The Bravery

Christopher Horrell

Jul 12, 2005

So tonight I see The Bravery. This concert I’m particularly looking forward to as their latest album has to be my favourite of the year. And, even better, it’s at another location. I mean, I like Lee’s palace, but it’s nice to have a change of pace. So this time, it’s at The Opera House. There’s another place I haven’t been to in ages. I think the last time I was there was to see Spiritualized back in, hmm, I think it was 1996 (possibly later). Very mellow and loud, but good.

And also, damn, it’s hot outside. Good thing it’s at night ‘cause this heat is killing me.

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