November 7 2014 in a small location in Amsterdam called Bitterzoet the band Kongos put up quite a show. The band consists of 4 brothers and the type of music is quite difficult to explain, but I'll try my best. It's a fresh sound in the rock genre with drum beats that are rather influenced by African drums. It's sort of rhythmic rock, rock with an african bite if you will.
The concert was very cheap (10 euros) and since I like their album I had no reason whatsoever not to go and check them out. I have seen a number of 'smaller' bands and I am willing to bet that the Kongos will not remain as small as they are now. They gave a great live show.
The musicality of these 4 brothers shows how talented they are, and they already have a strong connection and chemistry with the audience. They write and play their music and everyone of them plays an irreplaceable role in the band:
- Dylan Kongos – bass guitar, lap slide guitar, vocals
- Daniel Kongos – guitar, vocals
- Jesse Kongos – drums, percussion, vocals
- Johnny Kongos – accordion, keyboard, vocals
Even though Johnny stood at the far side of the stage, but that would be because of the small venue.
And even their stage manager came onstage for 2 songs showing that he's a great MC.
They've played mostly their songs from the album 'Lunatic' and as encore they've played 2 songs from their father. So, all in all it was a great show displaying what a talented family they are. Oh and a lot of head banging with hair going in all directions ~ awesome!
Oh and they actually are very cool guys. They mingled with the crowd after the show and I even got to meet them!
If you're curious on what kind of music they make, here's a youtube playlist you can listen to (I highly recommend you do)
