Seattlest Suggests: The Lumineers Light Up the Tractor Tonight

If we were to pick one non-local band that truly blew our minds this year it would be The Lumineers. Seemingly out of nowhere this group from Denver, Colorado graced the stage of Neumos at the Capitol Hill Block Party (CHBP). We'd heard mumbles and whispers about this band in the months leading up to CHBP but of course kept our judgment well in check until we were able to see them for ourselves. Packing into a nearly full house with a group of sweaty, half-exhausted festival goers was well worth the effort. They have a sound that is familiar, yet unique at the same time. With a touch of jug-band and a lot of folk, these three musicians pack a wallop as they play practically every instrument you could conjure in the typical (and not-so-typical) pacific northwest folk-rock band. From vocalists using kick drums to keyboards and maracas to violas.

Somehow they grab your sub-conscious and will your body to move as you're innocently standing there listening to their performance. Even after having their gear stolen earlier this month in Los Angeles, the band is going strong and well into their first tour. What is really incredible about this group is their instant presence that you just can't ignore. Even without an EP to their name, they've already gotten some attention; they've most certainly grabbed ours.

Opening for these out-of-towners is Seattle's own Noah Gundersen. While he's somewhat new on the Seattlest Music radar, he's been a mainstay in the Seattle music scene for some time now. With his sister Abbey he's been wooing music fans of all ages from Q Cafe to Columbia City Theater. We recommend you head out to the Tractor early to catch the entire lineup. It will be well worth your time.

Tonight, The Lumineers w/ Noah Gundersen at Tractor Tavern // Doors 8pm, 21+ // tix $8 (plus fees)