Concert Recap: Her Leather Jacket
Words and Photos by Paria Assemi
On Monday, November 11, 2024, Her Leather Jacket took the stage at The Wayfarer in Costa Mesa, CA, delivering an electrifying performance. Enchanting the crowd with their energetic blend of rock and raw charisma, the band enchanted the crowd with its intimate venue, which set the scene as a perfect space for a night that illuminated both the band’s musical mastery and their undeniable stage presence.
Leading the stage, Manny Blu, the band's frontman, brought powerful and rich vocals to set the tone for the evening. He kicked off the lively performance with “One Of Everything,” and immediately, it was certain he had the crowd ready for more. His soul-filled vocals covered the entire venue, mixing accents of country and rock that had everyone grooving along. Not to forget Joel Andrusik on guitar, Tom Lohrmann on bass, and Wes Snyder on drums. The band seamlessly drove the performance forward with nonstop energy, accentuating each track with roaring beats that kept the momentum at a high.
A major highlight of the night was when Blu connected with the crowd and shared some intimate details about their song “Looking For My Ghost” and what it meant to him. The band was able to turn the vibes around and slow it down for a bit with that track; moving the audience with their heartfelt lyrics. Their setlist was a perfect blend of fan favorites and recent releases, making an unforgettable night that proved their show was a set not worth missing!
As the show was coming to a close, Blu thanked the crowd for making their way down on a Monday night to enjoy some live music and vibe out, his absolute gratitude was definitely felt by everyone in that room. Wrapping it up, the band played their most recent release, “Madness In My Mind” which seemed to be an audience favorite– a blazing finale that left everyone wanting more. If Her Leather Jacket happens to be on your side of the town, you’re going to want to check them out!
Check out their upcoming tour dates:
11.18 - Portland, OR Star Theatre
11.19 - Seattle, WA High Dive
11.22 - Nashville, TN Marathon Music Works
11.26 - Minneapolis, MN 7th St Entry
11.27 - Green Bay, WI Epic Event Center
