Twilight Concert Series has returnedto the Gallivan Center for another year of gathering Downtown for outdoor music and overall fun. This week’s musical guest is the American musician Robert DeLong, and he brings his high energy, electronic-infused, multi-instrumental experimental rock-pop style to Salt Lake City. Supporting DeLong for this summer concert, Utah-based group Mojave Nomads came along with DJ Erockalypze to help welcome in the crowds as they grab a beer and a spot on the grass as the sun heads down.
First up is DJ Erockalypze playing on the main stage to a growing crowd making their way in past the barricades to the grassy main amphitheater. Fusing a mix of popular hits as well as nostalgic oldie hits and using them together to create addictive dance-beats that put the crowd in a good mood.
Up next to the stage was five-piece local pop-rock band Mojave Nomads consisting of Tyler Harris for lead vocals/rhythm guitar, Colter Hill on lead guitar, Bryton Bell with the bass, Cole Eisenhour on percussion, Mason Hill covering synth/keys. By combining dance-rock and groovy electronic-vibes with stand out vocal work, Mojave Nomads establish their style and inspire the crowd to move their feet.
Headlining this whole shindig was, featured guest for the Twilight Concerts Series, Robert DeLong. DeLong could easily be described as an electronic musician, but that would sell short the overall experience within the production and music itself. DeLong also plays drums, keyboard, guitar, video game controllers and with lasers—Yes, lasers—all while providing vocals and manually manipulating all of the above for a live experience akin to a Bo Burnham–esque musical demonstration dialed to 11 that makes you want to dance yet stop just to watch the talent on stage. Crowd favorites such as “Favorite Color is Blue,” “Long Way Down” and “Jealousy” are all being absorbed by the crowd as they chanted along with the choruses, dance and watched Robert DeLong make his way anywhere and everywhere onstage, making this Thursday evening a great addition to the lineup of this summer concert series.
Matt, Liam, Ashley, Alex, Emily and Kamiya park for the evening on some of the only seats around. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Ruth, Massa, Shannon, Tyler, Kristina, Andi, Jory, Steve and Tony, slinging delicious brews for the 21+ crowd at the Twilight Concert Series. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Augie and Tenzin keeping the crowd safe as EMS for the Twilight Concert Series. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Rik, Adrian, Preston and John grab some food and a beverage before Robert DeLong takes the stage. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Owen, Diego, Parker and Henri scored some passes and are having a blast. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Crowds just off the stage swaying and dancing. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Robert DeLong Tees available to purchase at the merch tent. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
DJ Erockalypze mixing it up to get people on their feet and dancing. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Lead guitarist, Colter Hill for Mojave Nomads. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Mojave Nomads playing at Twilight Concert Series. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Lead vocals for Mojave Nomads provided by Tyler Harris. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Tyler Harris playing guitar for Mojave Nomads. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Bryton Bell, providing bass for Mojave Nomads at Twilight Concert Series. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Utah band, Mojave Nomads, supporting Robert DeLong at the Twilight Concert Series. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Robert DeLong using a visual set up to manipulate the streams of light. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
John Smith from Broadway Media thanking everyone for coming out and welcoming Robert DeLong to the Stage. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Robert DeLong enters on stage to a raucous applause and light show. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Audience member sports some amazing eyewear for the Robert DeLong show. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Robert DeLong playing drums along with an array of other musical instruments. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Robert DeLong playing another traditional drum kit on stage at Twilight Concert Series. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Back up drummer for Robert DeLong. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Robert DeLong on stage providing vocals as his creations loop in the background. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Robert DeLong on the keyboard console with mic in hand and a joystick at the ready for all the electronic alterations to his music. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Guest bassist for Robert DeLong. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Robert DeLong enters on stage with a microphone and Wii-remote in hand ready to melt your ears off. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Bass pumping and lights dimming, Robert DeLong playing in the dark. Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
Photo: Logan Sorenson | Lmsorenson.net
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