We can all pretty much expect what a concert will be. We show up, listen to music, dance a little bit, and have some fun. It is not often we are completely blown away and floored by a concert. However, the Matt and Kim concert on April 17th at the Riviera Theater did just that. This spectacle was a visually stunning and exciting upbeat masterpiece of a concert, that to its very core was pure entertainment. This duo put on a show that made for an amazing time.

The two opening acts made for a great precursor to the main Matt and Kim show. The first band to perform was Future Feats. This pop rock group did a great job of riling up the crowd and getting us concert ready. Led by lead-singer Josh, the band introduced me and other members of the audience to their music and left a lasting impression. Josh did a great job of engaging with the audience, and even though his voice got off pitch quite often, the energy and passion he exuded disqualified any chance of negative attitudes towards them.

After Future Feats, the next band to perform was Tokyo Police Club. This indie-band hailing from Ontario, Canada gave a high quality and fascinating performance. The soft and meandering melodies captivated the audience as well as myself. Lead singer David Monks’ haunting voice took center stage as the main appeal of the band. However, where the band excelled at musical talent, their stage presence could be much improved. The connection with the audience wasn’t as strong and the previous band, and the dancing was pretty low energy. Despite this, they still were able to entertain with their incredible musical ability, and they definitely did not feel out of place in the concert.

The first two acts in this concert were incredibly entertaining; yet, the definite highlight was the main act, Matt and Kim. Starting at the moment they jumped onto the stage, this high energy and massively fun duo gave an extremely entertaining performance. With intense audience engagement, and their consistent push to get us to party with them, it was impossible not to have a fun time. They were funny, carefree, and amazing musicians and that mix makes for a nearly perfect concert. From a giant inflatable penis to a THC inspired cover of ‘Bohemian Rhapsody,” there was no limit to the Matt and Kim’s eccentric stage presence. They laughed and swore with us, and they didn’t feel like the untouchable gods some artists present themselves as on stage. They were authentic and true to themselves. The upbeat electronic music was exhilarating to hear in the venue. Kim’s amazing drumming ability provided a great dance beat, and it went perfectly with Matt’s singing. The music was happy and fun, just like the people singing it.

The show had great production value, great music, and great people. Matt and Kim make amazing music, but they are absolutely spectacular on stage. They are able to entertain and thrill the audience and myself. They provide a nearly flawless show that is great fun, and I am now a bigger fan having went.