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The Lone Bellow formed in New York in 2010, but prior to that each member were set on their own music endeavor. Brian Elmquist had substantiated a solo career for himself for over 10 years and already had solo albums under his belt. Before moving to New York, Pipkin was located in Beijing, China with her husband, taking part in a variety of music events such as teaching music lessons, acting as a hostess for open mic nights, and performing at venues around the city.
However the conception of the Lone Bellow is often traced back to Zach Williams. Prior to the band’s formation Williams was recording and performing as a solo act and was backed by a supporting band. Williams’ surge in songwriting was spawned by a family crisis in which his wife underwent temporary paralysis due to a horseback riding incident. As a way to cope with his anxiety, Williams kept a journal of his feelings and with the coaxing of his friends he turned these entries into songs. Williams and Kanene’s musical chemistry was first put to a test during the wedding of Kanene’s brother in which they sung “O Happy Day” together. The friends were pleased with how their voices fit together; however, they did not initially pursue any further collaboration considering each lived at the opposite end of the globe.
After a few years passing Kanene moved to New York for culinary school and met up with Williams and Elmquist to contribute to some of the music Williams had been working on as a solo artist. The three hit it off right a way and quickly established themselves as one of the top rising Americana acts in New York. They built themselves a strong fanbase in the city and landed spots opening for the Civil Wars, Dwight Yokam, Brandi Charlie, and the Avett Brothers. By early 2013 the band released their self-titled debut, which was engineered by Nashville producer Charlie Peacock. The album received glowing reviews making No. 8 on People’s Top 10 Albums of 2013 and also did commercially well debuting at No. 64 on the Billboard 200.
The band toured almost non-stop for two years in support of this album and stayed equally busy writing songs on the road. The group had come up with nearly 40 songs by the end of their tour and sought out the National guitarist and acclaimed producer Aaron Dessner to record it. Aaron Dessner was enthused to work with the trio and has since employed several experimental and interesting recording techniques. The band recorded the album in a nineteenth-century church that is now Dreamland recording studio. The album had an early 2015 release date and features some of the group’s darkest material such as “Marietta” and “Call to War”.
Avis
Wednesday 31st January. Village Underground. The Lone Bellow. We’re in deepest trendy Shoreditch tonight under the arches so to speak in the Village Underground. It would have been apt if the band tonight were called The Lone Below but they’re not. I will be honest it’s not my favourite venue, far from it. It’s a long narrow room and unless you are there very early sight lines are poor as you will be a fair distance away on the flat floor. On the plus side the sound has always been good which I guess is a top priority.
After a stunning set in Islington a couple of years this was a must see when the tour was announced and yet again they didn’t disappoint. The three part harmonies from lead singer Zach Williams, guitarist Brian Elmquist and multi-instrumentalist Kanene Pipkin perfectly complement each other and all take their turn on lead vocals. The three come together in one unified voice that’s fills the whole room.
Lead singer Zach Williams, looking like a manic Eli Roth is on it straight from the first note of ‘May you well be’ taken from the new album. He has such a powerful unique voice that’s frightening. It’s a breathless opening few songs and then the tone is taken down a notch when the three leads take to the floor around a single microphone and perform arguably their three finest songs Bluegrass style. The next ten minutes are spine tingling good as they guide us through ‘Call to arms’, ‘Marietta’ and ‘come break my heart again’.
The evening flies by and its soon time to say goodbye with two more tracks from their finest album to date, title track ‘Then Came the Morning’ and ‘Watch over us’.
Why this band aren’t bigger is a musical crime but the plus side for us we still get to see them in small to mid-sized venues. My views on the venue have not changed but The Lone Bellow made me forget those qualms at least for ninety minutes last night.
Keep on rockin’ y’all
garyw66
Friday 28th January. Islington Assembly Hall. The Lone Bellow. Its round two of four consecutive Friday night gigs and after tapas and a couple of beers we make our way across the road to the place where Arsenal parade their FA Cups.
I first heard of the Lone Bellow after seeing them on Later and was immediately impressed by the two songs played. Their 100 Club shows last year immediately sold out so was pleased when they announced these gigs. It’s difficult to accurately categorise this band. Its country, Bluegrass, rock, folk and Americana but above all its just plain old fashioned good songs.
Three songs in and they play my favourite track from the last album ‘Mariette’ quickly followed by the superb ‘Fake Roses’. The band are clearly having a good time and are genuinely happy to be here and there’s real warmth from the audience.
The three part harmonies from lead singer Zach Williams, guitarist Brian Elmquist and multi-instrumentalist Kanene Pipkin perfectly complement each other and all take their turn on lead vocals.
