04/08/2012

Review: Salto in Lisbon, FNAC Chiado [Showcase]

On the interview that this amazing band gave us a few weeks ago - find it here - they revealed this showcase that was going to happen on July 30, last Monday.
And gladly we didn't miss it.

With a full, relaxed but excited bunch of people, they started on time and eager to give their everything on that small stage.

Surprisingly, they started with Não Vês Futebol... Probably I was expecting them to follow the record's tracklist since it was a small performance to present their debut record but Salto proved to be a band ready to surprise when you least expect it.
The song has a very electronic introduction with an incredible act with a mix of many interesting instruments.

I was personally curious to see how they would react to this audience but especially how they were on their live performances.

Coração Bate Fora is one of the strongest songs of the record. And I really loved what they did on this showcase. This version was even better and at some point, they had everyone singing their powerful chorus. It's a briliant song!

They followed with Por Ti Demais and Saber Ser. Both incredible and both very well played.
They're always a smart choice on Salto's setlist because they are so danceable, so catchy and warm.
The variations along the songs are so rich, they are really good on what they do.
Salto are great on studio but greater on live performances.
Curious note: For those who know the Portuguese program dedicated to music, Planeta Música, will recognize the excellent guitar riff that appears on the song Por Ti Demais.

O Teu Par is a very beautiful song, a romantic song with a rock touch.
Clearly, one of the public's audience. Claps, dance and joy... This song is very spiritful.

Canção Diagonal is at the end of the record but it's not forgotten. It reminds of a Saturday afternoon, near the beach. Sounds like summer and party.
And Salto's performances are complete parties since the very beginning. Just inspiring!

Sem 100, surprised me. James Blake and Pet Shop Boys are on this song. It's powerful live song where they can really show their value. A highlight to this song, this is really impressive the power of it. Speechless!

The debut single Deixar Cair concluded the small showcase.
Previously, we described the song as "delicious, incredible and really catchy". After the show, I double our description.

It's the best way to end such a strong performance from which they gave their everything.

There was time to laugh, to speak with the audience but it was also clear their sweetness, humbleness and their will to give a big show and include everyone.
The people were really warm and sang every word of each song which is impressive for a band that has just released their album.

At the end, people ask for an encore and Salto made it happen.
After a funny conversation with the audience, the band played O Teu Par and Coração Bate Fora again - the fans were excited.


An unexpected end that proved how bright Salto's future is.

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