Every year, Guster — a sweet, lyrical acoustic pop-guitar quartet, which originated (as a trio) in the dorms of Tufts University back in the early 1990′s — plays a Thanksgiving weekend concert in the New York metropolitan area. This year, they’re in Baristaville, at the Wellmont Theater. They opened their double gig last night, to a happy, jumping, sing-along kind of crowd, and will be back on the stage tonight, Saturday, November 26. It’s a light-hearted show that’ll please the whole extended family, if they’re still around. They’re a fun and friendly band, and Brian Rosenworcel’s unusual high-arching, hand-drumming techniques are not to be missed.
Make sure to get to the Wellmont in time for Brett Dennen’s opening act (8 p.m.). The California folk/pop musician has been a rising star on television and at music festivals, and cites Van Morrison, Paul Simon and Neil Young as role models. His distinctive, raspy voice and laid back (almost reggae beat) style, are a nice way to begin the evening.
Thanks for coming to town, fellas. Last night’s show was the gravy on my turkey and the ice cream on my pumpkin pie.
Tickets are available for tonight’s show at the door, or online (click here).
