The Cat Empire

The band loves performing, and its audience loves the performance. When they play their music, everyone becomes connected. Fantastic show of musicianship - each band-member has such a unique voice and they blend beautifully in concert. A mind blowing and refreshing take on genre and their cover of Hotel California gets me every time.

If you don't know The Cat Empire you should! They have a sound that makes you move even if you don't want too! They are one of those bands that sound even better live!!

I really can't praise this show enough. The opener, Blackalicius, was fantastic and entertaining (especially for a live rap artist). The Cat Empire exceeded my very high expectations with some of the most impressive and high energy musical performance I have ever experienced. The sound was well mixed, and for once, not painfully loud. Everything about the evening was just perfect. The

The show was amazing, simply amazing. I could try and elaborate on that, but i dont think i have to. The venue was great too, i love the small little joints like that where everyone is packed in shoulder to shoulder. The place had awesome acoustics too!

I first heard the Cat Empire in a small art store in Washington DC about 8 months ago. They had a single track on a mix CD, called A New Groove, that was playing in the store. As soon as I heard it, I knew there was something special about the music. I bought the CD and flew back to Los Angeles, and over the last half year I have become a true fan. Adding two US shows (New York and LA) to the end of their Canadian tour, this was the first US show they had played in three years. I was anxious to see if the Cat Empire, playing live, would live up to my (rather high) expectations. The simple truth is that they shattered each and every one of them. The experience of the night was one of pure unified adrenaline surging through the crowd. The entire room was dancing, the cheers were deafening, and the music was infectious, sublime, and truly magical. You could not help but be swept up in the energy of it. They played both new and old songs (A fact that was immediately appreciated by the audience, by way of excessive cheering). Starting off with Fishies, they played an expansive set including Days Like These, Two Shoes, The Lost Song, and The Return ending with a duel encore of The Wine Song and The Chariot.

The Cat always kicks ass live and this show was no exception. We drove over 800 miles round trip to see them and it was so worth it. They always have the crowd on their feet and it was nice to have the extra horns this time around. Only downside was that the vocals at the Troubadour were a bit muddy. Can't wait 'till they come back around - hopefully will make it up to Northern California on the next tour.

The intimate venue of the Troubadore created a perfect showcase for the Cat Empire. Complete with a horn section, absent their last tour in the US, they rocked the audience with a variety of tunes, each unique, well composed, and rife with virtuosic display! It's a shame this band comes through LA so seldom.

This was the 4th time I've seen "The Empire" in LA. (2nd at Troubadour), One of the best live bands ever! You just gotta catch them.

When this amazing band - full of truly talented musicians from across a broad genre - makes it to your town, you better bet there! The bottom line is the Cat Empire doesn't know how to put out a bad song on record. And the best part about their live show is that they sound the same if not better live! Last night's show was especially a treat as they flew out Ross Erwin on trumpet. I don't think i need to preach to the choir here, but if you don't have their 4 studio albums, pick them up. You will NOT be disappointed. Next year, they're putting out a new record, so all we can hope for here in LA is that they make it out again next year!

The Cat Empire was completely overwhelming. I could not believe their raw talent. Each member is individually incredible and talented in their musical choice. I could listen to them for hours and hours on end. It was amazing to hear them sing and play because they sound EXACTLY the same way they do on CD, except even better. That is incredible because most times bands will sound worse (or the singing will sound worse) live, but not these guys...I will go again once they come back!

The music was incredible. I was blown away. Definitely worth the money.

This was the best concert I have ever seen. The Cat Empire live is unparalleled.

The Cat Empire at the Troubadour last night was amazing. Opening up with Fishies set the tone. Felix literally smiles through the entire two hour set even while singing he's got that unforgettable grin. Great front man. I would say the vocal leads were split evenly between him and Harry. Harry is a passionate singer and he's great to watch perform as well. The Empire horns added a great element to the lively sound especially the trumpet player who ripped a fantastic solo out on THE LOST SONG. One of my fav's. I wish they would have thrown in Miserere or No Longer There but overall it was a good setlist. I hope they come back again soon. It was a packed house (SOLD OUT) and the crowd was really into it, dancing and throwing their arms in the air, clapping. I've never seen an LA crowd like this. It was close to an hour and 45 minutes off of smiles and good cheers. If you see them here again, DOn't miss out. THE CAT EMPIRE DELIVERS!

