Spring Standards

The Spring Standards played the Executive Banquet Center in Newark, Delaware on Friday October 2nd. The band, although based out of New York City, are from Newark, and Kennet Square, Pennsylvania.

The Spring Standards are an indie/folk trio. Although they don't have a drummer, they all share percussion and singing duties, and specialize in three part harmonies. Their first EP, titled No One Knows, was produced by Alternative/Country star Rhett Miller, of the Old 97's.

This was the first show they have played in their "hometown" in some time, and it was obvious from the crowd. All band members' parents were in attendance, as were most of their friends, and the crowd was considerably older than the band. Secondly, the Executive Banquet Center is not your typical concert venue, and is more commonly used for corporate events and proms. All this made for a somewhat awkward, if not unique, concert experience. The band, however, did not disappoint. They played two forty-five minute sets, including songs from the EP, new songs they are currently recording, and covers. Harmonies have made a big comeback in the indie scene with bands like Grizzly Bear, and with the help of a name like Rhett Miller, the new record could lead to a breakout, making the Spring Standards the biggest band out of Delaware since George Thorogood and the Delaware Destroyers.