Mew

I've been a fan of Mew for a decade, and this was the third time I've seen them. I will never miss a chance to see them live. Their musicianship is perfect, they play with the intensity of a metal band, and the music, of course, is incredible. I travelled from the island to Vancouver to see them. I'd travel a damn sight further than that if I had to. The best part was that every song was a hit - not one weak link in that setlist. After 5+ albums, they have a solid repertoire to draw from. They play arenas in Europe and Asia. How they haven't achieved top tier fame in North America is a mystery. Easily one of the best, most listenable bands in the world, right now. Sound, lighting and overal presentation at Venue Nightclub was excellent as always. A stellar live venue.

I saw Mew in October of 2006 at the El Rey Theatre. I saw them a couple months ago at the Troubador. And Now at the Henry Fonda. It was amazing. I wish I could see them again. From the sound to the videos they display behind you will always make it the moment unforgettable. I'm glad I went and and I will go again. BO!

Mew was as always very good with their presentation. Most songs were played flawlessly, however throughout most of the show, it was very difficult to hear any of the vocals. This was the first time I experienced this with Mew. Usually they very good with audio levels and such. ***The opening band was amazing! At the end of the show I went ahead and bought both their albums. The bands name is Bear In Heaven. Check them out.***

Amazing concert... The music of MEW is like no other, you can here the songs over and over again. Each song is different which makes them unique.

If you like Mew's new record go and see them live, the performance is flawless, in fact I will say that at times it's even better!!! GO SEE THEM!!!

It was a very fun concert, I enjoyed every piece of song that Mew played. It was just wonderful.

With a great mix of old and new, Mew really blew the roof off of Webster Hall, and it was readily apparent that everyone was having a great time; in fact, I think it was the most pure fun I've had at a show in a long time. Mew blends great sonic atmospherics with rich vocal layerings, but can still rock out. I read somewhere that they call themselves the world's only "indie stadium rock band", and it's very true. I highly recommend Mew to everyone.

So, they didn't end the show with their usual Comforting Sounds, and I admit I doubted the show had actually ended, but after careful consideration, why not end it with something else. So far they've always ended their shows with that song, so why not change it up a bit. I also really appreciated the pleasant and simple change that they made to the song New Terrain. A lot better than the recording I think. The show was simply unforgettable, and as always, Silas and Jonas stole the show =)

new songs showed better than old ones which seemed to have almost "medley" character in their punctuated form. I was hoping that some of those songs would have showed better live. But Furtunately the new songs seems to have a composition that shows really well live. Otherwise the band plays extremely well, with singing being pitch perfect. Though their stage show is a visualization of frozen nordic snowmen..

Really amazing. Mew sounds better live than on their CDs. Jonas' voice is far reaching and it was a very energetic concert. I also love how they used background visuals and nice lighting to enhance their performance. I couldn't help but move to their beats! Silas and Bo are rockin' on their instruments. The crowd was never bored!!!! I sang along to every song! =) Recommended band and location! On top of that, they played some of their older songs even though I thought they would only play off their new album - since Jonah left.

Every time these guys come to town, I have to go to the show because I know it will be a solid performance. This time around, there was a new intro, new video projections and the addition of a smaller screen behind Bo, as well as a different encore (Im used to seeing Comforting Sounds, which never gets old). There was a piano interlude/medley by (mostly) Jonas combining 'Nervous' with 'She Came Home for Christmas' and 'Reprise' that was pretty wonderful. Some creepy new projections of some sort of animal skull with antlers, and a bear that appears to be hanging from a noose (I was watching from a semi-blocked angle, did Bo voice the bear or was that a recording?). They played a few songs I dont think Ive heard live before, including 'Saviors of Jazz Balet' and 'Louise, Louisa". Overall, everything sounded amazing, Jonas' voice was every bit as good as on the records, and Silas and Bo were equally impressive and had total stage presence. I could go on gushing, but you get the point.

After the worst opening act in ages, much due to the horrible, horrible, sound Mew took the stage. Through great sound and powerful video clips the put on an amazing show.

This band should be huge. They're so unique, innovative, emotional, talented and they put on such a great show, musically and visually. They played the best songs from the past 3 albums. The songs they did for their encore weren't exactly "fan favorites" so it didn't really end with a climatic finale, but it didn't matter much because their normal set was so magnificent.

As the title suggests, Mew was definitely the best concert I've ever attended. They played for a long time and hit a majority of their favored songs. The best-known singles were hit all in a row within the first hour--it was before they even made a proper greeting!

I had high hopes for this show but the crowd's lack of energy was equally matched by the lead singer's uninspired performance. The highlight of the show was the freaky well produced videos projected behind the band.

