American Authors with Magic Giant and Public at Scoot Inn

With one of the most creative concepts I’ve ever seen, American Authors and Magic Giant put on one of my favorite shows of 2020.

The show started with a game similar to The Price is Right’s Plinko, a coin was dropped into a board and whichever side it landed on determined who would be the headliner for the night between American Authors and Magic Giant.

This was my second time seeing the opening band, Public, and, although it was only a year between the two shows, it was like I was seeing a whole new band. In the midst of their new-found TikTok viral stardom, they had a confidence that commanded the stage and made the small venue feel like a stadium. I had a blast dancing and singing along and so did the crowd.

It was also my second time seeing Magic Giant and their set was just as magical as the first (see what I did there?). They have a way of captivating an audience that is so unique and special, even if you were a total newbie to their music, it felt like you were seeing your favorite band. My favorite part of their set was when they made their way into the crowd for a stripped down performance, lit only by the cell phone flashlights around them. To create a moment so intimate in the middle of a performance is a hard feat and they pull it off so beautifully.

My first time seeing American Authors was so much fun, I found myself so sad when the show was over, I could have stayed there all night. I loved their constant energy and the relationship that they built with the audience. All three bands made you feel like you were a part of the performance rather than just a spectator. The lead singer of American Authors, Zac, took charge of the stage and made it his goal to get everyone moving by the end of the night. I almost forgot that I was supposed to be taking photos because I was just having way too much fun.

If you have a chance to see any of these artists, jump at it, it’ll be a night you won’t forget.