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With their boisterous, vintage R&B sound that almost literally jumps out of your speakers, Ryan shaw’s recordings have “there’s no way this guy doesn’t kick ass in concert” stamped all over them. Among the bandwagon hoppers who have embraced classic, 1960s production values, Ryan Shaw’s voice and rousing delivery ring loud and clear above the rest. By its very nature, because it relies on time-proven formulas, any overtly retro music always comes tainted by the possibility that it was calculated by some shady producer with dollar signs in his eyes. But there’s absolutely no denying Shaw’s passion. Or the way his records crackle with energy and verve. Instead of merely carbon-copying from established Motown/Stax blueprints, Shaw’s work reflects a savvy mix of old and new production techniques. Clearly, he wasn’t tapped as Van Halen’s reunion tour opener for nothing, and his enthusiasm translates easily for fans of any genre. All ages. 7:30 set time.
Mon., June 29, 7:30 p.m., 2009