fe. Though his experience in jazz band taught him how to play trumpet and helped him gain an appreciation for complex musical expression, Condon dropped out of high school at 17. The budding prodigy was exposed to the diverse musical traditions of Europe on a soul-searching trip abroad, and he immediately began incorporating a wide range of international styles into his home recordings. Adopting the moniker Beirut, he released a collection of demos as his first full-length album Gulag Orkestar in 2006. The record became a surprise hit following the viral success of the music video “Elephant Gun”, leading Condon to put together a live band for an impromptu tour. The lineup stuck, and the group’s 2011 album The Rip Tide converted an entirely new segment of fans when the single “East Harlem” was featured on Pitchfork’s Best New Tracks. After a period of intense personal issues, Condon thrilled fans in 2015 with the announcement of Beirut’s fifth album No No No. As they continue to tour the world, Beirut seems destined to absorb the musical influences of every place they visit, incorporating each new sound into their signature chamber pop masterpieces.
Setlists
- 1.Scenic World
- 2.Gallipoli
- 3.Elephant Gun
- 4.So Many Plans
- 5.Guericke’s Unicorn
- 6.Spillhaugen
- 7.The Rip Tide
- 8.Postcards From Italy
- 9.The Shrew
- 10.Mani’s 7 Books
- 11.Tuanaki Atoll
- 12.No No No
- 13.Now I’m Gone
- 14.Regulatory
- 15.Nantes
Encore
- 16.Sappho’s Poems (w/ acrobat (“Hand Stand”))
- 17.Caspian Tiger (w/ juggler (“Jonglage”))
- 18.Villa Sacchetti (“Duo Acrobatics”)
- 19.Serbian Cocek (A Hawk and a Hacksaw cover)
- 20.Mount Wroclai (Idle Days)
Encore 2
- 21.Santa Fe
- 22.The Gulag Orkestar
- 1.Scenic World
- 2.Gallipoli
- 3.Elephant Gun
- 4.So Many Plans
- 5.Guericke’s Unicorn
- 6.Spillhaugen
- 7.The Rip Tide
- 8.Postcards From Italy
- 9.The Shrew
- 10.Mani’s 7 Books
- 11.Tuanaki Atoll
- 12.No No No
- 13.Now I’m Gone
- 14.Regulatory
- 15.Nantes
- 16.Sappho’s Poems (w/ acrobat ("Hand Stand"))
- 17.Caspian Tiger (w/ juggler ("Jonglage"))
- 18.Villa Sacchetti ("duo acrobatics")
- 19.Serbian Cocek (A Hawk and a Hacksaw cover)
- 20.Mount Wroclai (Idle Days)
Encore
- 21.Santa Fe
- 22.The Gulag Orkestar
- 1.Scenic World
- 2.Gallipoli
- 3.Elephant Gun
- 4.So Many Plans
- 5.Guericke’s Unicorn
- 6.Spillhaugen
- 7.The Rip Tide
- 8.Postcards From Italy
- 9.The Shrew
- 10.Mani’s 7 Books
- 11.Tuanaki Atoll
- 12.No No No
- 13.Now I’m Gone
- 14.Regulatory
- 15.Nantes
Encore
- 16.Sappho’s Poems (Hand Stand)
- 17.Caspian Tiger (Juggling)
- 18.Villa Sacchetti (Duo Acrobatics)
- 19.Serbian Cocek (A Hawk and a Hacksaw cover)
- 20.Mount Wroclai (Idle Days)
Encore 2
- 21.Santa Fe
- 22.The Gulag Orkestar
- 1.Scenic World
- 2.Gallipoli
- 3.Elephant Gun
- 4.So Many Plans
- 5.Guericke’s Unicorn
- 6.Spillhaugen
- 7.The Rip Tide
- 8.Postcards From Italy
- 9.The Shrew
- 10.Mani’s 7 Books
