Not sure how I feel about Kurt Vile’s sound, but one thing’s clear: the dude is a born entertainer. Had a fun time watching him play with his band the Violators last night.
First time I met Kurt was at the first Beach House gig at Johnny Brenda’s. He was sitting next to me at the bar, hoping to meet the guy behind Car Park Records. What happened next is history.
Felt good to congratulate him last night. He played to a packed house in his hometown! Shows that Pitchfork ratings aren’t the end of the world. Wish more bands got that.