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Come replace your middle brother with a new favorite, Matthew Logan Vasquez. He'll play live at Cactus Club on his solo tour on Wednesday, May 30. The show starts at 9 p.m. with opening acts Parker Gispert and Brett Newski.
Price of admission
It doesn’t get much cheaper than a $13 general admission ticket. Click here to buy. Or, if you struggle with commitment, buy your ticket at the door for $15.
Why you can’t miss it
Matthew Logan Vasquez, or MLV for short, has been a part of several different groups over the past decade. But regardless of the name on the drum kit, he puts on one of the best shows you will ever see. Although he’s best known for his work as the lead singer in the band Delta Spirit, he is currently touring as a solo act.
At past solo shows in Milwaukee, he’s played a healthy mix of Delta songs, his own originals and, probably most importantly, songs from his folk supergroup collaboration, Middle Brother. Even if you don’t know the songs going in, there no chance that you won’t leave this show a fan.
Song starter pack
The Hit: "Bushwick Blues" by Delta Spirit
One of the hits from his days in Delta spirit, this song has both an electric guitar-heavy recording and a slower, harmonica-laden acoustic version. Both are great, but give them a listen and decide for yourself on which one you think is best.
The B-Side Beauty: "Austin" by Matthew Logan Vasquez
This deeply personal long form ballad about Vasquez’s youth is a window into his life and the moments that made him the artist he is today. It has over a 15-minute runtime, but will hold your interest all the way through.
Can’t Wait to See It Live: "Blue Eyes" by Middle Brother
Even though this song comes from the Middle Brother sessions, it is a staple at most MLV solo shows and often the highlight.
