A band’s greatest asset in a live setting is its ability to collaborate onstage. Sharing vocal duties can be a tall task for any band, as there’s always a risk of disrupting the flow of a set. It’s not just about technical ability or confidence – it’s a question of trust in one another, knowing that every single member will do their part and carry their responsibilities to the finish line.
Dutch Interior not only excelled in all these aspects but executed them at such a high level Saturday night at The DLC, a testament to why seeing a band perform live remains one of the greatest thrills in rock music. Dutch Interior has released three albums that showcase their growth and willingness to challenge themselves, never sacrificing heart and soul for flashy technical prowess. The heart of the band is fully on display during their live performances. They’ve mastered their instruments so they can focus on being human on stage.
Early in the set, singer/guitarist Conner broke a guitar string and looked visibly upset, but he stayed on top of it and played through the song. Once the song ended, he quickly moved forward and asked for some help. He borrowed a guitar from the opening band, and his bandmate Jack asked, “How do you feel playing on that guitar?” Conner simply replied, “Eh,” prompting Jack to call him out. That kind of exchange is indicative of a band that can adapt and bounce back from anything while delivering a dynamic set across various genres and styles.
Toward the end of the set, someone in the crowd walked in, yelling, “What the fuck? Hell yeah, bro!” as the band played some country music (“Horse”). They fluidly switched from haunting indie rock, sung by Shane, to chaotic, blissed-out walls of sound to close the night. This kind of collaboration within a band is refreshing and not something often seen. The future looks incredibly bright for these six musicians, and we can’t wait to see what they do next.
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