Last night I had the privilege of watching The Milk Carton Kids perform at the Largo at the Coronet Theatre in Hollywood. It was a magical night that felt special and significant – like somehow a little piece of history was being made. There was just something about their old-fashioned microphones, red velvet curtain backdrop and hanging Edison light bulbs in the perfectly-sized tiny theatre to set the stage for something truly incredible. It was an evening of collaboration with fellow artists that felt a little bit like an old radio show, reminiscent of the Prairie Home Companion.
Seeing The Milk Carton Kids perform live is one of my favorite things – not only because I like their music but because of their witty on-stage banter (like when Joey Ryan monologues about the history of ligatures and the etymology of the word ‘ampersand’ – something this fellow typophile can relate to). I felt myself continually flip between laughter and wonder for two hours as I watched the endless display of talent walk on stage. The LA based folk duo invited their friends to each perform a few songs with them. Among the musicians, I was especially excited to see Joe Purdy, Ed Helms and John C. Reilly and their performances did not disappoint. Like I said before: magical.
(P.S. Isn’t their show poster design rad too? Right now I have it hanging in my studio for inspiration.)

So here’s a little song for your Thursday: Honey, Honey by The Milk Carton Kids.