In Owen Pallett’s new album “Heartland” he depicts himself as the deity of the world of Spectrum. On the evidence tonight, one could argue he’s already halfway to Godhood in this world too. Over the last four and a half years I’ve been honoured to see Owen evolve as a performer, and tonight was his most accomplished set yet. His arrangements have more focus and maturity, the structures of his songs hold up better and his confidence and charm grower brighter by the year. Whilst the appearance of a few oldies (“This Lamb Sells Condos”) was welcome, he could have played only new material and still have received just as rapturous a reception. If I hear another live performance as good as “Lewis Takes Off His Shirt” this year, I’ll count myself a lucky, lucky man.
(Photo: John Gleeson)
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