Andy McKee
Benaroya Hall, Seattle, WA
12.11.14
Self-made guitar man Andy McKee visited Seattle on Thursday night, surrounding himself with the heavy wood and brass of the symphony stage and a couple thousand faces who were eager to see the magic with their own eyes. Benaroya Hall came to a breathless hush, as Andy McKee picked out the powerful first notes of “Common Ground.” The stage held two guitars and a table, on top of which stood a single bottle of water. McKee sat bent over his guitar, intertwined not only with the strings, but equally engaged with the crowd. He seemed genuinely happy during each song, and interacted playfully with the audience. Applauding at the announcement of each song, it was apparent that McKee has built a loyal, enthusiastic fan base. He played a total of 18 songs, finishing the evening with a cover of Michael Hedges’ “Aerial Boundaries.”
Be sure to check out our interview with Andy McKee, as Seattle Music News delves into the intricacies of his musical influences, less-than-memorable performances, and personal grooming habits.
Andy McKee Set List:
Common Ground
Drifting
Hunter’s Moon
Africa (Toto cover)
Everybody Wants to Rule the World (Tears for Fears cover)
The Reason
For My Father
Rylynn
Keys to the Hovercar
Away
Into the Ocean
The Friend I Never Met
Art of Motion (on baritone)
Mythmaker
Heather’s Song
Ebon Coast
Tight Trite Night (Don Ross cover)
Aerial Boundaries (Michael Hedges cover)
Review and photos by Phillip Johnson
Andy McKee
