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RACHEL YAMAGATA IN CONCERT:

Indie singer-songwriter and critical darling Rachel Yamagata is nothing if not fearless. Over the past two decades Yamagata has established herself as one of the most fiercely original voices in contemporary pop music with her increasingly ambitious recordings and fiery live performances. In concert she holds nothing back, delivering her poetic lyrics with unbridled passion and wrenching every last drop of emotion out of deeply personal songs like "Over" and "Nobody." A talented multi-instrumentalist, Yamagata moves fluidly between piano and electric guitar in concert, conjuring an ever-evolving array of textures and moods to suit her dynamic compositions. Her backing band keeps pace brilliantly, contributing sparse percussion and haunting backup vocals that complement her expressive songs without distracting from their emotional impact. At the center of it all is Yamagata's smoky, soulful voice – a steady beacon that makes even her most melancholy moments feel like a spiritual awakening.

BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:

Arlington, VA-born Rachel Yamagata got her start in the late '90s fronting Chicago funk-rock group Bumpus. She spent six years recording and touring with the band, then left in 2001 to start her solo career. After being picked up by Arista Records, Yamagata released a self-titled 2002 EP that she followed-up in 2004 with her debut full-length Happenstance. The album was a critical and commercial success, earning praise for its formidable songwriting and cracking the Top 20 on Billboard's Top Heatseekers chart. Following a high-profile 2007 tour with pop princess Mandy Moore, Yamagata returned to the studio and recorded her 2008 sophomore album Elephants…Teeth Sinking into Heart. Critic's praised that album's dark, brooding sound, and fans agreed – the record peaked at No. 10 on Billboard's Top Digital Albums chart. Since then Yamagata has continued to innovate, exploring laid-back blues-rock on 2011's Chesapeake and employing a wide variety of styles on 2016's genre-defying Tightrope Walker. Through it all, Rachel Yamagata has maintained an uncompromising creative vision and a sterling reputation as a performer that continues to draw ticket buyers out in droves.

Reviews

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 based on 66 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Rachael was so unbelievable.

    by Mehler1717 on 12/6/12Paradise Rock Club - Boston

    Great venue. Small and quaint. Perfect. Only complaint was i didnt know she went in at 10. We were there at 6.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by CandyYi on 11/25/12El Rey Theatre - Los Angeles

    The El Rey was a cozy theatre that allowed close connection with the performer. Rachael Yamagata was amazing. She sang 13 songs with a live band and had two opening performers. I especially liked Adrien Reju even though the second performer want quite my cup of tea. However, he was good as well- just not my preferred style of music. Overall the show was great.

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Too much talking not enough singing

    by Balconylove on 11/24/12El Rey Theatre - Los Angeles

    I'll get to the point... I really love Rachael Yamagata! She's amazing... But it took the show forever to get started. The first opening singer was amazing and had the voice of an angel.... Following her was another 20 plus minute break only to be disappointed by the second opening act who was funny but not worthy of making the audience wait. In fact, it was a let down, Then yet another break before the final act started at 10:20. I would have preferred a lot more singing and less talking. Letting the audience yell out more than a few times breaks up the flow of the music!!! Bottom line.... Not cool having to wait 2 1/2 hours for opening act!!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 11/23/12El Rey Theatre - Los Angeles

    We've seen her three times now. She's a fun performer and has a great sense of humor.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Love Rachel and love this venue!

    by aj8114 on 4/6/12Music Hall of Williamsburg - Brooklyn

    Seeing Rachael Yamagata live is simply a joy. She's so funny, real and cool, not to mention a phenomenal song writer and musician. She played a good mix of new songs and threw in a coulple of her older hits. "Be Your Love" is so timeless and heartbraking, it makes me nostalgic for my early years in NYC. This was my first time at Music Hall of Williamsburg, it's by far the best venue I've been to in recent years. It's spacious, and well organized, bonus points for built in risers on the balcony so you don't have to crush against the railing. The downstairs lounge is cool and relaxed with clean bathrooms.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing woman!

