Hurricane Help

It was a crisp Thursday night as I headed to The Monarch Tavern for a relief concert in support of Mexico and Puerto Rico. First up was a solo set by folk-pop singer Kashka. Armed with various synth equipment and her guitar, she gave us a taste of the new songs on her latest album. I'd like to hear these new numbers with a full-band.

Next up was a trio named Rapport. So this is where Maddie Wilde (formerly of Moon King) has been lately. Their set sounds like Alvvays in the 80s, a slightly garage-band sound combined with a Miami Vice/Night Court vibe. Quite fun and danceable. The dancing continued with Regina Gently. I haven't seen this high-energy singer in a while. Her set continues to combine frenetic choreography, dance beats, and snarky lyrics. The shimmery black outfits from the other women made sense as they joined her briefly as backup dancers.

I wanted to stay for the headliner/organizer Lolaa. But like most Wavelength shows, this one was running late. I'll catch this sister-act melding of dance/rock and Latin rhythm some other time.