As I type this review, the memories of an unbelievable show put on by The Lonely H linger in my mind and make my heart soar. I've always sworn that I was born in the wrong era, and these guys give me hope that great throwback music can be found in this day and age.

To start the show, lead singer Mark Fredson gave us an important tidbit of information: "This is Eric's first show with out a mustache. He's had it since high school."

Eric admitted, "I feel naked." On that note, the audience was given a clue about the general vibe put off by these dudes: super laid back.

Hailing all the way from the rainy town of Port Angeles, Wash., The Lonely H takes us back to the classic sounds of American blues rock ala The Eagles, Tom Petty, and the Stones. This foursome has been all over the country (NY, IL, NB, MS, and more) in a crappy old van "with no AC!" When prompted, they said that "a European tour would be ideal. Like Spain or Prague." They call themselves a "denim rock" band. What exactly is denim rock? Well, I had to ask…

This article appears in Jul 8-14, 2009.