Union Transfer

Real Estate is one of the criminally under looked bands of the last twenty years. The set was tight and crisp for the most part. Hopefully they do more touring in the future as they barely scratched the surface of their extensive catalogue of catchy and hypnotic tunes. The venue itself is cool other than the staff being a little aggressive and edgy for some reason. Great sound though.

Health was great. I'd describe them live as intense. The Union Transfer is my favorite venue in Philly so it was a perfect spot to catch them. If you're into people watching, it doesn't get any better than a show like this. It was like goth meets cyber-punk. My only complaint is that Health only played for like an hour and 20min. They put on a great show, but I would have loved more. They don't do encores. Also, Pixel Grip(opening band) was awesome. I'd highly, highly recommend getting there early enough to catch them. They definitely have a new fan. We got there as the first opener was on so I can't comment on them. Venue opened at 7:00, show started at 8:00, Pixel Grip came on at 8:50, and played till 9:30. Health came on around 9:45 and played a little past 11. Go see this tour!

I totally thought her tour dates were over. Certainly didn’t realize my work trip was going to be this close to the venue. I found out she was 30 minutes away from me 15 minutes before the show started ! The spontaneity did not fail to disappoint! Such an amazing crowd and show !

INCREDIBLE SHOW! The venue is huge. 3 bars, 2 bathrooms, large area around stage with 2 sectioned off areas for ADA and a balcony. The Ataris were pretty good, but MXPX was amazing. They put on such a good show with high energy and every song was a banger. It is definitely in my Top 5 shows I have ever been to. Loved being able to meet them at the end. They are great guys.

Stunningly didn’t suck (philly venues tend to just have local yokels at the sound boards). Gorgeously loud and didn’t waste time with stage banter and made my day. I have seen J Spaceman a few times way way way back and this was the best time yet and I sorta was stunned and speechless by usual Come Together was this time as closer. Professional as always. Light show were somehow not terrible and was all Spiritualizing I guess.

If you like R&B, soulful rock, folk…... grab a friend, a date or go alone, you will appreciate a performer who gives his all, you can hear it and see that they don’t “mail it in”. If you remember only the song New Shoes, forget that, he might only do that as part of a medley…. check his Paolo Nutini essentials on Spotify. Saw him in 2014 in Boston, looong hiatus until recently with new album and 2023 tour. As for Union Transfer, nice venue, generally standing GA only. Centrally located, if you’re a walker, you can AirBnB near here and spend time at historic area(Liberty Bell, Independence Hall etc). We got there 30 min before doors open, went right upstairs to front of balcony which gave us unobstructed view(important, if you are on the shorter side) Bar prices and water prices were reasonable, $4 water, $10 drinks. Lastly, remember this, Paolo Nutini is largely unknown in states, he still hangs in his hometown in Scotland. If you travel overseas you might catch him in UK etc. If you liked Rod Stewart before his raspy pipes blew out, now imagine if Rod could sing like Paolo….. drive, train or fly…… I have seen live Dylan, Three Dog Night, Moody Blues(x2), Steve Winwood, Joe Cocker, Steely Dan, Phoebe Snow, Paul Simon, Barry Manilow, Liza Minnelli, Steve Miller Band, Carole King, Ryan Adams, Sting, Pat Benatar, Chicago, Counting Crows, Rod Stewart(x2). All were excellent except shows #2 for both Moody Blues and Rod Stewart(both Justin Heywards and Rods pipes were shot). All the other shows were 30+ years ago, except Ryan Adams(highly recommended alt-country, folk rock prolific singer songwriter, largely under the radar) 2007 and Paolo(2014 & 2023). Ryan is also on long 2023 Tour, no not Summer of ‘69, that was BRIAN Adams. You will not be disappointed

Simply amazing. I only wish I was a little bit taller because the times that I did have full view... just wow. The chemistry and love and respect for each and every phenomenal talent that was on that stage.. just wow. I was truly moved and loved how Gregory had these special little moments with each person on the stage and how they built each song. Just seriously magic. Beyond the wishing to be about 3 inches taller, the only thing that could have made this show better is if I was closer so I was around people actually engaging and appreciating the just amazing music that was being played for us. (Granted that's my bad for being around or near the bar area, and not working my way forward). Thank you to every single person on the stage at union transfer last night in Philly, truly just magic.

