The Head & the Heart, Aragon Ballroom, Chicago, Illinois

It was another relatively warm Chicago night at the Aragon Ballroom. The Head & the Heart’s show was sold out but I was able to pick up a ticket at the last minute from a friend who could no longer attend. As before, we killed a bit of time at the Green Mill while waiting for the long line to subside. Despite being sold out, there was plenty of room throughout the main hall, so we slid into a comfy spot less than halfway back. The band consists of six performers: Josiah Johnson (vocals, guitar, percussion), Jonathan Russell (vocals, guitar, percussion), Charity Rose Thielen (violin, vocals), Chris Zasche (bass), Kenny Hensley (piano), and Tyler Williams (drums). I had a good idea of what to expect since I have seen the Head & the Heart several times before, going back to their opening up the Other Stage on Sunday afternoon at Bonnaroo 2011. The show wasn't too surprising but certainly a fun time and a great way to spend a Saturday evening, including a setlist that covered much of their catalogue.  Other than a few lights, the theatrics where pretty stripped down.

Setlist:
Cats and Dogs
Coeur d'Alene

Homecoming Heroes
Ghosts
Honey Come Home
Josh McBride
Cruel
Another Story
Lost in My Mind
Shake
10,000 Weight in Gold
Winter Song
Let's Be Still
Sounds Like Hallelujah
Rivers and Roads
Encore:
No One to Let You Down
Springtime
Summertime
Down in the Valley