The Faint are an unstoppable force
by Anonymous on 7/22/10First Avenue - MinneapolisFirst Avenue is the perfect venue for the Faint. It's big enough to get a crowd, but small enough so that you're still face to face with the band, and there's enough floor space to dance your ass off. Throughout the set there was a mad energy that only the Faint could instill in a crowd of adrenaline-fueled fans. The band was explosive, as usual, and engaging with the audience. They're great musicians but also incredible performers. One of the best parts of the show was watching Jacob Thiele dance like an elegant maniac while effortlessly returning to his keyboard to play right on the beat. All in all, it was a truly awesome show.