- 11.Tuanaki Atoll
- 12.No No No
- 13.Now I’m Gone
- 14.Regulatory
- 15.Nantes
Encore
- 16.Sappho’s Poems (with handbalancing performance by Elaine Briant of Kompani Giraff)
- 17.Caspian Tiger (with juggling performance by Benjamin Beaujard of Kompani Giraff)
- 18.Villa Sacchetti (with dance by Elaine Briant and Benjamin Beaujard of Kompani Giraff)
- 19.Serbian Cocek (A Hawk and a Hacksaw cover)
- 20.Mount Wroclai (Idle Days)
Encore 2
- 21.Santa Fe
- 22.The Gulag Orkestar
- 1.Scenic World
- 2.Gallipoli
- 3.Elephant Gun
- 4.So Many Plans
- 5.Guericke’s Unicorn
- 6.Spillhaugen
- 7.The Rip Tide
- 8.Postcards From Italy
- 9.The Shrew
- 10.Mani’s 7 Books
- 11.Tuanaki Atoll
- 12.No No No
- 13.Now I’m Gone
- 14.Regulatory
- 15.Nantes
Encore
- 16.Sappho’s Poems (with handbalancing performance by Elaine Briant of Kompani Giraff)
- 17.Caspian Tiger (with juggling performance by Benjamin Beaujard of Kompani Giraff)
- 18.Villa Sacchetti (with dance by Elaine Briant and Benjamin Beaujard of Kompani Giraff)
- 19.Serbian Cocek (A Hawk and a Hacksaw cover)
- 20.In the Mausoleum
Encore 2
- 21.Santa Fe
- 22.The Gulag Orkestar
- by Anonymous on 9/5/12Fox Theater - Oakland - OaklandRating: 5 out of 5
Awesome Accordion Extravaganza
by Zocalo on 9/5/12Fox Theater - Oakland - OaklandRating: 5 out of 5Beirut makes all the best magic. A great band to see live, especially at a beautiful place like the Fox.
Beautiful concert
by Cecile1984 on 9/5/12Fox Theater - Oakland - OaklandRating: 5 out of 5The band was fantastic, and the stage lights made for a great show!
Such a Great Concert!
by pippinjonesowns on 9/2/12Rumsey Playfield, Central Park - New YorkRating: 5 out of 5If you havent seen them, go see them. this is one of the best concerts I have ever been to.
- by panandsharkey on 9/2/12Rumsey Playfield, Central Park - New YorkRating: 5 out of 5
True Perfection! Beautiful night under the stars listening to the most innovative band. The brass, the accordion, drumming and Zach's voice absolutely lifted up the spirits. Loved it.
- by cgib12 on 9/2/12Rumsey Playfield, Central Park - New YorkRating: 4 out of 5
I thought the show was great. Beirut is a great live band and their music was perfect for the outdoor arena at Rumsey Playfield. I had standing-room only tickets, so the only thing I would do differently next time is get there earlier so that I could have a better view.
Very nice, I had a good time
by TG440 on 9/2/12Rumsey Playfield, Central Park - New YorkRating: 4 out of 5Good music, good sound, nice venue. Although I was standing behind a very tall man, and couldn't see Zack Condon for a big part of the show... But what can you do. It was not so bad.
The voice — the horn section — gorgeous
by QuestionTheNorm on 9/1/12Rumsey Playfield, Central Park - New YorkRating: 4 out of 5Terrific concert. Great horn section, gorgeous vocals. Definitely worth seeing.
