Concert Review: Great Lakes Myth Society, 7/17/08

If you were fortunate to be at the Owosso, Michigan amphitheater last night (July 17), you saw a very special performance by the Great Lakes Myth Society. This young band from the Ann Arbor area performed folk-rock songs that echoed the lush melodies of 70's folk acts like the Fairport Convention or Steeleye Span.

Performing 17 songs from their self-titled debut and their newer Compass Rose Boquet, The Great Lakes Myth society held the audience in rapt attention as brothers Timothy and James Monger traded tales of growing up in their beloved Michigan. While one of the Mongers stroked a vintage accordian and played electric guitar, the other Monger demonstrated his skills on the mandolin and guitar. Guitarist Gregory McIntosh, bassist Scott McClintock, and drummer Fido Kennington all contributed to the bands majestic sound, with all five members of the band joining in multi-part harmonies that sent chills up and down the spine of the listener. Even though the evening was hot, the rain stayed north as the Great Lakes Myth Society played for an audience of several hundred fans. Those who began the evening unfamiliar with the band showed their appreciaton as they lined up to purchase CD's and t-shirts.

The next time the Great Lakes Myth Society performs in your area, make sure you make the effort to see them. You will not be disappointed.

Set List:

1. Brablec Farms
2. Across the Bridge
3. Love Story
4. Novi
5. Bright Phoebus
6. Stump Speech
7. Michigan & Trumbull
8. Isabella County
9. Summer Bonfire
10. T&J Set
11. Sebutante
12. Heydays
13. Lincoln
14. Eastern Birds
15. Northern Lights
16. March Barley Fool
17. Big Jim Hawkins