The Gathering Tour quick review

Just saw the opening show in Sacramento.

It was a blast.

Thr Silversun Pickups brought a lot of energy and played a great set. Did I catch a quick Holy Wars riff? I think I did.

The Shins were Amazing . . . They sounded great and played songs from all their albums, including Sleeping Lessons, Caring is Creepy, and New Slang . . . The crowd singing along with the hits.

Then, Weezer. The stage is amazing. I don't want to spoil it, but it felt like a party at times and it felt intimate, even in an arena. They started with some high energy songs, including favorite, Surf Wax America. They sounded great . . . Lots of energy. There was a lot of antics, too.

Highlights were the acoustic set, the swapping of instruments, and the duets with the Pickups's Nikki Monninger.

This is a great show.