As frontmen go, Ben Bridwell is pretty unassuming. The Band of Horses singer and guitarist spent the first couple songs of Friday’s sold-out concert at the Beachland Ballroom sitting down, while the rest of the group – expanded to a sextet on this tour – stood stoically in place. Bridwell eventually got rid of the chair, but that was about as far as stage movement went. This isn't a terribly active group. (If that's your deal, you might have enjoyed the recent Wyclef show)
But Bridwell and Co. are a compelling live act. ...