I saw the Heiruspecs at Suite G in Fremont last night. My expectations were fairly high, because they’re known for their live performances. It was my first time at Suite G, which is a very small venue. The audience was small, there were probably 100 people there, with 20-30 actually standing up near the stage. To their credit, the Heiruspecs managed to keep an energetic set in spite of the venue and low attendance.
Unfortunately, their live set was not as impressive as I hoped. The Roots’ live performances are dynamic and engaging in part because of difference between their live and studio renditions. In contrast, the Heiruspecs’ live set sounded like their CD (at least their first album and EP, I have not heard their latest), which, although good, didn’t live up to expectations.
Solid (B-)