Great band live! Heavy, rich sounding... Good pacing during the set. Opened strong, closed well and gave lots of variety and mood variation throughout. Go see them!

The music (of course) was great; it's Mew, after all. I was really impressed with quality of the performance. Jonas can sing. in concert. well. The visuals were engrossing, and kind of disturbing. I'm also really happy that they included so much material from Frengers (which I think is their best album) I had a really, really crappy week and Mew saved it.

the visual backgrounds combined with the singing and instrumentals was a true out of this world experience!!!

Well... what can I say? It was quite possibly the single most incredible experience of my life. Everything about it came together like a movie or a story; no more stories are told today, indeed. :P It started with a brilliant upbeat introduction featuring Am I Wry? No going into 156 just like on the Frengers album. Then a sudden jump into Hawaii from No More Stories brought it down a bit but no too much. It was just enough to relax the audience with sweet tropical surreal melodies just before entering back into the heavy guitar and drums in the catchy beats of Special and The Zookeeper's Boy. The Seething Rain Weeps for You (Uda Pruda) smoothly finished the And the Glass Handed Kites trio, leading into a beautiful mix of songs from Frengers and And the Glass Handed Kites. Repeaterbeater and Eight Flew Over, One Was Destroyed provided a nice transition into the slow, hopeful and uplifting Silas the Magic Car and Sometimes Life Isn't Easy. Beach combined these happy melodies with a faster pace to provide for a perfect movement into my personal favorite, Snow Brigade, whose icy emotion and imagery froze me in awe and beautifully ended the main act. The encores were perhaps the most beautiful and soothing parts of the show, which made for a flawless and unforgettable ending. Another And the Glass Handed Kites trio, featuring a variety of feelings and tempos served for fantastic movement into the closing of the first encore, which featured the "comforting sounds" of a new act of theirs, Bamse (Bear). One would have to be pretty cold not to feel moved in any way as Bamse recited his heartwarming message to the audience. Bamse's words appropriately transitioned into the second encore, which featured Comforting Sounds to end one ultimately indescribable, emotional concert. The whole setup and mood of the show was perfect too. The instruments were positioned around the sides of the stage as to not block anyone's view of the screens, which were always providing imagery that beautifully matched the mood of whatever was being played. I love the overall modest feel that Mew has as they perform. Perhaps its a cultural difference, but I definitely got the feeling that they value their audience more than anything else and that they never indulge themselves in spite of their successes. If I could, I would give this concert 6 stars. Ultimately, every component came together to provide an experience that immersed the audience in the music's world. Mew has this inexplicable sense of empathy that undeniably shows all of their frengers just how much they really care.

Well... what can I say? It was quite possibly the single most incredible experience of my life. Everything about it came together like a movie or a story; no more stories are told today, indeed. :P It started with a brilliant upbeat introduction featuring Am I Wry? No going into 156 just like on the Frengers album. Then a sudden jump into Hawaii from No More Stories brought it down a bit but no too much. It was just enough to relax the audience with sweet tropical surreal melodies just before entering back into the heavy guitar and drums in the catchy beats of Special and The Zookeeper's Boy. The Seething Rain Weeps for You (Uda Pruda) smoothly finished the And the Glass Handed Kites trio, leading into a beautiful mix of songs from Frengers and And the Glass Handed Kites. Repeaterbeater and Eight Flew Over, One Was Destroyed provided a nice transition into the slow, hopeful and uplifting Silas the Magic Car and Sometimes Life Isn't Easy. Beach combined these happy melodies with a faster pace to provide for a perfect movement into my personal favorite, Snow Brigade, whose icy emotion and imagery froze me in awe and beautifully ended the main act. The encores were perhaps the most beautiful and soothing parts of the show, which made for a flawless and unforgettable ending. Another And the Glass Handed Kites trio, featuring a variety of feelings and tempos served for fantastic movement into the closing of the first encore, which featured the "comforting sounds" of a new act of theirs, Bamse (Bear). One would have to be pretty cold not to feel moved in any way as Bamse recited his heartwarming message to the audience. Bamse's words appropriately transitioned into the second encore, which featured Comforting Sounds to end one ultimately indescribable, emotional concert. The whole setup and mood of the show was perfect too. The instruments were positioned around the sides of the stage as to not block anyone's view of the screens, which were always providing imagery that beautifully matched the mood of whatever was being played. I love the overall modest feel that Mew has as they perform. Perhaps its a cultural difference, but I definitely got the feeling that they value their audience more than anything else and that they never indulge themselves in spite of their successes. If I could, I would give this concert 6 stars. Ultimately, every component came together to provide an experience that immersed the audience in the music's world. Mew has this inexplicable sense of empathy that undeniably shows all of their frengers just how much they really care.

