WHAT UP, WHAT UP!?!?!
Some dude bought me a ticket to see Omar Souleyman here. I had no idea what I was in store for. But it was fucking fantastic.
Let me give you an image of his cd: http://cdn4.mattters.com/photos/photos/1648049/o_s_cover.jpg
Anyway.
Before the show started and we were allowed into the courtyard, we were met by a market of handmade wares. There was some awesome jewelery to be bought, along with natural body products and clothing. I was pretty impressed.
THEN...IT WAS SHOW TIME. this wacky band played first and we laughed and laughed. Omar Souleyman comes on, and it's HAPPENIN'. That dude, in full garb, motioning for us to dance and clap and screaming "YALLA!!!!!". Amazing. And dance we did. For over an hour. My entire body was covered in sweat. It was beautiful. The courtyard is the perfect size for an intimate, outdoor show. I look forward to seeing more fascinating concerts at the Old American Can Factory. read more