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Rating: 4.1 out of 5 based on 127 reviews
  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    Great group, terrible sound.

    by Mjoy on 9/19/23Birchmere - Alexandria

    Completely uncharacteristic or the Birchmere, a terrific group that relies on tight, multi-part harmonies was rendered unintelligible by the sound quality. overpowering bass and lower midrange. We could not understand a word they sang, and we know the songs. Please don't let this happen again. We love the Birchmere too much to see it go down this road.

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    With large groups sound system poor mix and much too loud

    by DTS on 9/18/23Birchmere - Alexandria

    See Title With large groups sound system poor mix and much too loud

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Time travel

    by Sully on 12/8/213TEN Austin City Limits Live - Austin

    Great to hear & see a great band from America's heartland who combines the old and the new to put on a great live performance. No histrionics, just a good rock & roll / folk / Americana combination such that days later I still have songs going through my head.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Jayhawks in Austin

    by RLPJR on 12/7/213TEN Austin City Limits Live - Austin

    Some attribute the genesis of Americana to the Jayhawks. Their first few albums are brilliant and were loved by the critics. The band split up and two members of the originals continue to deliver. They had a couple of modest hits: "Blue" and "Bad Time to Be in Love." They never received a fraction of the adulation they deserve. They remain on the road delivering excellent shows mixing their classics with new work. The harmonies remain the backbone of the sound. RUN, don't walk to see them and thank me later. Gary Louris, one of the founding members, has a rich catalogue of excellent work. The concert was fantastic. The Mastersons opened and then the Jayhawks treated the crowd to about 100 minutes of their best work. Canoto wait to see them again. Treat yourself.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    A great band at the top of their craft

    by Doug on 12/7/213TEN Austin City Limits Live - Austin

    The Jayhawks brought their unique blend of Midwest Americana to the Austin City Limits 3TEN Live venue on Saturday, Dec. 4th in a highly-anticipated show rescheduled from 2020 due to Covid 19. For the mostly middle-aged crowd of 300 or so, it was a rare treat to hear this veteran group from Minneapolis fly through material spanning over 30 years on this second of a three-night run. Opening act, The Mastersons, a husband and wife duo from Brooklyn but now based out of L.A., set the mood with a solid, folksy set leaning heavily on their tight, soaring harmonies. Their song, "Fight" offered a glimpse into life off the road during the shutdown ("I only want to fight with you") and was especially noteworthy. The Jayhawks kicked off their set with "I'm Going to Make You Love Me" sounding like the veterans they are and making it look effortless. Frontman Gary Louris's vocals were sweet and clear as his vintage Gibson SG guitar went from a tame jangle to full-on fuzz and he re-created his classic solos note for note. Louris -- a formidable songwriter -- has had his songs recorded by many artists over the years, many of which were included in the 2018 Jayhawks release, "Back Roads and Abandoned Motels." Set highlights include "Everybody Knows" which was co-written with and recorded by The Dixie Chicks, and "There's Gonna Be a Darkness", co-written with and recorded by Jakob Dylan of The Wallflowers. In addition to hummable, bittersweet songs of love, loneliness and loss, it's the three-part harmonies between Louris, keyboardist Karen Grotberg and drummer Tim O'Reagan that really set the band apart. O'Reagan took on lead vocal duties on a few songs allowing Louris to take the high harmony part, which is his forte. With their low-key, self-effacing on-stage banter -- Louris states, "That one's a real downer" after "There's Gonna Be a Darkness" -- the band will never be accused of whipping a crowd into a frenzy. However, the Jayhawks' mild-mannered approach to stagecraft succeeded in putting the crowd at ease and keeping them engaged during their 18-song performance. The Mastersons joined the Jayhawks for a three-song encore, their harmonies blending perfectly while the added electric guitar and mandolin brought the evening to a jubilant end.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Terrific Band Made up for Lame Crowd

    by AllMojo on 12/6/213TEN Austin City Limits Live - Austin

    The Jayhawks are one of the most amazing American/Indie bands ever, and they did not disappoint on either Friday or Saturday night at 3Ten in ATX! They played the hits, they played the Deep Cuts, they even payed Golden Smog, and the music was terrific! I wish I could say the same thing about the crowd. I was ashamed that my liberal city citizens could not find it within their hearts to protect themselves and others by abiding by the simple mask requirement, with only 20% masked on Friday and perhaps 25% on Saturday - and that's when people were NOT drinking - for the love of God people, we will never get past the Pandemic is we don't take care of each other! Plus, the rude people in the back talked over Gary and stopped his terrace solo acoustic encore - wow!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    3TEN ACL, Jayhawks

    by RLP, Jr, on 12/6/213TEN Austin City Limits Live - Austin

    The Jayhawks NEVER fail to deliver. Another tight show with a mix of the great classics and new material. How this band is not more popular is far beyond my ability to understand. The music is great. I saw the Friday and Saturday shows and while both were fantastic, the latter was exceptional. The band was more relaxed and engaging. They joked and had a great rappart with the audience. The Mastersons opened and joined the Jayhawks to finish the show. The band has been around for 30 years and their sound is still compelling. Cannot wait to see them again.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great show!

    by MJ on 11/23/21Irving Plaza - New York

    Band sounded great. Acoustics at Irving Plaza were outstanding. Good song selections.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Great Music, Long Wait

    by Jimmy on 11/23/21Irving Plaza - New York

    The opening act came out at 9 (and they were pretty good), the Jayhawks not until after 10. Standing room only.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great show

    by Imgonnamakeyouloveme on 11/23/21Irving Plaza - New York

    Up front at the stage barricade. So close could see the sweat glistening on the band member's faces. Strong set. Good energy and nice banter between members. Great acoustic solo work by Gary for the encore especially Listen Joe. Piece de resistance was Gary's son and The Mastersons joining for the finale of Until You Came Along. Bravo!