Was out on a school night at the Horseshoe Tavern last night to see The Fairest and Best. I’d met front man Robert Graham a couple of years ago at a Red Sandcastle Theatre fundraiser – and had a chance to sample some of his solo work Storm in a Teacup, but this was my first time hearing him with the band.
The band played a short, early set – an eclectic mix of pop, 80s-inspired rock and Latin stylings on a variety of themes, from sweet love songs (“Do You Believe in Love?”) to rockin’ anthems of social commentary/consciousness (“Refugee”). Quirky, fun and engaging, the band got the crowd movin’ and groovin’.
The Fairest and Best features some outstanding musicianship and tight vocals with excellent harmonies. Band members are: Robert Graham (lead vocals and keyboard), Tony Nesbitt-Larking (drums), Darryl Wood (bass guitar and vocals), Gerry Williams (guitar and vocals), Jimmy Reilly (guitar and vocals) and Caitlin Holland (vocals).
Keep an eye out for these guys; check out their upcoming show dates here. You can follow The Fairest and Best on Facebook and Twitter – and stay tuned for their upcoming EP release later this year.
Here are some pix from last night’s festivities:
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