Sunday, May 24, 2009

Sasquatch! 2009: Animal Collective, Tons & Tons of Sweaty People

The crowd was anxious to see internet band of the year®, Animal Collectiveplay their set on the main stage, but had to wait an extra 15 minutes while the band’s many electronic gadgets were properly set up, but once the music started, everyone went wild. Funny smoke began pouring out of the crowd from seemingly everywhere, which complimented the psychedelic big screen video. I couldn’t deal with it, and had to bail from the middle of the crowd. The humanity was too thick, the smoke too heavy, and the sweat too pungent. I enjoyed the rest of thier set from afar, and they didn’t disappoint.

I like the sunshine and music, but sometimes the sheer number of people is overwhelming. Here’s an example of the number of people:

 

Off to go catch more bands!

–Alan Wiley

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