CT-based indie-Groove band Goose took over New York City this weekend for two sold-out performances at Bowery Ballroom (Friday) and Music Hall of Williamsburg (Saturday).
A lively capacity crowd erupted as Goose kicked off their 2020 winter/spring tour with a high-octane rendition of their original “Drive,” followed by a seamless segue into Wes Montgomery classic “Switchin’.” Attendees maintained their focus throughout the first set, as colorful solos by Rich Mitarotonda (guitar, vocals) and Peter Anspach (guitar, keys, vocals) carried “Lead the Way” and “Elizabeth.” For many, the highlight of set one was the 13-minute rendition of the Bill Withers classic “Lovely Day,” followed by a rousing rendition of “Honeybee.,” debuted last month at Goosemas.
Set two was far more exploratory, as the band fired up the crowd with “Into the Myst” and “Flowdown,” before settling into an extended “Echo of a Rose.” Other highlights included the debut of reggae-heavy “Bob O. John,” and an intense “Tumble” to close the set.
