I'm in love again, and not just because spring is in the air and I'm crawling out of a long hivernation (metaphorically and literally); there's a brand new venue in town, and along with Catherine Wheel's Greatest Hits, Neumos is currently rocking my special little world.
My first visit to the Capitol Hill club was the February 26th opening night show featuring the Posies. It was a school night and I was wondering if I could muster up the energy to rock late and still make it to work the next morning. The pull of live music was strong that evening. So away I went.
It took my date and I a while to find the club's door (its two down from Belgian Frites) but once inside we caught the last couple SushiRobo songs, then headed off to secure the perimeter of the mysterious new venue. To my delight, I quickly found what must have been of the best views in the house. At the top of the staircase by the front door is a balcony with a barrier of clear glass extending half-way to the ceiling, meaning you can see the band perfectly and still carry on pleasent conversation without having to yell at the top of your lungs. "I think I might have a crush on Neumos,: I muttered to no one in particular.
Neumos is a great mid-sized venue with lots of room on the main floor and a spacious upstairs for those who prefer to site (sometimes I get tired). The floor plan is a little maze-like, but not at all unmanageable (even if you're out of your head). No less than three bars are spread out nicely throughout the club, but the overall vibe is more laid back lounge than European dance club. I also have to mention the bathrooms: clean, spacious and well-lit (but not too bright). Very Impressive.
With my love affair with Neumos now in full bloom, I barely had time to anticipate more live rock n' roll before Alien Crime Syndicate took the stage.
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