Tune in today at 6pm (CST) to three brand new songs from the forthcoming Delta Spirit album! You can listen right on our blog!

We've been holding out on you guys!

On Thursday (in semi-celebration of the Casserole's 1 year anniversary..) we are super excited to air for your listening pleasure not one, not two, but THREE EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS!!!

First, we spoke to James Graham of Scotland's TWILIGHT SAD!

James talks about their new record which is in the early stages. He discusses their sound and why they make music. And why one certain band they toured with are *Explict*!

Next, we have an interview and exclusive ACCOUSTIC PERFORMANCE from DM STITH!

David plays "Thanksgiving Moon" acoustic as well as a new song, "My Impatience"! He also spills all the details revealing a new project he is working on, as well as providing the Casserole with an exclusive recipe!

And Finally, we'll share with you the craziness that comes with having DELTA SPIRIT in-studio!

Matt and Kelly of Delta Spirit were in-studio with us last on June 19th, so in case you missed it we will be rebroadcasting the full interview as well as acoustic performances of 3 songs!

YOU DON'T WANNA MISS IT!

Tune in this Thursday, July 1st from 3-6 p.m. CST to hear all these interviews. You can listen live right here or on WXAV.com.

Delta Spirit
The Metro, Chicago
June 19th, 2010

They’ll Be Your New Favorite Band

I had high expectations going into my first Delta Spirit show at the Metro. I’ve heard nothing but good things about Delta Spirit, from the critical acclaim surrounding their debut album Ode to Sunshine to just the recommendation of their high energy live show. My friends and critics, and even musicians I’ve interviewed agree; Delta Spirit are something special.

Let me tell you now, this is another recommendation, maybe even a plea. You have to experience Delta Spirit!

Delta Spirit bring so much. You get a rock and roll show: sky-high energy, catchy songs, beautiful songs, anthems, and most of all the show was fun. It was the most fun I’ve had at a concert in a long time. It was amazing watching the band instill crowd interaction and how much the crowd actually responded.

They opened with “People Turn Around” , which the crowd instantly recognized. From there they tore right into “Bushwick Blues” off their new album, History from Below, and it sounded fantastic! I was sold.

The entire set was stellar. From “White Table” to “Children” to a cover of Pink Floyd’s “Wish You Were Here” straight into “Trashcan” and a beautiful live version of “Vivian”.

In what I thought was the last song of the night, the band played an amazing version of “People C’mon” and the crowd sang along louder than I have ever heard a crowd sing at the Metro.

During the final song of the night they broke into a rendition of “Shout” by the Isley Brothers. With each "little bit softer now" from singer Matt Vasquez, the crowd lowered to the floor until it was time to "get a little bit louder now". Then the audience erupted back into a frenzy. I was having a blast and it seemed that everyone else was too.

It was a show that I thought about later that night, that I thought about the next day, and one that I told my friends all about how they missed out. But most of all, this show made me appreciate the little things of life, simple things like going to a show and having a good time, regardless if people are rudely talking through the set. It made me appreciate music in general knowing that in these tough economic times anyone can go see a $14 show where a band gives absolutely all they have and the good vibes can resonate beyond the concert.

-Jeff

FOR THE RECORD!!
This show was probably THE best show I have ever seen! AND I turned Jeff onto Delta Spirit in the first place! :)

- Pam

Photos: Pam Wichert

One more thing you need to do is buy Delta Spirit's latest album History from Below RIGHT NOW!!!

It is most definitely Casserole Approved!!