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HUBER HEIGHTS, OH-
“….The Midnight Cowgirls opened the night proper. There’s been a lot of buzz created over the last couple of years about this powerhouse quintet, and deservedly so. They have been burning up stages with their own brand of alt-country and pop rock that’s a little bit cowpunk, a little bit rock and roll, and 100% awesome. From Marlhy Murphy’s opening drum line for “Wedding Bell Blues” to the last note of their single “Born Free,” it was an onslaught of great music and cohesive stage presence.
This was my second time seeing them. The first time was in a little dive bar in Newport, Kentucky, on Father’s Day this year. The venue had shitty lighting and a tiny stage, but these ladies put on a show worthy of a big stage, so I was excited to see what they would do on the Rose Hall stage. Let’s just say they did not disappoint. They are such a dynamic band that incorporates all facets of a great live act: good, well-written music, a commanding stage presence, and a cohesive presentation. I have huge admiration for bands who look like they are genuinely having fun and actually like each other. It comes out in the performance.
The band is the brainchild of bassist and fashion designer Jennie Vee, who not only lays down the low end but also designs and creates the band’s costumes. They are a veritable supergroup of sorts, with vocalist Blaise Dahl, who has the swagger of Jagger, the command of Siouxsie Sioux, and the vocal prowess of Amy Lee as she leads the band. Drummer Marlhy Murphy is a steady powerhouse behind her kit, while guitarist Cassidy Fleeman laid down rhythms and sweet harmonies flawlessly. They were joined by guest lead guitarist Leilani Kilgore this time around.
The Los Angeles-based band delivered a powerful night of original music, rich harmonies, and standout musicianship from start to finish. Their set was all highlights, in my opinion. There was no lull in the song choices. The ones that definitely stood out, though, included the aforementioned “Wedding Bell Blues” and their latest single, “(Ain’t My First) Rodeo,” which was released on August 7 on all streaming platforms along with a coinciding music video. They covered Dave Edmunds’ “Queen of Hearts,” which was subsequently made famous by Juice Newton. The last four songs of the set were an onslaught of rocking goodness: “Keep On Truckin’,” “Bull By the Horns,” “Fuel My Fire,” and their finale, “Born Free,” which was the song that turned me on to them.
The Midnight Cowgirls demonstrated that their greatest strength isn’t any one performer. As a whole, they are a well-oiled machine. Each plays their part excellently. Sometimes, there are nights when you leave convinced you’ve just discovered a band on the verge of something much bigger. The band will be heading to the UK next spring on tour. It’s pretty great considering they crowdfunded these tours. My hope is for a full-length album ASAP. The Midnight Cowgirls are the real deal. Check them out when they come to a town near you. Stay in the loop at TheMidnightCowgirls.com…”
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