big red letter day
As I was chilling at Smith’s Old Bar and waiting for Red Letter Agent (RLA) to go on, I was unfortunately still sober. This was a most unfortunate condition, because the people next to me were having the most inane conversation ever.
Similar to The Whigs, RLA is a band that has recently been generating a good bit of press. Apparently I am not the only person who has noticed, as the venue was almost full by the time they started playing.
RLA reminds me a bit of Pulp, because their sound is very similar to brit-pop. In contrast to Pulp’s often cynical and bitter lyrics, RLA’s songs are about happiness, love, and beauty. As recurring Propeller Skies readers know, I generally prefer music with plenty of anger, cynicism, and bitterness. However, RLA put on and excellent show. I found myself enjoying the music despite all the peace, love and happiness.
I predict these guys will be huge. My recommendation is to see them now and brag to friends in a few years about watching them at some shitty dive in Atlanta.
Sound quality was excellent and the mix was clear. Whoever was behind the soundboard clearly knows what they are doing.
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PHOTO: James Templeton of Red Letter Agent at Smith’s Old Bar in Midtown, Atlanta, GA. July 22, 2004. Courtesy of d.2263 Photographics.