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POKEY LAFARGE IN CONCERT:

From his days as a nomadic busker to his current status as one of old-time music’s most respected guardians, roots revivalist Pokey LaFarge has remained a soulful and authentic live performer. LaFarge’s bluesy sound combines Americana, Western swing, Appalachian folk, and more, and his knowledge of and respect for these historic genres are on full display at his toe-tapping live shows. His swinging sets evoke the sounds of yesteryear with throwback instruments like kazoo, washboard, and lap steel guitar, treating fans to an unforgettable concert experience that’s the next best thing to a riverboat trip down the Mississippi.

BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:

Pokey LaFarge, aka Andrew Heissler, was born in Bloomington, IL, where he earned the nickname “Pokey” from his mother who would frequently implore him to hurry. He inherited both his love of American history and his penchant for fingerpicking instruments from his grandfathers, one of whom gave him his first banjo and guitar. After discovering the blues in his teens, he traded in his banjo for a mandolin and hitchhiked across the country to the West Coast. There, he released two solo albums as Pokey LaFarge in the late ‘00s before forming a band and releasing 2010’s Riverboat Soul. The album was a critical hit, earning an Independent Music Award for Best Americana Album and drawing the group out for extensive touring. Their next album, 2011’s Middle of Everywhere, won the same award the following year, cementing LaFarge’s place as one of Americana’s most promising young talents. Since then the group has toured with Jack White, released a 2013 self-titled album, and wowed ticket buyers with their period-perfect sound at major festivals around the world.

Reviews

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 based on 36 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Pokey LaFarge is a must-see live artist!

    by Mjdoherty101 on 1/2/17Delmar Hall - Saint Louis

    Pokey LaFarge has it all as a performing artist - the charisma, the natural talent and his band! On December 30th Pokey and his band showcased all of this st their first Delmar Hall set. I'd like to point something out, and that is the technical difficulties which Pokey faced midway through his set. One of his guitars had an error with its pickups causing a great distortion within it's sound. At first I had thought this error was truly a guitar pedal, reminiscent of Jack White's distortion. Pokey overcame this obstacle and went on to play a fantastic concert! Why am I pointing this out? Because I've gone to over 200 concerts in my time and I would rather see someone experience a malfunction than play a flawless set. > THIS IS LIVE MUSIC! No pre-recorded samples/audio! Everyone up there is working together to unify a beautiful performance! Whether it's Joey Glynn and Adam Hoskins throwing solos back at eachother or Ryan Koenig shining bright with his harmonica or banjo solos... these guys are brilliant and work hard at achieving their sound! Do not miss a Pokey LaFarge show! They are unique and always special.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Jack & Pokey

    by Roboman12 on 1/2/17Delmar Hall - Saint Louis

    Excellent singers, performers and song writers! The show was really incredible and the crowd got into it.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    by jjpokey516 on 5/2/16The Fillmore - San Francisco

    awesome show- totally different vibe from his previous visit to the bay

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Pokey is the man!

    by Ljordan on 4/6/16Music Hall of Williamsburg - Brooklyn

    He's a phenomenal performer!! I love his music and his show measured up!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Pokey Lafarge at Williamsburg Music Hall

    by Damdp88 on 4/6/16Music Hall of Williamsburg - Brooklyn

    The show was phenomenal and the venue is great. Hope to be back soon.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Pokey LaFarge, Boston

    by kgnc on 4/6/16Royale Boston - Boston

    What you hear isn't what you see... This isn't some "Americana" band, (folkie-urban). This is a St. Louis blast! Pokey does it all with aplomb. From jump blues to Mex-American... Don't miss this band, and a band it is. Great guitar work, great percussion, great bass back-up, great vocals. Plus, the Southside Three fills in the gaps with their own, too short, set.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Pokey LaFarge is anything but pokey - what a show!

    by gbags on 4/5/16Royale Boston - Boston

    This is my 3rd time seeing Pokey LaFarge and the Southside 3, now + 2 more with the addition of a horn section. Gets your feet moving and there's no way you can't smile through the whole event. Very much recommend catching this group if they come to a town near you!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    110% from Pokey

    by shmeg8 on 4/5/16Royale Boston - Boston

    you always get a high energy performance from Pokey. If you like that "old timey" music this band is for you! One of the best acts out there!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Awesome show, fun fun fun!

    by RachelXS on 4/5/16Royale Boston - Boston

    This was the most fun I've had at a live show in a very very long time. I can't wait to see him live again, and the band was also amazing.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Pokey Pageant

    by Pokeyfan1 on 1/3/16The Pageant - St Louis

    The show opened with the River Kittens, Hooten Hallers, the one and only Pokey LaFarge and a two hour set to take us full swing nto the new year

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    New Year's Eve and Pokey

    by jojk on 1/3/16The Pageant - St Louis

    The evening was great!! All three of the groups were fun and just a little different. (Would love to hear the River Kittens again some where). Pokey did a great job reminding the crowd of the other groups. He even went so far as to invite them on stage at the end and allowed the Sax player from the The Hooten Hollers to play along with his band. Bonus was when the Loot Rock Band came out at the end. :-) Pokey is such a great showman and has never disappointed at any venue where we have seen him.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    by ThatOneChickfromSomething on 7/14/14Birchmere - Alexandria

    Pokey is amazing. Not a single flaw in the performance!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Pokey and the Band

    by DrTutu on 7/13/14Birchmere - Alexandria

    Lots of fun/uplifting. However, please let the back row come forward more. They were great at improv, esp. Chloe and TJ, but could hardly see and hear her.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 7/12/14Bowery Ballroom - New York

    GREAT SHOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Mish

    by Anonymous on 7/12/14Bowery Ballroom - New York

    Pokey la farge was incredible as always. Great support act too.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Pokey was AWESOME!!

    by Mikefrompediatrics on 9/16/13Deluxe at Old National Centre - Indianapolis

    This band blends country, blues, rock and other Americana influences into their own unique, soulful sound. Incredible energy, songwriting and musicianship

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Pokey LaFun!

    by Organic55 on 9/16/13Deluxe at Old National Centre - Indianapolis

    Tremendously entertaining! Pokey must have been a swing/jazz band leader in the 1920s in a past life, cuz this cat can kick it! This band shows their chops on covers of traditional old-timey tunes performed with contemporary verve. And their original compositions capture the essence of the genre like no other band performing today. Don't miss the wonderful entertainment that is Pokey LaFarge!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Great but Late

    by Anonymous on 9/16/13Deluxe at Old National Centre - Indianapolis

    Both music groups were great. We were very disappointed that the concert started an hour later than advertised.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by audiophile76 on 9/16/13Deluxe at Old National Centre - Indianapolis

    This is the second time I've seen Pokey and his band...the musicianship of every member is astounding...EVERY. SINGLE.MEMBER. CAN. WAIL! I love music, I love live shows and I have to say this was the best show I've seen in over a year.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    wow! Pokey LaFarge was Fabulous!

    by dna8 on 7/23/13Great Scott - Allston

    Read great reviews in "Mountain Express," while in Asheville, but missed their show there. Their show at Great Scott on the 20th was mesmerizing! The pleasure of hearing the perfect balance of authenticity & fresh arrangements with the charismatic Pokey LaFarge et al was everything I enjoy in a live show; the band is tight! Way beyond their years! Thank you for supporting such great talent!