The crew was over two hours late arriving, and the crowd was locked out of the Times Union Centre until the elaborate stage was completely set up. Still, the show opened just 45 minutes late, with Sons of Sylvia delivering a burning bluegrass/psychedelic version of the Rolling Stones’ Gimme Shelter, clear evidence that country music ain’t pure country anymore. The band’s three brothers looked like they stepped out of the Twilight movies, which pleased the teenage segment of the largely female crowd.
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Sons of Sylvia opened the show, with the spotlight on a searing lap steel, which brought on a U2-ish take on the Rolling Stones’ “Gimme Shelter.” The band of brothers could certainly sing and play, but got a luke-warm reception, despite a burning bluegrass instrumental and the expansive “50 Ways.”
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I never watched Great American Band till the finale, so I wasn’t sure what to expect from the amazing Clark brothers. I knew I would like them as I loved Ashley when he toured with Carrie, but I honestly had no idea what type of music they would play last night. Lol However, from the opening notes it is clear they are a blend of Alt Rock meets bluegrass meets Christian rock. The overall effect was outstanding, and I think the crowd was in awe of them. Despite what the newspaper said, the crowd seemed very impressed with them and clapped loudly. They were just sitting quietly taking it in because no one knew who they were, but when they did the bluegrass number, especially, the crowd was very loud in support. I think everyone, including me, was glued to their seats because we were all so surprised and impressed by them. Maybe the newspaper critic was in a different section then me, or didn’t get that the crowd was actually mesmerized by them…. Overall, they were brilliant and I can see big things for them in their future. I really loved Ashley’s song “Revelation”. That was my favorite of their set.
Note: Poor Ashley seemed very tired after his performance, and I wondered if he was sick? Maybe he just needs to work out. Lol But he was brilliant. Great vocals last night.
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As one of the two million people who watched FOX's Next Great American Band back in October 2007, I became a huge fan of the Virginia rooted trio of string pluckin' brothers who competed on the show. They called themselves The Clark Brothers. They blew me away with each performance and in the end, Adam, Ashley and Austin Clark came out winning the title of THE NEXT GREAT AMERICAN BAND. Included with their title, was a recording contract with 19 Entertainment. For two years they proceeded to work on their debut record.
In October of 2009, after changing their musical style and direction from The Clark Brothers... they decided to pay tribute to their Mother by renaming themselves... Sons of Sylvia. Their highly anticipated CD Revelation was finally released April 27, 2010. They are on tour presently, opening for Carrie Underwood until December 19, 2010. This forum is dedicated to posting reviews photos, updates and my own personal experiences from Sons of Sylvia's first tour... Special thanks go out to all those who have contributed to this blog...
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Ashley Clark
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