Despite his goofy stage antics and irrefutable boyish charm, there is a confessional vulnerability in Mac that one would never encounter in Jimmy. There certainly is a charming, comedic and at times “boozy” vibe to both artists that would be a perfect accompaniment to lounging about dockside on a yacht while fishing or while relaxing in a hammock in a tropical cabana with an alcoholic beverage in one hand. Opener Mac Demarco warmed the audience up, performing some of his most popular songs (including “ Salad Days,” “ Ode To Viceroy” and “ Chamber of Reflection“), along with tracks off his new album released in May entitled “ This Old Dog.” Someone I recently talked to derisively called Demarco the “Jimmy Buffett of modern rock.” In some ways this description isn’t that far off the mark. On Saturday October 6th the Flaming Lips rocked the Santa Barbara Bowl with their unique blend of otherworldly sounds, inspired lyrics and theatrical stage antics that would put the cast of Cirque Du Soleil to shame.
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