Suburbs

After seeing only parts of a Suburbs performance back in the 80's... (I played in top 40 bands in ND and MN while going to school and would often sneak away to get a glimpse of the Suburbs.) It was well worth the trip from DC to NY to see an intimate and complete Suburbs set after all these years. The guys are very charming, accessible and were happy to give fans photo ops! A great new memory to go along with the old ones. The new album also reinforces that The Burbs are still able to deliver.

I'm so glad the burbs are performing again! Great show - energy, performance, fun. A real blast from the past.

I had four tickets - set to go to NYC to watch Burbs - work got in the way. I rated the event 5 stars...as I am sure that's what it was....I did see the Burbs earlier in the week in St. Paul....they were great. Rick

From the top row the show was amazing! The drummer Hugo is amazing, the enegy he generates Feeds the band! The BEEJ was night and day from last year at the zoo! I hope I don't have to wait a year for the Burbs in the twin cities1 Not a bad seat in the place and I don't think anyone used one! We were all standing and feeling it! Your never too old to ROCK!

The band sounded good and looked good other than the white elephant in the middle of the stage. Although it appears that the band members are caring for Deej by moving floor cords, playing over him, steadying him etc. the kindest thing they could do is send him to rehab. He was barely at the concert and tried his best to keep his balance. This may have been acceptable or not noticed 30 years ago, but now the band's fans are in their 40s and 50s and this is just sad. It's not fun to watch someone that ill and dependent. I could not in good conscience recommend seeing this band with Deej in this pitiful state.

Hard to believe the band started in 1977. They sound as good now as they did back then. Great show and great venue.

Great venue in the Zoo - beautiful evening! The band seemed to be having a fun time too.

It was great to see the Suburbs, after several years of a hiatus. I have been a avid Burb's fan since "High Fidelity Boys" released in 1979. I have seen them at 30+ shows, and they always put on a memorable show! Their Horn section is awesome, and Chan Poling did an outstanding job leading the show. Beej hit all his guitar notes, would of love to have seen Beej sing more, but since 1980, I have never since anything but a rocking Suburbs show. They are a Minnesota legacy! Well done boys!!!

I need more tape the wife is falling!~ Place to be and well the Best Band Minnesota has!~

This show was unforgettable. I was excited to enjoy one of my favorite Minneapolis bands at such a great venue.

Everyone did a good job of covering up for the obvious. Felt bad for how that show went down. Would love to see a do-over.

The 'Burbs have not missed a beat and sound more polished than ever. The new bass and lead guitar players are certainly great musicians and fit well into the new ensemble. I liked Michael coming out and playing on "Girlfriend". Can someone comment on why he no longer wants to participate on a regular basis, he sure had the energy and enthusiasm? The only disappointment ( and that is a strong word) was the shortened version of "Drinking with an Angel". Perhaps it was time constraints at the Zoo.

The weather cooperated and the "Burbs" rocked. I'm so glad Beej was able to do "Angel", but sorry he wasn't allowed to climb the rafters Wish we would've had better seats and that I'd been a little more sober.

It was great to hear the Suburbs tunes. Chan held the show together as Beeg was not in shape to perform.

Granted $184 was a little steep to pay for a local band but 15 years ago I remember watching them play at Grand Ol Days in St. Paul and having the best time of my life with my best college friends. So when the opportunity came up for us to see them play live and at the beautiful Zoo zenue we decided what the heck. My friends drove in from Chicago and we went and were EXTREMELY DISAPPOINTED!!!! The band game on and the lead singer was stoned. He could barely make it on stage! The rest of the group tried to cover for him but he would stop singing in the middle of songs and then at one point layed his guitar on the ground so it could "feel the grass". After 20 minutes of watching this pathetic, zoned out attempt of performing, we left this excuse of a concert. People were taking bets all around us as to when he was going to fall and pass out on stage. I feel cheated of my money and my time. Shame on you Suburbs-you lost many fans.

Great sound, electric crowd, played favorite songs, Beej didn't pass out! What more could a guy ask for????

It was fun to hear all the old songs again and Chan knows how to lead a band and run a show. Beej, however, seemed lost most of the evening and I was surprised he was able to complete the set. It sounded like the sound guys finally turned teh volume down on his guitar, which helped, but he was still more of a distraction as he stumbled around stage.

