As the thrill of international artists returning to our shores grows one of the ones I most excited for was Lucy Dacus. Normally I would have attended her Sydney show but work placed me in Melbourne. So with good fortune I attended her Melbourne show at the Forum last Wednesday night. Firstly, what a great venue. Big room with Roman style ornaments and a beautiful blue ceiling. And as expected the music matched the venue. Lucy is a performer of not just great talent but also one of beautiful energy.  

The crowd was excited and ready to sing along to everything. And so they did with full and emphatic voice.

Last year Lucy released her excellent third album in 'Home Video' and this set was heavily composed of that album. My favourites were 'VBS' and the beautiful 'Cartwheel'. 'Thumbs' was especially beautiful too. Of course I loved older tracks such as the fearsome 'Timefighter' and of course the extremely excellent 'Night Shift'. Another bonus was several luminaries (Julia Jacklin, Gordi, Alex Lahey) joining the band for a singalong on 'Going Going Gone'. To top the night off Lucy closed the night solo with a new song in 'Bus'. An excellent end to a completely wonderful night.

Set List

First Time

Addictions

Hot & Heavy

Christine

VBS

Cartwheel

Yours & Mine

Timefighter

Partner in Crime

Brando

Fool's Gold

Thumbs

Going Going Gone

I Don't Wanna Be Funny Anymore

Kissing Lessons

Dancing in the Dark (Bruce Springsteen cover)

Night Shift

Triple Dog Dare

Bus