I would totally pay to see this band live again!!! I love them so much, they played a great set, it was longer than I expected and it could have kept going and I would be there watching the entire thing!!!

Mew was amazing. You know a band is good when they sound like their recordings in live performance, and these guys did not disappoint. They creatively changed up some of their songs, which I loved, and overall were incredible, musically and performance-wise. <3

I've seen MEW a few times in the past, but this show at the Troc on November 30th was probably one of their best out of the performances I've seen. Although there was a bit of an issue with the sound initially, the band overcame it, and they blazed through their hits without stop. Although they did perform a few from their latest, No More Stories.... the focus tended to be on prior releases such as Frengers and And the Glass Handed Kites. While I love most everything MEW releases, I have to say I would have loved to hear some more from the latest release. Still, the few that they did play, Repeaterbeater, Beach, and Hawaii to name a few came off beautifully. MEW is a band that really is hard to describe, while they are not alternative, they are truly and alternative to everything that exist out there today in the world of popular music. They have a lush sound, almost like that of an orchestra but in fact they are a band made up of 3 with 2 other accompanying players. The richness in their sound fills up a small space and just floats in the air, and in a big space it is the same without losing the intimacy of the performance. Jonas Bjerre' s voice is just too fantastic to describe. Calling it beautiful sounds a bit bland, but the fact is, he truly has a beautiful voice. But MEW is only as good as the sum of its parts and their drummer Silas, and guitarist Bo Madsen, support Jonas greatly on the musical journey that his voice takes the listener on. All and all a great night and a great show. No Frenger (what MEW calls its fans) left unhappy, and no new comer could have possibly left without being moved. I'm just so happy that they came back to the US. When they stop touring, they stop for a long time. So, I was grateful for this show in my home town, and I'm doubly grateful that they are playing NYC this weekend, so I'll get to see them again.

The only reason I'm giving this show four stars is because they were freaking unbelievable when I last saw them and it's going to be hard for any band -- even Mew themselves -- to top that. Anyway, as usual, Mew paired heavenly sounds (esp. vocals by Jonas Bjerre) with nightmare fuel visuals -- animated anthropomorphic taxidermied animals, creepy singing dolls -- to amusing effect. Whereas it sounded like Jonas hit a few wrong notes during a solo keyboard session in the middle, the rest of the set was flawless -- it's amazing how four guys can create such lush, layered instrumentals and Jonas' vocal range -- fantastic. Not much talking between songs (only Jonas and Bo spoke), but what they did say communicated their humbleness as a band. Super minor quibble: I think they could have REALLY whipped the crowd into a frenzy if they had waited until later in the set to play "Special." Also, "Louise, Louisa" was a good encore song, but "Comforting Sounds" is the best closing song of all time! All time! [/Kanye]

mew was absolutely perfect. One of the best bands live i have ever seen. I came with extremely high standards and they were surpassed substantially. Encore was also awesome. Only problem was the crowd. Too many tourists with phanny packs and cameras, it was a bit weird. I suppose that is just webster hall because its so famous. Except for that though, GO SEE MEW.

Mew should be everyone's music collection, but being able to see them play intricate versions of already intricate songs -- in an intimate venue -- was godhead

An incredible band delivered a high energy, euphoric show. Sad to see Bo Madsen not up there as well, but the new guitarist did a great job stepping into large shoes. One of the best shows I had seen, until the next night in Boston--more intimate venue with the band a yard or two away from us.

The best concert by far. Inspiring and superb performance. Great introduction to the dodo's who opened with a terrific set! Still floating.

Mew was so amazing live!! And they played every song I wanted them play!!!! AWESSSOMMME SO AWESOMMEEEEEEEEEEE. I knew every single song and sang along. It was a lot of fun.

This was seriously one of the best concerts I have ever seen. They were absolutely amazing live!

It was the best show I have ever been to. Incredible light show, incredible band! I will cherish that day until the day I die. I cant wait to see Mew again. I hope they keep making beautiful music for as long as I live.

Amazing, love this band! this is their second show I went to this year, they are incredible live.

Mew is the number one band. They are obviously musically talented, but the visuals on top of the music makes for a surreal experience. Both are entrancing and you are left transcending Earth.

it was my first time watching concert at Music Box Fonda. i love the place! its so intimate, n even i was there after the door opened, i still cud get spots on d front. well, prob because it was monday. well, anyway,,,it was packed, n d crowd was unbelievable! they are truly Mew's fans. it was kinda long waiting for Mew though. we thought as soon as the door opened, opening band started, but they started at 9PM, only played 5 songs, then we had to wait for..another 30min. for MEW...but it was all worthed. their songs & their performance really lifted me up. not to mention their cool video wall! it was so darn awesome!!! they didnt play my fave. song though...was expecting they played more songs...but overall, it was great. awesome place, great crowd & MEW for being MEW itself...love it! and one more thing, didnt waste tym looking for parking! woohoo!!