With the way music is going these days, it is refreshing to see a band who has musical talent in their blood. They were playing for the fun of it not the money, each member plays at least two different instruments. Was non stop energy the whole time!!!

The Cat Empire is such a unique group to begin with and the fact they don't visit the USA too often was a factor in this review. Nonetheless, you can tell they love what they do. Their stage presence is phenomenal and they are so tight musically. The opener surprised me as well. All the performers had so much energy and the crowd reflected it equally. I'll definitely see them the next time they visit.

Wow. What an awesome group and a great concert. They sound incredible live. The crowd was into it throughout the entire show. I went with someone who hadn't heard of the group until the day of the concert, and he loved it. I was really pleasantly surprised by the length of the set - at least 1:45. They played pretty much every song I hoped they would and several more that I didn't expect. The crowd was totally into it. Whenever they're back in the U.S., I'll make sure to catch a show.

They are real beasts, the whole show is amazing and they seem to never go tired. I love when thjey take a 4 min. song song and turn it into a 15 minute song in the show. a must see!

Incredible evening!!!! These guys give their fans every ounce of energy they have in every song. If they don't get some part of your body moving, then you must be dead. Love the new music. So refreshing to pay $25. for a ticket and walk away totally wowed. Everyone must see The Cat Empire at least once in their lives. I've been to hundreds of concerts since the 60's and this ranks in the top 3!

As always, Cat Empire put on a great show. But why would the promoters pair Cat Empire with Blackalicious?. Totally different genres. And not at all enjoyable.

MAGICAL! Magical, as always. They never ever disappoint.

Cat Empire delivered a stunning concert on June 29th. By the end, as I scanned the crowd, and saw a thousand+ hands bouncing up and down, singing together, I knew the concert was something special. The band was energetic, they riffed incredibly and at length on songs, playing two encore songs. The crowd was fully engaged in the concert dancing the night away. Overall it was a concert that I'll never forget and that still has me buzzing with excitement and laughter three days later.

The Cat Empire is one of the best live bands out there. They play every song different than they do on the album, and make every one that much better to hear live. They are just incredibly talented musicians. I wish they came to the US more often!

Cat Empire energizes, synergizes, magnetizes with a confluence of jazz, ska, Iberian and profound lyrics. Harry, Felix & the crew always come through, as they did in Webster Hall and out in Central Park years back.

The Cat Empire is my favorite band and I always enjoy seeing them. My mom enjoyed them this time around as well.

Always a great performance. Felix is better than ever, and Harry is incredible! Don't miss them when you have a chance.

They were incredible! They sounds even better live than they do on their albums. They have such energy and stage presence and I have fallen even more in love with this band. I didn't think it was possible! I wish they would tour the states more often! I cannot wait to see them again :)

they were AMAZING. can't wait to see them again. beautiful energy, incredible music of course, just love love love them! my friend didn't know them before and still loved the concert, the energy is just contagious! :)

Great great great show - with so little airplay on the radio it's great to know people are discovering this band's music. They are so much FUN!

The Cat Empire never disappoints. This was my 11th time seeing them and they just seem to get better. "Steal the Light" doesn't have a bad note on it, and the songs they chose from it were electric. It was nice to hear "The Car Song" too, I don't think I've heard that one in four years!

I really can't complain about this band... fantastic chemistry, amazing jams and improvisation live, and the happiest crowd you will ever find! Only drawback was this weird ass rap group that had nothing to do with the type of music Cat Empire... but I'm gonna blame the Fillmore for booking them, because I have hard time believing the band would select that group to warm up for them.

Cat Empire is a really great band, fun to listen to, and wonderful musicians.

I wasn't very familiar with the band - I went with a friend from out of town who loves them. Very fun music, mixed age crowd, and good atmosphere. My only complaint was they played a bit too long in my opinion (encores are only supposed to be one song, guys). Venue is good too.

Been a fan of this band for 5 years now and FINALLY managed to catch a show and it was definitely worth it. They killed every song they played, jammed out, and had the whole place grooving. Can't wait to see them again!

Cat Empire is a band on the way up. Varied but infectious rhythms, exciting horn section, great singing, and wonderful tunes. They grabbed the audience from the beginning and had it dancing the whole night.

Had high expectations and The Cat Empire did not disappoint! We traveled from Miami to see them at closest place in DC, and it was definitely worth it! VIP seating at The Filmore was also worth the extra...no crowd, room to move, great view...

