Pearl Street Music and Arts Festival

First of all, the weather couldn’t have been nicer for my foray into festival season. For those of you who dwell in a more normal climate, Colorado sees snow into mid May, so one never knows this time of year. But, as I said, the weather cooperated and made for a gorgeous night that it was a pleasure to be outside in.

I arrived at the Boulder Theater just in time for Gregory Alan Isakov‘s set. Gregory’s music is stunning live. I feel like it renders his recorded work irrelevant and I don’t mean that his albums are lacking. His live performance is just that lovely.

Next up was Mason Jennings. To be honest, I’m not a huge fan. His music just does nothing for me, I had hoped it would have a little more kick live, but wasn’t feeling it.. So I made my way back out to Pearl Street and the Lazy Dog, where Oakhurst were rocking the room. I love a high-energy set and this was it.

Closing out the night at Boulder Theater, personal favorites The Head and the Heart. I think this band is an excellent festival choice. They give the sort of live performance that lifts a room.

These folks were in fine form this evening and I relaxed and enjoyed their talent. I was struck by how lovely the vocals are as they rang through the theater. My favorite moment came from “Rivers and Roads”.

The Head and the Heart – Rivers And Roads