It was an awesome concert! However. As someone with a VIP pass, it would have been nice to take individual photos with the group instead of a group photo because of covid. Maybe If covid is still around next SWS event, you ask for covid vaccination cards and give wrist bands for covid-free individuals. At least for VIP attendees~ ♡︎

lack of rest and use of drugs took a toll on their on stage performance. the lead writes and plays music like a genius but organizes his words and music sheets like, well, less than a genius. the energy was at a weird place that made their performance look between carefree and unprofessional.

We bought tickets months ago the day they went on sale. Huge fans and were looking forward to this at our favorite Philly venue. The sound was ATROCIOUS. I can't believe I'm saying this but it completely ruined the show. Even the staff there were aware. All mids and bass with zero high end. I've worked in music for over 30 years and this was the worst sonic experience I've ever encountered. Yes I heard they rushed the sound check but this was no excuse. The good news is the lighting was fantastic.

The gecs really phoned it in. Everything but vocals was just played on a laptop sitting on a trashcan, and they were honestly just kind of fcking around but not in a good way. No stage presence, really limited interaction with the audience, same lame “I’ve had cheesesteaks before.” Laura Les was much more personable than Dylan. However, I don’t think it was worth $30 a head, even though 1000 gecs and the tree of clues was one of my favorite albums to loop this year. I feel like I’ll listen to it less after this experience. The crowd was wild, a bunch of people who have not really been to many shows just crushing the front like Astroworld. We were two people back from the barrier, and had to move out because things got really out of hand. I usually love an aggressive crowd, but these people had no core what they were doing.

You don’t watch this band, you feel them, you grab them, you hold them up and pass them around the room like that last bottle of beer on the wall. This show was like receiving first communion between the legs of a giddy brothel madam perched atop a player piano in a ghost town saloon. Thanks for the double encore gents. A singular class act in the annals and Anals of rock n’ roll. Thanks for the shave it was good to be 14 again for two hours on December 30th 2019. I’m 43 again now but my 14 y/o son will remember this as his first “club” show and for once the old man wasn’t full of shit, it was everything I promised him it would be. Great venue the coat room girls were awesome .

AMAZING! definitely going again next time they come... there was mosh pits, crowd surfing, and all around the audience made the show 20x better. remo drive was so happy and jumpy on stage which really set the mood and made everyone hyper too. one of the opening acts, slow pulp, said our crowd was the best throughout the entire tour and i feel bad for those who weren’t there to experience it ❤️❤️❤️

La dispute was better in person than I could have imagined. Every member of the band and the guest musicians who helped with Panorama put off such positive energy and performed incredibly well. I had been anticipating seeing them live for several years until this show, and they did not disappoint. Also, Jordan made a point to stop in between songs at one point and had a short speech about how the venue that night was a safe place for everyone with no tolerance for bigotry and hatred, and that really brought the audience together I think. All in all, it was an absolutely phenomenal night.

Jay and the guys were more amazing than ever before. I have never heard a man sing the way Jay sings. He throws his whole life into each and every song. The venue was fantastic too, not one bad place to watch this band. The lightning and acoustics were perfect. It was a wonderful, small, intimate way to hear my FAVORITE band.

one of the best shows i’ve seen live and that says a lot since i’ve been to tons of shows. the dudes really know how to rock out and put on a great show. my friends and i had a awesome time together. the setlist was incredible. i’ve waited a while to see them live, and let me tell you, it’s 1000% well worth the wait.