Jack's Mannequin

Last summer I discovered the hotness that was Andrew McMahon (of Jack's Mannequin). Naturally I was thrilled when I discovered he would be coming to Salt Lake. I got my ticket and was planning to go with my pal Kimball; however, since my life is always ridiculous, Kimball lost his ticket the day of, but I was determined to see Andy McMahon dance while playing the piano and singing if it meant I had to go by myself. Luckily it did not come to that, as my friend Bryanne happened to be going with some of her friends. I hitched a ride up to Salt Lake with them and the rest is history. Andy and I got married and lived happily ever after. Wait, no, that didn't actually happen.

But we got to the concert and worked our way sneakily up towards the front. The place was so packed that it was difficult to move. Also, the people around us seemed to think that pushing and shoving was a good idea. I can definitely refute this claim. But we did end up with a pretty decent view.

This was definitely much closer than I was last summer. Also (this comment is for Megan) he had blondish hair this time - it was dark last summer.

I spent the next few hours screaming my lungs out and having a joyous time (while of course remaining on my guard in case the rather strong people behind me decided they needed to be instantaneously closer). Here's a little clip to show just how awesome Andrew McMahon really is. Yes he is standing on top of his piano (sorry about the sound quality/shakiness).



Obviously all of the songs were fantastic, but I must admit to being particularly thrilled by hearing the new version of Swim that was just released. It was a slower version accompanied only by Andy on the piano. Let me tell you, that man knows what he is doing when it comes to the piano. Here's a little snippet of the song (unfortunately I don't think he dances during it):



If you are still unsure as to whether or not I enjoyed the concert, here is a picture of Bryanne and I afterward. I think my face expresses what words cannot.