Word and pictures by Duane Clawson
As I get older, I find it somewhat humorous the labels that
are put on bands. A few years back there were very few band labels: rock,
country, disco, punk, and new wave pretty much summed it up. Today, everyone is quick to label a band as indie when in reality it’s just good old-fashioned rock & roll. Uncle Lucius
is just that, nothing more, nothing less, and tonight’s show at Old Rock House
provided tangible evidence that rock and roll is alive and well in America.
Three weeks prior to the Old Rock House show, the band
was in town for a party honoring the release of their latest album, And You Are
Me. Tonight, the band was serving as an
opening act for Cody Canada and the Departed. The five members of Uncle Lucius are well polished
but leave enough of the rough edges to set them apart from your average rock
band. Each member of Uncle Lucius
contributed to the production of group’s latest album and the varying musical styles
are felt throughout their live show. Lead singer Kevin Galloway adds a powerful
vocal spin to the ever-prevalent rock and roll backbone of the blues that can
be found in almost every Uncle Lucius song. When
feasible, the band can transform into a jam band reminiscent of Gov’t Mule.
The band performed eight of the eleven songs
on And You Are Me for those came early to the Rock House. The strongest of these songs, “Pocket Full of
Misery”, features a horn section on the studio album; the band goes sans horns nicely
in their live show with pure power.
“Keep the Wolves Away” is another stand out track from the new album and
a song that tells a story with a flair reminiscent of vintage Neil Young. Uncle
Lucius’ hour-long set came and went in the blink of an eye but it doesn't take long realize that no matter what you want
to call their music, Uncle Lucius is the future of real rock and roll. Thanks
to Uncle Lucius, their management, and Old Rock House for allowing us to cover
the show. Pictures of the show are below:
Contributed by Duane Clawson
Uncle Lucius @ Old Rock House, St. Louis, MO
Reviewed by Scott Rowe, Editor
on
November 14, 2012
Rating:
Reviewed by Scott Rowe, Editor
on
November 14, 2012
Rating:
