A big part of Tremont Music Hall's draw on August 26 was the presence of Frankie Muniz as the drummer of headlining band You Hang Up. The spotlight shined just as brightly, however, upon Charlotte bands Matchgrip and The Decour, who reminded everyone that all bands start local and that locals can pack just as much of a punch.
Matchgrip got things started, and they caught a lot of attention for their unique sound. Blending vastly different musical backgrounds (influences range from classical to Dave Matthews and soul to Smashing Pumpkins), the band has developed an infusion that takes listeners by surprise and holds them captive. With singer Marc's powerful soul tone weaving in and out of melodic keys, fierce guitars, and pounding drumbeats, Matchgrip's first venue show proved them to be great musicians with incredible potential.
Next to the stage came The Decour. The members of this four-piece may be young, but they absolutely held their all. No strangers to the stage, the band radiated energy and confidence. An enthusiastic audience belted their songs back to them as they worked the stage. There were a couple of technical difficulties - a la picking up radio through an amplifier - but they carried on and pulled through easily, never losing their easy smiles and charms.
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