Aussie sextet just wants to make happy danceable music!! great!!

These guys were amazing! They jammed out the entire session, and made sure that everyone had a blast. The venue was packed, lots of high energy and good people. Definitely recommend checking out The Cat Empire!

Literally the most fun that is possible will be had at a Cat Empire show. So many instruments, so much talent, and what a groovy shake ya booty kind of time. Pure brilliance and dreamy hunky musicians.

Quite simply one of the best show bands out there!

The Cat Empire was amazing, and I can't wait until they return to NYC! Their set was a nice mix of old and new songs, with a couple of favorites thrown in.

Great show. They are are gypsys of our times. It is always an escape, hearing the percussion strum your heart and move your feet.

True live music that engages the public! Diverse inspiration, Various styles, Interesting combination! This group is worth-seeing and listening! Thanks for this amazing time!

True musicians who know how to put on an incredible show.

Absolutely brilliant performance! So much talent and charisma!

This was the best show I've been to since U2. The band has a ton of energy and creativity, and the crowd fed off it. It was nice to see so many fans who knew the music even though they are from Australia. They were also a good ska crowd. Wasn't impressed with jam band opener though, could have had something punk/ska related.

Cat Empire simply compose and perform the most poignant music that intoxacates with both sobering and upbeat messages. And, boy, do they get you moving!

I've seen The Cat Empire perform about 5 times (pretty much every time they come to NYC) and every time they deliver everything I love about their live shows, as well as a new twist showcasing their amazing talents. While Harry and Felix are the lead singers, their humility is contagious. They give each band member the opportunity to shine. If I could say one negative thing, it would be that I wish Harry would bring back his impressively long rap-scat bit during "In My Pocket". He would just mesmerize the audience to the point where we forget was song was playing and then BAM the beat drops and everyone starts jumping. He did it during a different song this time and it didn't have the same effect even though it was still phenomenal.

An Incredible show. The band has the great stage energy, and simply put, gave the best live performance I have ever seen. You do not really know The Cat Empire until you have seen them in concert. After the show I stuck around and met several (though not all) of the band members, they are really friendly awesome guys. I can't wait to see them again.

The Cat Empire's chemistry, showmanship (they actually smile onstage) tight instrumentation, ethereal vocal ranges, and original music and lyrics cannot be matched as far as I'm concerned. How refreshing to listen to a band that actually creates songs that differ from one another with a world sound of rhythm and percussion that goes straight to my heart. They are absolutely phenomenal.

This was my third time seeing the Cat Empire and equally amazing. I love this band and is rich in sound and personality. I decided to take a friend along to introduce him to the Cat experience. I am confident the cult following of this amazing band has a new following.

I have seen the Cat Empire three times and they are fantastic every time. The horns are great, the piano is awesome, the vocals are great. Great sound, great energy. Would recommend them to anyone.

This was an amazing upbeat performance. The band was extremely energetic and they kept the crowd dancing the entire time. They have a unique mix of vocals and instruments that allow the live show to be unpredictable in the best way possible!

Hands down the best show I've EVER gone to, and I've been to a lot of shows. The energy level was alive with a positiveness that was truly contagious. It's 3 days later and I still have an after show glow!

Incredible band, great performance! They rocked the Royale. I saw them in Montreal 2 years ago at the jazz fest but this was a much more intimate setting. Can't wait for them to return to Boston.

The cat empire was the best show I've ever been to. They were so energizing, fun, and just plain amazing.

Great show. You can tell that they all absolutely love what they do.

Great crowd, great performance. Didn't stop dancing the entire time. Overall amazing experience.

I went to one of the best show ever the cat empire ´s diversity and the musicans talent is priceless i want to see some more!

The show was awesome!! They played new songs and song from their albums. it was just perfect for a friday night in Montreal. The opening act was good also, une belle découverte Current swell

The Cat Empire is the best live band ever !. Third time seeing them and they are not to be missed for their energy on stage and musician ship. Really liked some of the new material so looking forward to their next album.

The Cat Empire is a phenomenal group. Each member is a master of their chosen instrument and they all come together wonderfully to create sounds I thought impossible. They instilled energy and wonder in me during the concert and created one of the most enjoyable experiences of my life.

Excellent, excellent band in a fantastic venue! The Cat Empire is a MUST SEE!

