Early on in Skinny Lister’s set, they play “Colours”. It’s a beautiful song with a long slow build to a fantastic climax. “The red kite against the blue sky / My thoughts are drawn to them still / Colours flash before us, flash before us, flash before”. The band then brings out a giant jug filled with an alcoholic beverage and shared it with the crowd. The drink is quickly consumed by the fans.

This English Pub style sing-a-long style is a pervasive element of their fantastic live show. A fantastic example is on “John Kanaka”.  Everyone sings along “We’ll work tomorrow, but not today / John kanaka kanaka tura yay”. The show continuously thrills the audience with crowd surfing by the female singer! It’s an all-inclusive celebration of music that is an absolute joy to be a part of.

Later in the set, they play “Rollin’ Over” and the crowd instantly smiles and starts dancing around. It’s a perfect drinking tune to sing along with. Skinny Lister has definitely mastered the folk rock and party atmosphere of a great live show. Catch them on tour now!

Cost of a ticket: $25

PlaylistHQ Economic Rating: Exceptional Value

Rating Scale: Exceptional Value > Worth It > Half Price > Go for Free > Don’t Bother

Quinn Delaney