The
introduction is engaging. The MC, in a humorous yet cautionary tone, advises
the women in the audience to refrain from consuming alcoholic beverages,
hinting at the lively and potentially rowdy atmosphere of the event.
As
the concert begins, each song is introduced in both English and the Mexican
dialect. The crowd hoots and hollers in response at song breaks, reacting to
every comment that is made, regardless of the language it’s expressed in.
The
music is unparalleled; it comes as no revelation to this instro addict. What is
so impressive about Los Straitjackets, besides being one of the most incredible
bands to don a mask, is their innate ability to maintain their sound live in
direct correlation to what they do in the studio. Considering that a live
performance is essentially a 'one-take' situation, where there's no room for
error or retakes, they do a great job. I didn’t hear any miscues. It’s all
right on cue at all times.
My
favorites are “Casbah”, a high-energy track that showcases the band's signature
surf-rock sound, and “Itchy Chicken, a playful and catchy tune that highlights
the band's instrumental prowess. “Rockula”, a spooky and atmospheric piece that
demonstrates their versatility, and the classic “Sleepwalk,” a soulful and
emotive number that is a fan favorite and also one of mine.
I Love
everything these guys come up with. I have enjoyed all of the studio recordings;
now this is the icing on the musical cake.
Viva! Los Straitjackets!
Keith "MuzikMan" Hannaleck
March 15, 2001
Tracks:
01. Introduction Of Los Straitjackets
02. Outta Gear
03. State Fair
04. Casbah
05. Calhoun Surf
06. Itchy Chicken
07. Last Date
08. Kawanga!
09. I'm Branded
10. My Heart Will Go On (Love Theme From
Titanic)
11. Squad Car
12. Rockula
13. Tempest
14. Lynxtail
15. Tailspin
16. Pacifica
17. Driving Guitars
18. Sing Sing Sing
19. Sleepwalk
20. Rawhide
