There was a energy in the air at City Hall Plaza last night, and that energy was Future Islands.
I don’t know what more I can say about Future Islands this year without repeating myself. But I will, since they’ve given top notch performance each and every time that I have seen them this year (four times now), and clearly deserve the praise. Last night’s Boston Calling performance (which opened the fest) was no different.
They have the ability to take a room and make it their own. But yesterday evening, they showed that they also have the power to spread the love across bigger festival audiences outdoors. This is large in part due to the Sam Herring, who has become a household name this year due to his free-spirited dance moves, his theatric portrayal of lyrics (such as “Tin Man”), and on occasion, his heavy metal growl.
By now they have proven that they are big time, and last night was just another reminder. Future Islands can play huge crowds, but still act as if they’re playing to you. Now that’s power.
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