Some bands don’t take long to catch on, but truly grasping the sounds that some create might be an ongoing endeavor.
And though many modern acts are forging a fresh path in the realm of psychedelia, few if any can match the mystique, allure and style of Allah-Las, who recently performed at the 9:30 Club.
Formed in Los Angeles 2008, the group was making an artistic impression and a name for itself within a few years. Now, five albums deep, Allah-Las has amassed critical praise for their intoxicating and care-free recipe of surf and lo-fi garage rock.
Listen to Allah-Las latest album, Zuma 85, via Spotify:
The band’s been out in support of its latest album, Zuma 85, and as part of the anticipated tour, it astonished the 9:30 Club the night of April 16 with a set that drew from across the outfit’s remarkable catalogue.
Allah-Las is Miles Michaud (vocals, guitar), Pedrum Siadatian (lead guitar, vocals), Matthew Correia (percussion, vocals), and Spencer Dunham (bass, vocals).
On this tour, it also features the visual creation of Allah-Las’ good friend Dominic Santos, who was working hard in the venue last week to ensure the proper and timely projection of transfixing imagery that appeared to be dreamt from or created alongside the band’s perplexing songs.
Revisit Allah-Las premier self-titled album from 2012 via Spotify:
Another addition for this tour, this performance showcased the keyboard skills of Frank Maston, who joined the Allah-Las for the main set but, along with Sam Blasucci of Mapache, was one of two openers to make for a gratifying Tuesday night in the nation’s capital.
Setlists
No Werewolf (The Frantics)
Tell Me (What’s On Your Mind)
The Stuff
Busman’s Holiday
Prazer em te conhecer
In The Air
Jelly
Polar Onion
Right On Time
Sacred Sands
Catalina
The Fall
Sandy
Blue Flower (Mazzy Star)
Encore
Could Be You
Catamaran
Below are home-rolled/developed/scanned photos of Allah-Las along with the night’s opening acts, Maston and Sam Blasucci, performing at 9:30 Club in Washington DC the evening of April 16, 2024. All photos copyright and courtesy of Casey Ryan Vock.
Allah-Las
Sam Blasucci
Maston
