Top of The Class

On Friday, I was back for the penultimate Class of 2019 show at The Monarch Tavern. I enjoyed this show more than the previous one, possibly because of the pop leanings made for more dance-able sets. Once again, it was quite a large crowd even for the early bands.

For Jane started the night with some power pop. The two singers took turns on several catchy songs including a potential novelty tune about dogs. They also did a nice job covering Mitski's Nobody. Rapport has fully embraced their neo-80s stylings with funky beats, synth samples, and sweet harmonies. The audience really got into their set. I liked Montreal's Sorry Girls but they might have played the wrong slot with their slower dream-pop. Though there were still plenty of listeners, people were definitely more into drinks and conversations by this time. I wished good luck to the next performer Ellis because her music is even more subdued, and headed on home.