Clairo and Arlo Parks at The Paramount Theater in Seattle, WA on March 19th, 2022.
Clairo and Arlo Parks brought their bedroom pop to life at the Paramount Theatre in Seattle, WA while touring for the former’s recently released Sling album released in mid-2021. The scattered lamps throughout the stage not only assisted in the living room vibes, but also provided cozy illumination throughout the show. Big ol’ (if consent is given) hug to the lighting team for Clairo’s tour, every photographer in the pit thanks you! Wow.
The show really was beautiful and it reminded me of the absolute – unlike any other – joys of live music. Even those I might not have realized I’d missed over the last couple years; subtleties live performances allow that studio versions simply can’t replicate: when the lights go down and you feel your heart start to race, the ear piercing scream of a fan nearby as the artist does “their thing” – and of course the incredible talent of artists’ band members. Genuine shoutout to the bands of both Arlo Parks and Clairo for their energy and skill.
While many of us are likely familiar with Clairo’s songs “Pretty Girl,” “Bubblegum” or “Softly”, Clairo reminded us why we waited two years for this. Live performances are just that – alive. During the last chorus of "Softly," instruments were punctuating the beat, the chorus rose, Clairo pointed the microphone at the crowd, and they screamed out the words “Do you think that we could move closer baby, I want youuu” and then the dancing began again. There was a barely contained energy and excitement as fans who waited for 6 hours outside the venue blended with newcomers who were happy to be back in a music venue.
Arlo Parks was an absolute pleasure to photograph and witness live. Such positive energy in both her performance and songs, acknowledging it can be hard to find your place especially when falling in love with your friends in her song “Eugene”.
Both Clairo and Parks are female presenting with songs aimed at female love interests: “Bags," "Sofia," "Green Eyes," and "Pretty Girl." With her ponytail swinging at the end of her show, Clairo brought up the rainbow flag a fan handed to her – thanked everyone for coming and have a good night.
Take Care,
E
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