Lingbo Anne Tong and Bryce Barsten performed a lighthearted and playful set to a full house at the Echoplex on July 16, featuring songs from their recent album “Dim Sum & Then Some,” according to live performance reports. Los Angeles-born indie artist Grace Inspace opened the show with songs from her latest album, “Heavy Hair.”
Cultural Inspiration and Interactive Performance
The performance took clear inspiration from Chinese culture. Under dim blue and red floodlights, Tong delivered rhythms and taught the audience Chinese phrases such as “zuo zuo ye” (do homework) and “tan gang qin” (play the piano) while introducing the lyrics of “Feelin’ Fuzzy,” a song about recurring childhood and family memories. Barsten played guitar and sang along, while Barsten also tapped out notes on the keyboard. Tong raised her arm to strike a chau gong with a beater during the concert.
Signature Anthems and Crowd Engagement
Tong and Barsten brought a lively show, inviting the audience to clap, dance, and make hand hearts to show affection. Tong, Barsten, and drummer Rex Liu made hand hearts at the beginning of their signature single, “Chinese American Bear Anthem,” during which Tong raised a stuffed bear. Audience members held up hand hearts in response. The audience enjoyed the intimate performance and joined a mosh pit near the end of the show. By 10 p.m., the band sent the crowd off with a heartfelt farewell and an encore, “Goodbye.”
Did You Know? The set featured songs from Lingbo Anne Tong and Bryce Barsten’s most recent album, “Dim Sum & Then Some,” which was released on May 8.
Tour Schedule and Future Dates
Following the July 16 performance at the Echoplex, the duo will continue their tour through Idaho, Oregon, British Columbia, and Washington for the rest of July.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where did the July 16 performance take place?
The performance took place at the Echoplex.
Who opened the show on July 16?
Los Angeles-born indie artist Grace Inspace opened the show with songs from her latest album, “Heavy Hair.”
Which album did Lingbo Anne Tong and Bryce Barsten feature during their set?
The duo featured songs from their most recent album, “Dim Sum & Then Some,” which was released on May 8.
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