I have seen the Suburbs over 15 times and this show has to rank in the top 5 of all shows. They did all the usual great songs but also played some songs that you usually dont hear live very much. Drinking with an Angel gave me goosebumps.

The Suburbs, in this latest incarnation were in great form at he zoo. The arrangements were tight, the playing crisp, very enjoyable. Easy to remember what all the fuss was about. this was for me their most musically fulfilling show of late. The Summit party (2006) was good, and Bruce Allen tribute was fun, but this was flat out great. Bravo!

The band rocked! I wish they played another hour, great show!

I love The Suburbs! I see them every time they play in Minneapolis. It's just hard to watch Beej on stage. I miss his energy. I'm not sure what is wrong with him, just hope he's getting help and support from his friends and family. I will continue to support The Suburbs whenever they play and will purchase any new music that comes out. Thanks guys!

Watching the Suburbs at the Minnesota Zoo was incredible! It was a small club feel that was very exciting-so close to the band and the energy of the crowd was amazing. The only downside was how far you have to walk to get to the amphitheater. While it was fun to walk through the zoo and hear some of the animals (the tiger was singing along), it is a long walk. Otherwise it was the best show I've been to and I would go back every night to hear them play.

They always please the crowd. This band has a lot of history with the Twin Cities. The songs sounded great and true to their published music. A nice crowd, gone are the days of moshing and BJ flopping off the stage onto the adoring fans below. It was even better than I remember, although BJ was little out of it. Chan was predictably awesome! Everyone rocked! A special memory of Bruce Allen, he is missed. That being said, his replacements did a great job. Buswell managed another great porduction. Well done to all!

Great show! We had fun, the music was great and the audience pleasant...

While the roads coated with ice outside, it was warm with music we danced to on the inside. The Suicide Commandos and The Suburbs played to a crowd anxious to look into each others eyes and remember a moment or more from times past. The bands played enjoyment and virtuosity. They played like they meant it, like they wanted to be there. It was a night out with the 'Burbs, with friends, with drinks, goodwill and the music we all came to feel, touch, hear and see.

I was there both nights. Loved it. As hard hitting as ever. The best thing is that The Suburb's music is fantastic. Dynamic, unique, masterfully arranged, a heavy rhythm punch to your musical solar plexus. But it's so good, you'll take another punch, and another. The next best thing is: they are the the most fun to watch. No rival in this area. They are genuine and super talented. Expert entertainers and a Minneapolis icon. Love you guys. Yes, we miss Bruce, but please, play on! On First Avenue: Great sound and atmosphere, but if you are not at least 6ft tall you may not see much of the show- just too many bad sight lines. Also, WAY too many rude, pushy and aggressive @holes. They can really ruin a good time.

The old guys still have it! I was thrown back 25+ years, and am paying for it today. Very stiff and sore from dancing in 'the pit"! So happy to see that Beej was there. Saw them a few years back at Summit Fest. No Beej...wasn't the same! Chan still sounds amazing and is so very classy, always in his suit coat. Hugo--Awesome! As always, the best show in town is the Burbs at First Ave! BTW...Suidice Commando's rocked too!

Great shows, fun and lively! The band was on, great to see Hugo's son and Bobby Z play too....

I've seen the Suburbs in the old days, and a couple years ago at First Ave, but they didn't give me the impression that they wanted to be there this time. I hadn't seen the Suicide Commandos before, but I will again if they do another show.

Great to see the Commandos and Burbs back together again - both we're awesome. Had as much fun as I did 25 years ago at the Cabooze and 1st Ave!

Tix read 8pm. Doors were at 8, Suicide Commandos started a little after 9, the Burbs came on about 10:30, played til midnight. The Ave security made us oldies wait outside in a stinging cold wind(booo), but once inside a capacity crowd was fired up to see the reclusive band in most of their former glory (minus Bruce Allen who past recently). Beej looked/acted a little wasted, but Chan and Hugo played enthusiastically and kept the night progressing without incident! There was even a crowd surfer, as well as some slam-dancing in the "mosh pit" in front of the band! Fun night!! Very loud!!! spike ;}

Unbelievable performance by The Suburbs! They still have it after all the years.