Let me just begin by saying that although I was not overly impressed with their performance, the Dum Dum Girls (opener to Vampire Weekend), were actually a pretty okay chick band to listen to. They seemed to have a wierd etherial vibe to them, almost like listening to Camera Obscura, or a chick version of Fleet Foxes. To look at, they seemed to not be having fun at all. If you are so blessed as to having rocking out and performing be your job, at least act like you enjoy the instrument that you play. The bassist, Bambi, looked like she was about to fall asleep, even on some pretty good songs, nothing impressed her. I would listen to their albums, absolutely, but I would never see them again in concert.
Beach House, another story completely. They had their own light shows and everything. Not that a light show can make or break a performance, but it definitely adds a bit of flare, especially if tickets were purchased. The band was good, but honestly, not overly memorable. I was alright with the lead singer, but I could understand anything she was saying. I deem them excellent background music.
Vampire Weekend. Along with Ezra's witty banter and a whole lot of fist pumping encouragement, the band was on fo their entire performance. Playing to their audience, VW managed to get the Bank of America Pavillion in Boston absolutely crazy when singing such songs as Ladies of Cambidge and Walcott. The sing a'longs were heartily encouraged during these songs as well as other favorites such as One, and Horchata. It was my first time ever seeing them live and I recommend seeing them to any. They gave an excellent performance and played at least 15-20 songs (which basically covers most of them)!
on to other news, my computer had a deadly virus and I am still trying to recover some lost files and folders...and lots of lost music! If you have any new group suggestions let me know!