Liz Phair

This show was fantastic. Liz knows what her best work is, and she brought us a rock show. I love all of her music, but so appreciated that she stepped it up and made every song a little louder and a little more wicked. She brought two guitarists and a drummer and they pounded it out. Awesome.

Her show started at 8pm with an undisclosed opening band. I arrived at 1pm waiting for her to sign my 1994 Rolling Stone Mag. She pulled up in a taxi at 6pm. I ran out and go her to sign my magazine, and requested that she would sing "Dance of the Seven Veils" from her 1992 Album. She said that she didn't know the words and she would have to learn it, A month ago I attended the DC and Phili concert and she took 15 minutes to play requests from the crowd, and when I got my chance, she didn't do it in pittsburgh. Should of talked to the crowd more. We were so excited.

She rocks and she's incredibly sexy...what more can I say?

The opening act was among the worst I have ever heard. Whiney singer, whiney guitar, whiney tunes of self-congratulatory self-flagellation. Phair's short (55 minute) set of her own standards from her band was fine. A lot of sing-along and happiness for an audience clearly familiar with her ouevre. But when the opening act came out to join Phair for the encore, it was time to beat a hasty retreat before his vocal or guitar whining could ruin the evening. One advantage -- no competition for a cab.

Liz was in absolutely top form, rocking with a great band to her best songs all night to an adoring crowd who inspired her to increasingly better moments of interaction.

I am a big fan of Liz Phair, and have seen her many times in many venues. I have always liked the El Rey, because it is a small theater so you get an up close and personal show. Liz Phair did a great job, played a lot of good tunes that I thoroughly enjoyed. The biggest drawback for me was the El Rey itself this time. Drinks were outrageously priced ( I kind of expected it, but it was still disappointing) and the music mix was poor so her entire set sounded muddy. I am not sure if it was the mixer or the acoustics of the place. It is standing room only, although they did have some seats along the wall you could sit in if you got there early enough. Otherwise, great show as usual, and even the opening act was funny and entertaining. If you get a chance to check out Bushwalla, he is worth having a drink to while waiting for your headliner.

Liz Phair rocked as hard as ever. It felt like her show was a little shorter than I have seen before... couldn't believe they finished set so soon... altho quickly came out for a substantial encore. Pretty good coverage of her previous albums, and just one new song, if I remember correctly. Downside... sound engineering. Liz's vocals were totally overpowered by the instruments. If I hadn't known her lyrics so well, I wouldn't have known what the heck she was singing. Found I wanted earplugs at times (note... did NOT have that problem with opening band).

I've followed Liz Phair since 1993 and love her live shows. It's like watching an old friend narrate your lives with a totally female and rockin' sensibility.

I had an amazing time at this show. Liz was in fine form and she did an excellent job -- I liked that she played a real mix of all her music. She did pieces from Exile, Whipsmart, WCSE, the self-titled pop album -- there was something for everyone. I loved that there was a really diverse audience out that night: there were gay men, lots of lesbians, families, grandparents, straight couples. Some people even brought their kids with them (which I thought was a bit inappropriate, given the nature of some of Liz's songs, but there you go.) The opening act, Bushwalla, was pretty good. I'm not familiar with them and I wasn't inspired to buy their CD afterwards, but they certainly put on a damn great show. The lead singer was very charismatic and he helped amp up the crowd for Liz. My only two complaints? The fact that Liz didn't get onstage until close to 10 PM (when most of us had been there since 8 PM.) I know it's rock 'n roll, but it was a little irritating -- especially since the El Rey is a standing room-only venue. My feet were pretty tired afterward from standing for three hours! I was also surprised that Liz didn't do any pieces from Somebody's Miracle. Maybe next tour?

Liz looks hotter than ever. She gave us what we came to see. I hadn't had heard any of the new stuff but 'Bangladesh' rocked live. She was relaxed and fun and I can't wait to bring a big group of friends to see her next time she's in LA. She should do more gigs.

I was introduced to the music of Liz Phair over 15 years ago. I went to see her in concert for the first time at this event. She is still gorgeous and kicks ass playing her guitar and singing . . . in wicked spiked heels. She has lost none of her enthusiasm and also has great stage presence. Though it was a small venue, she kept up the high-energy, banging, womyn-empowering songs the whole concert. She took requests and played many of my favorite songs from her older records. I recommend going to a Liz Phair concert if she is ever near you. I did and it paid off!

