The Backseat Lovers at Capitol Theatre in Salt Lake City on their Waiting to Spill tour on November 23rd, 2022.
The Backseat Lovers, an indie rock band from Provo, Utah, came back home for their last two shows of the year for their Waiting to Spill tour. I attended the last date - November 23rd, and it was amazing. They know how to capture an audience's attention and love like no other.
The Backseat Lovers played their sophomore LP, Waiting to Spill in its entirety that night. The record came out just before Halloween, October 28th, and is a brilliant follow-up to their debut, When We Were Friends. Waiting to Spill is a maturity of their sound, with depth and heavy on the instrumental aspect. It's worth the listen if you're looking for something soft and fulfilling.
That night was fantastic and I wish I could relive it. The fans were bright and welcoming, friendly to anyone new to this band just like me. While waiting in the cold for the venue doors to be open, I briefly chatted with some young fans who traveled over an hour to see their much-loved band from their hometown, talking about how The Backseat Lovers used to play in little venues but look at where they are now! They're playing in big venues in big cities and even festivals. These young fans spoke with such passion and pride, mentioning how they were musicians too, implying that The Backseat Lovers were their inspiration.
The Backseat Lovers are a band that is one of my favorites, and they did not disappoint. If you have a chance to go see them next year, take it! You won't regret it.
