Before their reunion in 2013, few, if any Neutral Milk Hotel fans would have expected the band to have soldiered on in the fashion it has. After the initial hiatus began at the end of 1998, singer Jeff Mangum played live sparingly, giving me little hope that the group would ever get back together. Yet, over time, the indie rockers’ profile grew to the point where they were April Ludgate’s favorite band in Parks & Recreation and have been cited by bands like Arcade Fire, Bon Iver, Bright Eyes and the Decemberists as a major influence. Touring with the band that recorded the seminal In the Aeroplane Over the Sea, if they’re true to their word, this could be the last time to see one of the most important indie rock bands play live locally.
Fri., May 29, 8 p.m., 2015
Daniel Kohn is a writer based in Southern California. With bylines in an assortment of outlets, Kohn primarily specializes in music with other interests ranging from sports to food. As a transplant, Kohn loves the beautiful weather and is glad he no longer has to deal with brutal winters. If you see him, say hi and of course, he’s always willing to down a beer or two…if you’re paying.