Liz Phair was amazing. I have never seen her play before. I wasn't even a huge fan. I am going to get her albums. She was awesome live --that girl can sing.

Venue was awesome! Small and intimate so matter where you are you have a great view of the stage! Not to mention the second level balcony with seating, however when you're right front, dead and center of the artist or band, the acoustics aren't great! The music was overpowering and it was difficult to hear Liz, but Liz has got great stage presence and was funn to watch. She really engages with the crowd! Not only did she pose for pics, but even invited a few fans on stage to sing along. What a performer!

Liz was awesome and this venue is great. Roomy yet intimate and the bouncers didn't have the power trip attitude.

Liz Phair put on an unbelievable show to a crowd of hardcore fans. She played songs from all of her albums and played many numbers from Exile in Guyville. The crowd was enthusiastic and requested several songs which she played, even some songs that her backing band didn't know. The band was tight and it was a pleasure to see one of rocks game changers in person.

Liz Phair was awesome! She played longer and better than expected. She should charge more!

I was disappointed overall with the show because it just did not last long enough. I thought Liz looked great and the band sounded pretty good after some early tweaks to get the vocal mix fine tuned. The hired hands did not really look like they were into the songs they were playing, but Liz put a lot of heart into her performance. It was just too short, an hour & 5 or 10 minutes did not cover near enough of her fine work. The crowd was enthusiastic, Liz even asked for us to follow her around to other venues, so why not put a little more effort into pleasing such good fans. Perhaps the band only knows a small number of her songs at this point in the tour, I hope they stay with it and expand the body of work.

This show was terrible. Strange song lyrics and bad vocals. Didn't even sing the one song of her's that I liked.

Liz Phair has never been known for great vocal range, variety or amazing musicianship. She IS known for saucy, intelligent lyrics and a terrific, down to earth, earnest stage presence free of big star BS and providing a rip-roaring fun show. She delivered on all these fronts and threw in a sexy smile and bod to match. Fun for all and worth a lot more than $20! The Variety was, as always a great venue.

Liz is a dynamite guitar player and a great performer with lots of pizazz and peersonality. I knew her name but not her music but enjoyed every monent of her show. The crowd was very small (about 250) in the 1500 capacity of the NORVA in Norfolk.

Liz puts on a great show. I was really most impressed with her guitar prowess. Tiny girl, huge talent. Definitely recommend this to everyone. I'm more old-school Liz, but did enjoy a lot of the new music.

the set felt short, she dropped a whole verse from one song, didn't play enough of the her down tempo songs.

Liz Phair and her band were tight. An excellent show overall. The crowd was definitely pleased. The show was not packed on Thursday night in Norfolk, Va. I like the Norva sometimes when it isn't packed. Liz liked the venue too. Liz looked totally hot and sang beautifully. The music is kind of soft punk. Almost pop but not quite. She has her own style which is why I like her. The band was right on. The band and the crowd both were having a great time! I would definitely see them again.

