When a performer takes the stage promising a five hour show, it’s difficult to know what to expect. This is exactly what John O’Callagan, lead singer of The Maine, did in Minneapolis, and while his claim wasn’t totally accurate, we were still treated to four and a half hours of “rocking out” and four amazing acts.
heir “I Love You But I Chose The Maine” tour to Minneapolis’ legendary First Avenue. The band, which turns 19 this year, played a wide range of songs, from mid2000s MySpace era classics to new favorites. The show was also an informal release celebration for The Maine’s new album “Joy Next Door,” which was released that same night.
The opening Chicago-based pop punk band, Friday Pilots Club, set the tone for the evening, spreading feel-good vibes with a high-energy, short-but-sweet set. Unlike the other featured bands, this was Friday Pilots Club’s first show of the tour, but you wouldn’t know that just by watching them.Their performance was polished and the vocals were strong. The guitar tones were clean and the percussion was invigorating but not overpowering…