Amazing the vibes were real
by Mudrat6969 on 6/15/16Fox Theater - Oakland - OaklandThe way brooks performed was amazing they whole band was just was chill wish I could have met them but the venue doesn't do that the music was awesome !!!
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THE GROWLERS IN CONCERT:
SoCal garage and psych rock favorites The Growlers continued to evolve in 2014 with their third album Chinese Fountain, an ambitious record that expanded their laid-back "beach goth" sound with polished arrangements and crisp production. While the album marked a mature new direction for the band, their outrageous live shows remained as satisfyingly madcap as ever, treating ticket buyers to colorful wigs, outré makeup, cross-dressing, and assorted props and antics. Whether the band is conjuring up the retro haze of "One Million Lovers" or basking in the disco strut of "Chinese Fountain" , they always deliver an unforgettable concert experience that combines eccentric theatricality with first-rate musicianship.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
The Growlers formed in Southern California in 2006 and quickly made a name for themselves with their trippy, reverb-soaked take on '60s pop. After several early lineup changes the band settled on their core roster of Brookes Nielson (vocals), Matt Taylor (lead guitar), Anthony Braun Perry (bass), Kyle Straka (keyboards, guitar), and Scott Montoya (drums) and released their 2009 debut album Are You In or Are You Out? They followed up in 2010 with the Hot Tropics EP, a critically acclaimed collection chock-full of compact psych-rock jams like "Sea Lion Goth Blues" and "Graveyard's Full". In 2012 the band hosted the first annual Beach Goth Party, a showcase of modern surf rock and neo-psych bands that featured performances by local favorites including Dante Vs Zombies, Tijuana Panthers, and Summer Twins. They kept the vibes flowing in early 2013 with the release of their sophomore record Hung at Heart, a critically acclaimed collection that Filter magazine described as having a “little something for everybody”. In 2014 The Growlers released their third album Chinese Fountain, a polished release that they backed up with a series of rollicking, psychedelic performances on tour.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Rating: 5 out of 5 The Growlers are always worth the trip
by Kaewax on 6/14/16Fox Theater - Oakland - OaklandAmazing. Buy tickets because TM told me to inform you to do so!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Historical!!
by bpcSOUTH on 10/11/15Irving Plaza - New YorkThat's how I felt during the Friday night show. I went both nights. On Thursday, the band was loud and everything was distorted. I only stayed for 3/4s of the show. Friday night though- Whoa- the sound was perfect.You could hear the music and lyrics. I felt sorry for anyone who missed this magical night!
Rating: 4 out of 5 growley
by hautpizza on 10/10/15The Sinclair - CambridgeEven though Brooks was sick it was still a great sounding show
Rating: 5 out of 5 Long, theatrical show, great music, Chinese lions!
by GrowlerFan422 on 9/21/14Bowery Ballroom - New YorkThe show started out with a few covers delivered by a drag queen, who functioned, very effectively, like a sports team mascot throughout. The Growlers front man then came out, strewing the crowd with a handful of playing cards. The band took the stage and started strong. Its charismatic front man reminded me of Jim Morrison of the Doors in singing style, poeticism, and curly hair! They played a LONG, satisfying, set peppered with crowd surfing, including some by the aforementioned drag queen and members of the band's entourage. At one point, a local Chinese high school team entered with a couple of fantastic, lit-up Chinese lion costumes, each costume occupied by 2 guys, one on the other's shoulders. Loved the set design, by the way--Chinese fans and parasols, and masks. Great show!
Rating: 2 out of 5by Anonymous on 1/2/13The Fonda Theatre - Hollywood I had heard about the Growlers from a friend who went to their concert back in October. Curious about this "surf rock" band, as she described them, I looked up some of their music on Youtube. I immediately developed a great liking for tunes such as Sea Lion Goth Blues, Empty Bones, Old Cold River, etc. Needless to say, I went on an Amazon purchase and download spree of some of my favorite tunes from this band. This was my second concert ever, my first being the Anaheim House of Blues venue where the Toadies were the main act. About an hour into the music, the stink of pot began to overwhelm the ground floor area. That alone ruined the experience for me. I tried to get into the music but actually seeing other concert goers blazing it up and that overwhelming reek basically made me decide never to go to another Growlers concert ever (if that's the kind of crowd they attract). Or it could just be that they played at a venue where these kinds of people flock to (Hollywood) in droves. If this isn't the norm for their concerts, I might consider going again but as it currently stands, nope.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Growlers were so sick!
by nihilizm on 12/30/12The Fonda Theatre - HollywoodI was only here to see Growlers! they didn't let down at all. I love youuuuu, Brooks♡ until next time.
Rating: 5 out of 5 The growlers are the best live !!!
by Smaltoskates7 on 12/30/12The Fonda Theatre - HollywoodI love the growlers man they are pretty much the best to see live because they sound even better then on my iPod.
Rating: 5 out of 5 The Growlers are awesome Live!!!
by Jam1994pearl on 12/30/12The Fonda Theatre - HollywoodThe whole performance was amazing. They really know how to please the audience I will definately see them again for sure.
Rating: 5 out of 5 I not only growled, I roared.
by GoodtimeSusan on 10/14/12Music Hall of Williamsburg - BrooklynHands down best show I've ever been to. The venue was cool and small; it made the atmosphere much more quaint and personal. ALL BANDS BLEW MY MIND. Sean Bones and The Growlers were unforgettable.