April 10th brought me to Philadelphia's Electric Factory to see an American band by the name of Beirut, led by Santa Fe native Zach Condon. A band not known for its wide but specific fan-base, but not its extensive touring, sold out Philly's largest club-venue in the wake of its third full-length release, "March of the Zapotec". Beirut's style is in large part influenced by Condon's travels to Paris, where he developed a love for a type of Balkan folk music. Led by Condon's trumpet and deep vocals, the Philadelphia crowd was told a story by each song the band played, which included new music as well as music from their roots. Their distinct sound is what makes Beirut who they are, and their live show only helps a fan to realize that more.
Jon Casalaina
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