The Figgs @ Jen and Dave's House, NJ [5/26/07]

The Figgs, "Jumping Again" (from 2006's Follow Jean Through the Sea) [BUY]

So I've decided what I want to do when I grow up. I want to own a house with a decent-sized living room (or basement, or whatever) and throw a series of house concerts.

Last night we were lucky enough to catch The Figgs - one of the best live bands around - at the home of a very nice couple named Jen and Dave just outside of Philadelphia. Jen and Dave have been doing this for years, hosting musicians such as Graham Parker, John Wesley Harding, The Silos and more. It's not a fancy setup, with about 50 folding chairs set up in a living room and a small setup of food and soda in the kitchen. But it was a lot of fun, and an opportunity to see a great band in a fascinating new environment. If you're in the area, check out Jen and Dave's website for info on their coming shows, and those of their friends.

As for the Figgs, they were, as usual, fantastic.