I saw Mew a few months back at the Trubadour and I was having a hard time imagining how they would top it, but they did. They did many songs from the newest album No More Stories, including Silas the Magic Car, which was amazing. Jonas did New Terrain and She Came Home for Christmas with just the piano. There were extended versions of songs, new visuals, and an ending with a talking teddy bear...I was amazed, possibly the best show I've ever seen.

The show definitely had an alternative progressive rock feel, at times bringing to mind a cross between the musical complexity of Yes and the mesmerizing efficiency of the Cocteau Twins. Stellar musicianship, rapidly changing tempos, soaring vocal harmonies, very tight instrumentation, and a brief acoustic segment prevailed as Mew performed a majority of the new album as well as favorites from their previous releases. The light show was mind boggling. Nightmarish animations and videos were rhythmically synced to crucial segments of their songs. Projections on smaller side screens emphasized a 3D effect against the larger background visuals. Several times the show took on epic proportions. So glad I didn't miss this tour. Awesome.

I'm not sure what was more intense. Mew's incredible set of music, or the haunting visuals projecting behind them. I simply wasn't expecting such a high quality performance in a small venue like the Fonda. The performance was not only moving but an experience. It was performance art at it's finest. I wondered if Mew found the crowd to be quiet, because we were all mesmerized by what we were seeing. I'll will be seeing them again, and bringing everyone I know with me next time.

Mew's entire performance at Henry Fonda Theater was amazing! Period.

They took me on a journey of pure pleasure to the cloud land of care bears. I felt like I was in a mystical land of feather bottom monkey cats and apple faced gerbil children.

Average show average band and the fonda which use to be so good sucks now with all their security and wristbands.

Musically and visually these guys are an absolute treat. The guitar parts are completely and utterly original. The poor singer Jonas , however, just couldn't carry a tune in a bucket. I have seen them 3 other times and didn't really notice, but this time the vocals almost drove me to leave the venue. I also thought that they might play "she Spider" and "8 flew over..." like some other shows on this tour and they didn't. They also didn't play "comforting sounds" to close the show. That is a signature of their shows so I don't know why they dropped it. Bottom line: I will skip their next tour...

the band blew my socks off! i wasnt expecting them to be as fantastic as they were live! they had incredible video footage composed of odd characters hat looked like they were from a strange dream, and the rest of the light show was unbelievable. the venue was pretty rad too. we sat in the 2nd row on the balcony seating and it was a perfect view of the stage, and still seemed really close to the band. but i do have to say that music box was not as great as some other venues i have been to in la, but it was a fun place to go to.

Mew is always amazing live. Their musicianship is top of the line, and their accompanying video displays are truly breathtaking. I love them so much.

mew is one of my favorite bands. don't understand how more people don't about them, but it makes the concert experience great because they can play at a small venue without the pushy crowds.

Parking was the worst, weird area for the building, kind of sketch. Once inside though... it was AMAZING! Great atmosphere, no wait at the bar for drinks. Opening act did really good, Mew was amazing though. Played great songs, and rocked them all! Great visuals to go along with the music.

Great show, great venue. The Mezzanine was the perfect size to make the band seem close and intimate, but big enough to feel like it was rockin! The sound system was fabulous.

Outstanding show. The band played great - solid and tight- and overall good sound. Great light show and projected animations as well. If you liked the CD's you will love the show.

The opening band Surrogates was good, not great though. Not much stage presence, although they seemed genuinely exited to be playing. Mew was great as always, but the sound wasn't that great.

band was good crowd was good venue, good there were special happy-time graphics that appeared on the walls. good

I saw Mew in August for the first time and was blown away by their show--this oen was even better! Not only is their music amazing live, but the light and animation show they put on is so much fun to watch. Every single member of the band puts on a brilliant show and they always look like they're having fun. Just a great all-around experience--I can't wait until they're back in SF!

Mew was stronger, smarter, sexier, & sassier than the 1st time I saw them when they were opening for Bloc Party a few years back. They deserve strong attention from the smart set.

Mew was amazing! It's definitely an experience that you must go see and hear for yourself. I brought my boyfriend who only knew one song, and by the end he loved them. They are easy to get into and encapture you with their sound and interesting (and slightly funny) visuals in the background. I found out about Mew 2 years ago. Before they would play very carefully, and now they are humble yet dead on confident.

This show was amazing. They sounded even better than their recordings if that's possible. Jonas, the singer, gave it his all and then some... the band was great all around! Really enjoyable.