He stands confident behind that mic stand, and much of the meekness in their lyrics is behind him. “We’re back…back in J.C…just you and me…,” which led into “Historic Cemetery.” Brian is charming, yet laser focused simultaneously. “I don’t know about you, but this feels like a Friday night to me,” said Brian afterwards. “Montgomery Forever” started off their set followed by “Backflip.” The floor was shaking from all of the excited fans jumping up and down. Matt and Brian took the stage shortly after alongside four touring musicians. Glad to see them on the ground floor at one of my favorite venues! Two standout songs from their set were “Baseless” about getting sweet revenge and their final song “Smart Mouth.” Riverby posted this show as their largest concert to date, and with their angst and catchy grooves, they will go far. The quintet of August, G, Mol, Tyler, and Doug are riding the wave of their second album, Absolution, which dropped earlier this year.Īfter their first song, the lead singer joked, “The good thing is none of you know who we are, so there’s no expectation.” Someone from the crowd chimed in, “I do.” “You do? Fuck.” The crowd laughed. After his 15 minute set, he announced Riverby to the stage. Ian took the stage at 8 pm and proceeded to tell jokes about how pompous dog people are, condemning his cats by naming them, sobriety in the legalization age, and more. Opening for them on Night One was New York comedian Ian Fidance and Philly alternative band Riverby. From there, they were signed to pop punk labels Run for Cover Records as well as Fueled by Ramen. Formed in 2006, the band released their self-titled debut in 2011, but really saw a breakthrough with their second album, Talon of the Hawk. The Front Bottoms hail from Woodcliff Lake and largely consists of two long standing members Brian Sella on guitar and vocals and Matt Uychich on drums. All three shows sold out rather quickly, with each night offering a different lineup of opening artists. New Jersey’s alternative heroes The Front Bottoms kicked off a three-night run at Jersey City’s White Eagle Hall on May 18.
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