On a bitter cold January night in Pittsburgh, who else could warm up a room like Liz Phair? It sure didn't feel like the dead of winter when Liz took the stage to the delight of her many fans on Monday 1/24/2011 at the Rex Theatre. Even the most casual fan of 90's music knows Liz from her "Whip-smart" hit "Supernova." So to welcome them to her show she opened with this tune, pulling no punches, rocking from the get go. Her sound was perfect for the room, enveloping and pleasing without being to loud or overwhelming. She continued the set with three tunes from her classic album "Exile in Guyville". Liz was very friendly with the crowd telling us that " we better be alright since our team was going to the Superbowl". She implored the Steelers to beat the Packers who advanced after beating her beloved Chicago Bears. After a few tunes she commented on her return to Pittsburgh, saying that it had been a while, wondering why we don't ever call or write. This prompted some comments from the crowd including someone who shouted something about "releasing the poisons." "What?", asked Liz, "release the poisons?", which must have cued her band because the drummer broke out the high-hat riff from Bell Biv Devoe's 90's tune "Poison" followed by the guitar player jumping into the opening jam of Poison's "Talk Dirty to Me". This amused Liz, who danced to the jams and laugh as her guitar player said to the crowd "that's two 'poisons' for you." This was a fine example of the easy, smooth feel of a great set of music. Liz continued with a selection of tracks from her catalog including the hymn-like, beautiful "Nashville", the rocking "Polyester Bride", and tranquil "Perfect World." Not to be forgotten, her fantastic, internet released album "Funstyle" was represented by two tunes "And He Slayed Her" as well as "Oh, Bangladesh." Conspicuously absent were any tunes from her album "Somebody's Miracle", which even was acknowledged by a fan who shouted a request to "play something from 'Somebody's Miracle." Liz was clearly in charge of her show and any tune that she played was warmly welcomed by her fans. After closing the show with, (in Liz's words"a brilliant song"), "Fuck and Run", she and her band left the stage to roaring applause and cheers. They didn't have to wait long for Liz to return and treat them to a four tune encore. For the second song of the encore, "Flower" Liz needed a female voice to sing the harmony part of the song. Asking the crowd for a volunteer, Liz spotted a gal in the front of the stage and asked her to step up. Without hesitation, the fan came up on stage and confidently sang along with Liz. After playing her wonderful 2003 comeback hit "Why can't I ?" Liz closed the show with another classic tune "Johnny Feelgood." Liz looked spectacular, as if she hadn't aged a day since 1993. Her voice was clear and strong and her band was tight and rehearsed. If Liz Phair comes to your town, don't miss her show. Let her, just for one night, take you back to the 90's, a time when life was easy, nothing mattered and Liz Phair was just starting her reign as the queen of chords and melodies.

Saw Liz Phair show 1/24/2011. Have been wanting to see her since '98 & she was so worth the wait. Her show ROCKED! Liz was fun, seemed down to earth & sounded awesome. She interacted with the audience and even had an audience member come up on stage to help her sing "Flower". I would absolutely see her again in concert.

Overall a great show!! Liz was fun and the show was even better than expected. She played a long set and it was such a great set list!

Totally amazing show. She played all my fave songs from all of her albums. She seriously rocks!!!

This show was awesome. Better than I was hoping for. I was praying that she'd play a lot of material from the first two albums and she didn't disappoint. I didn't keep track but I'd say 75 percent of the show focused on material from "Exile in Guyville" and "Whipsmart." The two songs she played from the latest album didn't sound out of place one bit. I think she played for around 80 minutes, so she could've squeezed in a few more of the newer songs.

thanks for choosing the rex theatre for your event, we were so happy to see you there!

Over all Liz put on a good show with a mix of old familiar songs and a couple off of her new album Funstyle. She can rock the house and get the crowd excited. Maybe I am getting old, but the sound system was too loud and the distortion too much for my taste. But I did enjoy the show.

I've been a fan since Exile and was excited to see her for the first time in Denver. She had a great set list and was very personable and interactive with the crowd which was the highlight for me. Her voice was far more confident with the new music which was a little disappointing. The band was fine but there was no real connection between the two and they didn't seem overly passionate about her music. So, it made sense to find out it was the first time she'd ever performed with them. I doubt I would pay to see her perform again but am glad I finally got to hear her live.

Awesome show! Liz played mostly Exile in Guyville, Whip-smart, and White Chocolate Space Egg. She sounded amazing! I've seen Liz in concert probably 10 times and this was the best I've seen her!

The show and production of this show were stellar. Liz rocked!

Great show!! She is a lovely lady .. and can Play ! Love her music. I know all the lyrics and appreciate them !

great artist. great venue. great night! opening band not so good - couldn't hear the singing over the five other guys on stage jamming their hearts out, each in their own little worlds.

The concert was great overall, but LIZ FORGOT TO PLAY HER HIT SINGLE: WHY CAN'T I.

Liz Phair at the Paradise, as expected was great! She did plenty of old songs and a few new ones. Liz looked and sounded great. Also still has her sense of humor. I would go see her again if she was playing tomorrow. The rest of the band was also good.

Great show by Liz Phair at the Paradise Wednesday night. Great set list including tons of old stuff. She's still hot too!!!

She was great and played an awesome set. And is totally hot.

For an artist embraced, denounced, lauded, trounced and applauded, Liz Phair is, and after 16 years of being a fan, the same at the end of the day: shy, sharp, charismatic, coy, and utterly uncomfortable in a crowd -- that's why I adore her. She remains true to herself and her audience.