Beirut -- awesome music, but....
by swimmergal150 on 9/1/12Rumsey Playfield, Central Park - New YorkRating: 3 out of 5The band was wonderful. But Zac Condon's voice is sounding the worse for wear. This is the second time i've seen them (out of three) where he had trouble reaching high notes or sustaining them. He's got a heavenly voice and the band is wonderful, but anyone who wasn't familiar with their albums would wonder what all the fuss is about. Zac please take care of that wonderful instrument so you can keep singing for a long time to come
Lots of Brass on the Central Park Summerstage
by DrBobintheBronx on 9/1/12Rumsey Playfield, Central Park - New YorkRating: 5 out of 5Zach Condon does not say a lot, but he seemed to be having a great time on stage, switching between guitarlele and trumpet and voice with ease. It was great to hear the band live for the first time. The sound traveled well in the perfect late-summer air at Rumsey Playfield. It really could not have been more perfect.
Beirut
by CWax on 8/31/12Rumsey Playfield, Central Park - New YorkRating: 4 out of 5Great show! Zach seemed a little tired and the crowd was WEAK, expecting more energy since its NYC but.......more energy in Arizona from my experience....The sound is a little different from what im used to since its an outdoor venue but still a great show!
- by Anonymous on 8/31/12Rumsey Playfield, Central Park - New YorkRating: 5 out of 5
One of the greatest concerts I've ever been to! Venue was great, loved being outside in Central Park, and of course the band was absolutely amazing!
This was pretty awesome!
by 5678910iloveyou on 8/31/12Rumsey Playfield, Central Park - New YorkRating: 5 out of 5Beirut was absolutely amazing live. They sounded even better than they do on the CD. They were also really engaging and pleasant people onstage. The vibe they gave off was so mellow and pleasent. It was truly incredible.
Amazing show
by Scg18 on 8/31/12Rumsey Playfield, Central Park - New YorkRating: 5 out of 5So impressive, so good! Beirut was unforgettable! I'd definitely see them here again. The venue was comfortable and the music was so so so good
Beirut is the best. That's all there is to it
by MariaStolethelions on 8/31/12Rumsey Playfield, Central Park - New YorkRating: 5 out of 5I can't even describe how fantastic. Beirut is something you new to experience. Zach Condon is a true artist
Beirut at Summer Stage, Central Park
by NYJenNY on 8/31/12Rumsey Playfield, Central Park - New YorkRating: 5 out of 5An overall excellent live show! Beirut sounded great live in this outdoor venue.
awful
by toptenworstshows on 8/31/12Rumsey Playfield, Central Park - New YorkRating: 1 out of 5I was really excited to see this show and was totally dismayed at how lifeless and dull the performance was. They could have done so much but the entire evening was flat. Not sure I'll be able to listen to the band for a while, the show was that disappointing.
Tear Jerkingly Good.
by Weeknights on 8/30/12The House of Blues - BostonRating: 5 out of 5Oh. My. Goodness. Beirut had not been in Boston in 6 years, and they definitely did not let anyone down. Everything from the energy to the lighting was perfection. They had lights strung up like Little Italy synced to the music; a very nice touch that really went well with their music. Every song was enhanced and played differently from the album. It was b-e-a-u-t-i-f-u-l. My heart swelled with every song. Hearing the brass instruments live - there are no words to describe how incredible it is. Like running into your best childhood friend who grew up and became gorgeous and famous but still remember you and are still fond of you. I had a standing seat on the third floor but it was still fantastic nevertheless and I would go again in a heartbeat.
Beirut + Orpheum Theater = Perfect
by Anonymous on 7/30/12Orpheum Theatre - VancouverRating: 5 out of 5First off, this venue is immaculate. There is not a bad seat. The acoustics were better than any place I've been to. The mixing for Beirut brought out their sound better than on record. I could not get over the ornate decorative walls and ceiling, it was very impressive. Beirut puts on a great show. I had seen them in 2008 at an outdoor festival, but this eclipsed that performance. All the performers were on point and they played an excellent set with a great mix of well known songs as well as album cuts. I cannot recommend this venue or Beirut live more!
- by Thesmigs on 7/25/12Burton Cummings Theatre - WinnipegRating: 5 out of 5
There's something to be said about hearing brass instruments live, especially when played by such talented musicians. Great energy!