Yellowcard (Ryan Key, vocals and guitar. Sean Mackin, vocals and violin. Longineu Parsons III, drums. Peter Mosely, bass. Ryan Mendez, guitar.)  is out touring in support of their latest album Paper Walls. It’s a great album and while they didn’t play a lot of it last night, they did play a few of my favorites like "The Takedown" and "Light up the Sky." They also played a few from their first two albums and the crowd cheered when the first few chords of "Ocean Avenue" and "Lights and Sounds" began. The guys have such a lot of energy and were really good about getting the crowd to participate.  

Another thing I love about the small venues is that you make friends easily. Get a couple of drinks in you and stand in someone’s personal space it’s a guaranteed thing. That or a fist fight breaks out. Thanks by the way to the six foot plus guy who took such great pictures for me and then traded spots with me, since he just happened to be blocking my view of the stage. Next time I might just wear a pair of four inch heels myself if it will give me the edge on the crowd.   

It was a fantastic night. Check out Yellowcard’s and Shiny Toy Guns’ site for tour dates and if they are coming anywhere near you, go see them. You will not be disappointed. And then call me because I want to go too.