The venue-air conditioned, great lighting, clean bathrooms, and breathing room in between people even up close to the stage The opening act- I hadn't heard of "That 1 Guy" before but I can honestly say he's one of my favorite artists now. He blew my mind with his new spin on being a one man band ontop of having a great beat and sound. He was funky lol. And hilarious. Made me forget who I was there to see The cat empire- killed it of course. They played nearly every song of theirs and played for a little over two hours. They were great showmanship and all members had an equal number of solos. Great vibe from the crowd as well; everyone was dancing the entire time. Amazing show. Best I've ever been to.

This is the second time I have seen this band live and there are not enough adjectives to describe how amazing their show is. They bring everything they have to their gigs and brings the audience along for the ride. My only complaint...they don't play the USA often enough. :)

Unforgettable. One of the best concerts I've ever attenddt. Their ability to share their energy with the audience was something I had never seen before. Impressive. If they ever do this again, I would not only go, but will bring EVERYONE i know.

These guys are simply incredible! They are what live music should be all about; keeping you on your toes, never know what's coming next. "In my pocket," which is normally a medium tempo song, was turned into about a 12 minute jam session that went all over the place! It was incredible. I hate dancing, but these guys are proof that they can make ANYBODY wanna dance! Even me...You can feel their heart and energy in every single song they perform. It's just so sad they only come to LA every so often.

This was the most fun I have ever had at a concert. The Avalon in Hollywood has a fantastic sound system and the Cat Empire was at it's best. Powerful rhythms, incredible horn players, and amazing vocal performances. The crowd obviously came to dance, but I found that most of the time, they just watched the superb performance. The crowd was in a good mood and ranged from teens to a few over 60. A good time was had by all. I drove 100 miles to see this show and would have driven to San Francisco the next night if I had the time available. They don't visit the US much, so see them if you can

One of the best shows I've been to in a long time. I wish they would have played a few more of my favorites, but great show anyway.

Amazing band! They played for two hours with non-stop energy keeping the crowd pumped the entire time. I would definitely go see The Cat Empire again!!

And the open show for "that 1 guy" was super cool too

My first time seeing the Cat Empire. What a spectacular show. Such a great venue for them, too. It was a Wednesday night, so it wasn't too crowded (HOB can be insane on weekends) and we were able to get right up to the front. The band is top-notch. Vocals and music were great, seeing them live definitely adds another layer of awesome. Top 5 shows of my life for sure!

Saw the Cat Empire at House of Blues Chicago. Great band, great venue. The band sounded awesome an appeared to be having a lot of fun, which washed over the crowd. And i love the venue. We were 25 feet from the stage. Didn't look like there was a bad seat in the house.

This was the best concert I've ever been to! They did a lot of improv which was amazing. I was dancing the whole time. Overall it was so much fun.

This was the best concert that I've ever been to. The band was energetic and enthusiastic. They really go the audience pumped and engaged in the show. They played for 1.75 hours and I danced and sang the entire time. I would go again and again and again.

The Cat Empire is one of the best live bands I have ever seen. They are high energy and it is obviously that they love what they do. They showcase their musicaility as well as their love of performing and the crowd loves it. They are truly meant to be seen live because they add so much to each song than on their studio albums. I have seen them twice and would definitely see them again!

The Cat Empire is one of the best live shows I've been to. I have seen them twice and they are high energy and play a good variety of songs from each of their albums. Even though they just put out a new album, the show was not too heavy on new material. Each musician gets a chance to shine with solos and the band communicates well. I would definitely go to another show! They clearly love what they do and it shows in their performance.

A most amazing live show, unbelievable energy, amazing horns, highly recommend seeing them when in town!

I have been listened to these guys for only around a year, and I was pissed when I missed the New York show in December, but I was finally about to see them at Webster Hall and it was an unbelievable, unforgeable night.

The concert was amazing from the very first moment The Cat Empire walked on stage. Starting with their old songs, they got the crowd into it from the very start. Debuting their new album, Carousel, and alternating between previous hits, these Australian musicians brought the house down at Webster Hall.

The band has progressed over the years, although they still lack a dependable backlog of material. The venue acoustics were terrible (way too much bass and bass drum), so the more important and interesting aspects of the sound were overwhelmed.

