Turbo Drive: FM-84 & The Midnight is the first ever live show by The Midnight. The show, which also featured fellow synthwave artist FM-84, took place on July 14, 2017 at the DNA Lounge in San Francisco.[1]
Background
The show was officially announced on May 22, 2017.[2][3][4] On June 21, Tyler Lyle posted on the band's Facebook page that they were seeking video editors to submit clips and graphics to go along with The Midnight's songs for the show.[5] On July 10, Tim McEwan shared on social media that he was in rehearsals with Tyler for the show.[6] Two days later, he also shared that the show would feature live saxophone.[7]
OVERVIEW and Setlist
The Midnight's lineup during the show consisted of Tim McEwan on percussion and synths, Tyler Lyle on vocals and guitar, and Jesse Molloy on saxophone. Molloy would go on to be the saxophonist for most The Midnight's future live shows.
The band's setlist was as follows:
References
- ↑ "DNA Lounge: FM-84 & The Midnight, 14 Jul 2017 (Fri)". DNA Lounge. Archived from the original on December 1, 2017. Retrieved May 24, 2023.
- ↑ "Facebook". Facebook. May 22, 2017. Archived from the original on May 27, 2023. Retrieved May 27, 2023.
- ↑ "Facebook". Facebook. May 22, 2017. Archived from the original on May 27, 2023. Retrieved May 27, 2023.
- ↑ "FM-84 and The Midnight Concert?! Yes.. This is VERY REAL!!! - NewRetroWave - Stay Retro! | Live The 80's Dream!". NewRetroWave. May 22, 2017. Archived from the original on June 25, 2020. Retrieved May 27, 2023.
- ↑ "The Midnight - Calling All Video Editors Hey everyone!... | Facebook". Facebook. June 21, 2017. Archived from the original on May 27, 2023. Retrieved May 27, 2023.
- ↑ "The Midnight - Rehearsal time with Tyler Lyle right now ⚡️💥🌴🌆 | Facebook". Facebook. July 10, 2017. Archived from the original on May 27, 2023. Retrieved May 27, 2023.
- ↑ "The Midnight - What if I told you we'll have LIVE SAX at... | Facebook". Facebook. July 12, 2017. Archived from the original on May 27, 2023. Retrieved May 27, 2023.