Highlight of the night is the three song ‘Bluegrass style’ interlude with the three singers playing and singing around a single microphone. I’m a sucker for a mandolin but when it’s played by the Titian haired Pipkin with a stunning voice I’m in love. ‘Call to War’ highlights her vocals and it’s a real hair tingling moment.
There’s time for an impromptu ‘Dancing in the Dark’ and we end with a storming ‘Then Came the Morning’.
A brilliant night from a stunning band who can only get better.
Keep on rockin y’all
garyw66
The Lone Bellow are somewhere between Sugarland and Lady Antebellum with quite possibly an even more of a raw sound. It’s all about their three part harmonies and earthy sound, paired with fantastic songwriting.
They launch straight away into a song called “You Never Need Nobody” which is a compound timed song with such a fantastic hook in the chorus, as in I will probably be singing the lines “You Never Need Nobody” over and over again for the next year. Zach Williams has such an amazing voice with his high tenor and understated soulful voice, executing notes that are un-reachable to the average singer. Kanene Pipkin holds her own on the mandolin, with a smile and some fantastic upper harmonies. “Two Sides of Lonely” is a song that they sing so passionately from start to finish. It’s one of those goose bumps moments.
Before I saw this band live, I heard these two songs that I cited above, and bought the album almost immediately on iTunes shortly after, because I was absolutely blown away by the passion and the musicality
Lannistaar
It was a dark news week with the coronavirus seeping into every aspect of our daily lives. This show has a hard hill to climb in terms of lifting the spirits of the room that was less full than it would be on a normal night. And they lifted our spirits into the rafters of The Neptune. They brought all the energy and joy and connection they could to the stage, reminding us how important music is in dark times, and fully taking responsibility as performers to give us a night we'll never forget. I was blown away with the band's professionalism and performance. It was a respite from the isolation we're all feeling as they brought the room together to harmonise along with them, and I imagine that their shows are even more joyous when not weighed down with heavy news seeping into our lives every day. Felt incredibly lucky and grateful I got to go to this show.
alexandra-rocheste-1
If you've been to enough concerts, you know that some artists' recordings don't even begin to do justice to their live performance - that sums up The Lone Bellow. I first saw them at a festival in Nashville - having never heard of them before - then they were playing in my hometown of Indy. Not only did I go, but I made my wife go (who generally doesn't like rock, if TLB can even be classified as rock), and she came away with the exact same sentiment. Even if you've never heard of them before - or even if you think you don't like their music - go see this show.
Bruno1033
I'm a relatively new fan, so this was my first concert. Wow. They sound better on stage, which isn't always the case with every group. The blend of their already amazing voices was right on point, the sound "big" without being overpowering. Their setlist was a mix of old and new, mellow and rock, but well paced throughout. You can just feel they love to perform and sing together. It's a feeling created in the room. They love this, they love interacting with their fans. A truly enjoyable night. I'll see them again and again!
jen-nickels
I have seen The Lone Bellow perform 3 times and I am blown away every time. I have never seen a band put so much of themselves into a performance. They interact with the crowd, they're passionate about their music and produce so much energy.
They always make a point to greet their fans after the show. I've been able to have my picture with them, they signed my tshirt and took the time to talk with me a bit.
Truly an amazing band. I encourage you to go to one of their shows. You won't regret it!
cory-rumbaugh
This was my 4th time seeing them perform live. I’ve been to A LOT of shows, and honestly, The Lone Bellow have to be theeeee best performers I’ve seen to date. Every single time they just absolutely KILL IT! Zach Williams showmanship is on a whole other level. Kanene and Brian’s voices are stunning! Like I’ve said, this was my 4th time seeing them and I’m sure there will be a 5th. And a 6th. I’ve yet to be disappointed by them!
inezmelissa
This the third show of theirs I've caught. They get better every time. They've always put on an amazing show that it's just hard to capture on an album.
Don't get me wrong, they write and record amazing songs, but their delivery in concert always includes a level of joy that is really rare among musicians.
They deserve to be playing in large arenas, but I'll always love their small venue shows best.
Go see them before they're too big!
nathanael-schulte
First time to see The Lone Bellow,Went with a friend who recommended them to me.Absolutely brilliant gig ,from the get go to the finish .The band were full of energy,had fabulous voices and seemed to be enjoying it as much as we were .The one of many memorable moments was when the 3 main members of the band came from the stage to join the audience to preform one of the songs .Will definitely go to see these guys again
Hecktor
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