This is my second Cat Empire concert (and first concert at Webster Hall). It was every bit as amazing as I anticipated. The Cat Empire is THE best live band/act I have ever seen. I was not super familiar with the song off their newest album, but the Cat Empire is a band that you don't need to know to have an absolutely wonderful time. I took two friends who had never heard them before, and both of them enjoyed themselves. my only regret is that the Cat Empire won't be back for another year.

They rarely come stateside but when they do, they make it count! Webster hall was the best show i've ever seen them play- definitely go see them if you enjoy dancing and having fun!

I LOVE this band! and was super happy to learn that they would perform in NYC. Great musicians, fantastic show. Keep it up!

As they always do on those rare rare dates they give us here in the USA, The Cat Empire absolutely rocked the house with their blessed blend of ska, salsa, latin, jazz, rock & roll rythms. The music is so good as to border on the sublime and sacred. Cuz sharing some meals, beats, music and philosphy of a deep love of being alive is something I wish the world could do. May the Empire Rise and reign as kings of the human heart and soul forever and ever, Amen. (and may they pleease do that in NYC far more frequently!) Love and thanks to Felix, Harry, Oliver, Will, Jumps & Ryan Peace Out

The Cat Empire is AMAZING!! Best concert I have ever seen. This is the second time seeing them and they were even better than the first. Would go anywhere to see them. A HUGE thanks to our best friends for turning us on to them.

Just go. Cat Empire live is more alive than I can tell you! In decades of concert going, 1st time ever the audience brought back a band for an encore, by continuing to sing (hum?) chorus from last song, only to have band come back out and accompany the audience in the jam, and just start it all again! Classy a moment as classy gets!

The Cat Empire is one of those bands who electrify the stage. Their albums are great, but seeing them live is so much better. Their energy, their obvious love of performance and their sheer talent were on show last night. If you ever get a chance, see them live.

It was a great show! Awesome energy! The crowd was into their music from start to end.

show that completely lived up to -- and exceeded -- my expectations. I bought tickets for my brother and myself the second I saw TCE was coming to NYC. The months of waiting were definitely worth it. I've been to a handful of concerts, but TCE were the best I've ever seen live. I was just blown away. I'm looking forward to the next time they're in the states.

The performance on December 5th was beyond all expectations - a perfect blend of diverse talent, instrumentation, performance and poetry. The Nokia was an excellent venue that was more than worth the trip to NYC. The intimate setting enhanced the high energy and big sound of this amazing ensemble. Overall an unforgettable show!

big fan before the concert but even bigger fan now - GREAT live band, high energy, all-around awesome performers. come ready to dance!

Loved the band - they jam. And Nokia is a great venue. Check Cat Empire when they hit the States next year!

My first time seeing them live...they sound even better than on their CDs. Really great crowd. Really great venue with super-efficient staff. Really sad they don't come around here more often!

The best, most original and most all-around talented band that I've seen in 20 years!! If you haven't been to the Nokia Theatre - NYC, don't miss this outstanding venue.

There are no words to describe the utterly amazing musicianship and vibe that comes from this group. Do yourself a favor and buy all their albums because they are changing the face of music and you're missing it!

So I took my boyfriend to this show because it is one of his favorite bands. I've only heard a few songs such as "Sly" and "So Many Nights" but I was very happy with the performance. There was so much energy and such a diverse range of musical styles. I can see now why the crowd was so diverse! I would definitely recommend it to anyone! The venue was nice as well because it was small and more personal than some other places that I've been to. We are both hoping to see them the next time they are in the States.

Sick!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Great Show. These guys rock!

The Cat Empire consists of a group of great musicians, but the overall sound of the band sounds kind of empty compared to the incredible sound of their records. At times the extended solos interfered with the feel of the song and killed the mood detaching the listener from the concert experience. Overall the show was a good one but not a memorable one.

The Cat Empire played an unforgettable show with an astounding level of energy. The tone quality was phenomenal, the band was amazingly well in sync, the singing was amped up (in perfect tune), and the improvisation was nothing short of brilliant. They played a blend of old and new tunes- all the old favorites and a few amazing surprises. I recommend this band to anyone interested in Jazz, Ska, Alternative or Fusion music looking for a high energy show.

Have been a fan for years and this was the first time I was able to see Cat Empire. Great selection of songs and a rockin' energy. Was also very impressed by Felix's humility and Harry's trumpeting. Just wish they would come to ny more often!