    by TrevorZen on 4/6/12Music Hall of Williamsburg - Brooklyn

    Rachael Yamagata has a fullness, a roundness to her voice that slides around in a sultry and soulful way such that you get lost in the reverberations and the semi-intimacy of the Music Hall of Williamsburg only helped that feeling. She has a way of making heatbreak and the loss of love seem not so bad as long as you listen intently to the echoing sounds inside yourself as she sings.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Rachael @ Birchmere

    by RachaelFan on 3/30/12Birchmere - Alexandria

    The venue seats about 500 and is essentially a big black box. I was skeptical about the acoustics of the space for an intimate venue for a singer-songwriter artist. I was very impressed by both the space and the artist! It worked in every respect. Table seating was comfortable and relaxed. Rachael has a wonderfully powerful presence with a performance that bares her heart and soul. It was a real joy to hear both the soft touching acoustic moments as well as the hard rock-n-roll riffs of her great guitar accompanists! Can't wait to see her here again!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    by fritchie on 3/30/12Birchmere - Alexandria

    There was a nice stage set-up and the food served was good but a little pricey. The music was awesome and both artists did a really good job with their personalities onstage.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Love.

    by bluemidnight on 3/30/12Birchmere - Alexandria

    Saturday Morning->Sunday Afternoon->Elephants = MAGIC.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Rachael Yamagata was cozy, accessible, and rocked!

    by graceskyblue on 3/29/12Birchmere - Alexandria

    Fantastic concert by Rachael and the coziest, most lovely venue I've been to.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Never disappoints

    by nikolee3 on 3/29/12Birchmere - Alexandria

    always ALWAYS an amazing show with rachael--she is a truly great musician and awesome personality on stage!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Soulful Folksy Bluesy Divine

    by Dissident81 on 2/17/12Brighton Music Hall - Boston

    She strikes a universal chord- figuratively, literally. She's self-deprecating but is still able to draw us all in and share in her creative expression of love and loss. It's like she's Emo, yet Hopeful. I love her scratchy, gritty, voice, I love the diversity of style while staying within her genre, I love her personality and how she's able to connect with the audience. I loved the show!

  • Rating: 2 out of 5

    by jjw40 on 1/2/12Birchmere - Alexandria

    Obviously she is a very talented singer and songwriter, but the concert itself was kind of a snoozer. My date was falling asleep and we ended up leaving before it ended. Maybe she was having an off night, but it just felt like it lacked energy.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Rachael is talented and sweet

    by melaniemrms on 12/20/11The Basement - Columbus

    Rachael doesn't disappoint, even when she feels ill. Her talent is raw and talent palpable. I could have done without the obnoxious fans from Zanesville, who cut the show short because they talked to her from the stage the whole time. I'm fairly certain a few hundred fans wanted to gag them.

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    A little less talking from Mike V.

    by jbbjrgc on 12/20/11The Basement - Columbus

    Opening act was entertaining. Mike Viola was up next. He talked and talked and talked. When he did play it was okay. Rachel finally made it to the stage. When she sang it was very good. But a drunk girl up front couldn't quit talking. This ate up half the set. 11:00 cut off time is ridiculous.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing must see Show, Rachael was entertaining!

    by lslfpd9214 on 12/10/11Duck Room at Blueberry Hill - St Louis

    I went to see the show with my girlfriend only knowing one of Rachaels songs but I didn't want the concert to end! Every song was intoxicating and Rachael was very entertaining and interacted with the audience in such a wonderful venue. You better see her now because soon she will be selling out huge venues!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Serious Girl Crush...

    by pickel81 on 12/9/11Duck Room at Blueberry Hill - St Louis

    Rachael put on an exquisite show. Wish she could have played longer. The setting was intimate and just perfect for her. She has an awesome stage presence, is funny, interacts and of course her music is great. Type of show you walk out of and just want to listen to the CD over and over.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Intimate Show!

    by RedRocksConcertLover on 12/9/11Duck Room at Blueberry Hill - St Louis

    Rachael is a great live performer! Blueberry Hill is a small, intimate venue so you can get up close and personal with the show. Got to meet Rachael after, she signed my album, and I got a photo with her. Would def. see her again!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Rachael was amazing!

    by queenof88s on 11/17/11The Record Bar - Kansas City

    Awesome concert. I've been a fan of Racheal's since her very 1st album. I love her smokey, sexy voice, and I think she's an amazing pianist. I'm glad I got to hear her sing in a small venue.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Rachael Rocked Record Bar!

    by Mare2382 on 11/16/11The Record Bar - Kansas City

    Are you thinking of seeing Rachael Yamagata in concert? Let me help - that's a yes! The Record Bar venue was intimate - mostly standing room only. For those in attendance, Rachael played songs from her new album, but also played some old favorites. She has great chemistry with the audience and her voice sounds just like it does on her records. Amazing show!!!