Brooklyn got its dose of Texas country last night (3/8) when Bill’s amazing double billed. Joshua Ray Walker and Vandolier The hit Brooklyn Made and Making Things Better in Texas featured a fun opening scene from the artist. Brooklyn-via-Denton LeroyChris Pickering’s New Country Project (Formerly Future Punx, Fergus & Geronimo, and Teenage Cool Kids)
The Vandoliers spoke onstage about how they and Joshua Ray Walker were old friends who had played together for years, and Joshua posted.Fallon The commercials might help fill the room, but the Vandoliers are ready to play the co-star. It’s easy to see why they are. call yourself “Your favorite punk band’s favorite country band”; They turn their energy to 11 right off the bat and keep that level for their very punk nature. But it’s still an hour-long scene that’s truly country-style. They played a lot of highlights from an awesome 2022. the vandoliersLike an old favorite song another number And it’s obvious that they put in as much effort into acting as they do. with which they are devoted to songwriting. They are rowdy and full of acting skills. but never missed a beat They are also a very humble and hardworking band. And they talked about how they played NYC hardcore for years before getting the chance to fill a club the size of Brooklyn Made, and just for fun, they also brought a serious side. too They dedicated “Don’t Tell Me What To Do” to transfolk and drag performers suffering from Tennessee’s anti-sledding laws. and talks about anxiety, depression, and mental health before playing “Fallen Again.”
Joshua Ray Walker didn’t make a fuss like the Vandoliers did, but he didn’t have to. He performs the entire scene backed by his talented band (including his brutal steel pedal Adam “Ditch” Kurtz), and he rules the room with vocal power and songwriting. just a little He sent fan favorite songs from all three of his albums. as well as Lionel Richie’s cover of his international hit “Hello”. And all his scenes are spectacular. Whether he’s playing the upbeat crowd-pleasing song “Sexy After Dark” or the dark, introspective verses, With ballads like “Canyon,” it’s clear from Joshua’s albums why he is often hailed as one of the best young songwriters in modern country. and can’t deny that live performances
