A Bizarre Celebration

A little over a year ago, Jenna (master of the mix-cd) shook up my world with a CD so good I began to question my beloved hip hop. It was impossible not to smile and want to dance while listening to this CD. Just a little electronica, a pinch of pop, and a dash of disco is all it took to make me a huge fan of OF MONTREAL. So on Friday, Jenna and I went to Roseland Ballroom to open our eyes and ears to this quirky band that defies conventions.

The band members all have their own crazy style and personality. I love this chick's tutu!

At one point, the lead singer came out on a white horse. A LIVE white horse!

Oh, and he wasn't wearing much. Just a pair of hot pants.

During one song, the lead singer came out dressed as a Centaur and another man as a Satyr. They played out a battle for the attention of two woman dressed like they were from the 1800s. This turned into a weird scene that caused Jenna and I to look at each other and say, "HUH"? I was too busy picking my jaw up off the floor to take a picture. So you'll just have to imagine the scene. I'll just tell you that fruit was involved.

There were some very interesting characters dancing around.

Every song made you want to sing along...

and boogie.

After the show, my body felt like I had done an extreme workout (a good one though!). I had a crazy fun time and I cannot thank Jenna enough for introducing me to this amazing band!