photography by ward robinson
Autolux performing at The El Rey on September 25, 2009.
photography by carlton beener
NASA performing at The El Rey on August 12, 2009 with FatLip opening the show.
He played half of “When the Night Comes” solo, while his backing band Hacienda—along with Patrick Hallahan of My Morning Jacket on maracas and bongos—closed their eyes and transported themselves to the softest room in Xanadu. These two songs back-to-back were the highlight of a night encompassing many guitar licks worthy of sing-along, which is the number one sign of a great guitarist. Think of every Jimmy Page solo you’ve memorized, and add Dan Auerbach to that level of awesome (plus Olivia’s soft touch) and you’ve got bliss.
Alice Rutherford