Old school indie rockers, Sebadoh, are out on tour in support of their most recent studio album, Act Surprised. A much loved band of my youth, I was sure to catch Sebadoh on the main stage at Black Cat in DC on July 23, 2019. 

Sebadoh, never straying from their musical roots, played a heartfelt set of catchy rock songs mostly off the bands newest release. They did however mix a bit of distorted 90’s melancholy into their set.  Following a short break for tuning and more beer, singer-songwriter, Lou Barlow, hit the stage with bassist/guitarist/vocalist Jason Lowenstein, and drummer Bob D’Amico wowing the crowd with some Sebadoh classics and fan favorites. 

The final encore included friendly banter between band and audience, and a few great Sebadoh songs including Magnet’s Coil, License to Confuse, Rebound, Ocean, and Brand New Love. 

Here are some photos of Sebadoh performing on the main stage at Black Cat in DC on July 23, 2019. All images copyright and courtesy of Andy Jillson.