Aug 04 2007
Live in Concert: The Western Civilization, Church of Philadelphia, Gretchen Schmaltz, & While You Were Gone
The Western Civilization/Church of Philadelphia/
Gretchen Schmaltz/While You Were Gone
Walter’s on Washington
Houston, TX
August 3, 2007
Church of Philadelphia
While You Were Gone
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There’s something about great local rock shows that large touring acts are simply unable to reproduce. Local, hometown bands play in comfortable, familiar venues filled with the friends and acquaintances who regularly patronize their shows. From the onset, there’s a comfortable vibe in the air as hands are shaken, hugs are distributed freely, and high-fives are passed around the assembled concertgoers. The crowd has the albums, has seen the bands play before, and is ready to sing along with full-throated voices – it’s hard to beat this energy.
Thus, from the onset, the 60+ folks who made their way to Walter’s on Washington on Friday night were there to have a great time and take in a good show. Continue reading “Live in Concert: The Western Civilization, Church of Philadelphia, Gretchen Schmaltz, & While You Were Gone”
