Review: Night Moves at The Atlantis on Sept. 21
- Sabrina Bailey
- 3 days ago
- 1 min read
Last month, Minneapolis-based indie rock band Night Moves transported The Atlantis back to
the 1970s with their nostalgic, dreamy, and psychedelic sound. Touring in support of their latest
album, Double Life, the group delivered on their promise of “cosmic-twang rock disco” with a set that
felt both retro and refreshingly alive. Rachel Bobbitt, their opening act, was a surprise gem of the show.
Armed with only her acoustic guitar and stripped-back vocals, she was a pleasure to listen to! The crowd itself
was intimate and eclectic, a mix of loyal fans and newcomers there to listen, drink, and dance. Dressed
in ’70s-inspired outfits that bordered on gimmicky, the band nonetheless earned that aesthetic with
their authentic sound. Frontman John Pelant’s vocals and the group’s lush, twangy guitars created an
atmosphere that was nostalgic without feeling dated. While Double Life is a good record, Night Moves’
live performance really elevated every track. It wasn’t a massive spectacle, but it was a good time! Night
Moves put on a fun, free-spirited show—the kind that reminds you why live music, no matter the scale,
is a good idea.