Sleigh Bells at Coco 66 With Mr. Dream and Special Guest M.I.A.!

After a last-minute 2AM set by Delorean at Coco 66 a few weeks ago, I’ve come to realize that Coco is totally unpredictable. Last night’s show was no exception. MNDR had to drop off of the line-up to grab a once in a lifetime opportunity to open up for Massive Attack, leaving Brooklyn’s Mr. Dream as the sole supporting act for the sold out show. Mr. Dream completed their rousing set a little after midnight, clearing the stage for Sleigh Bells to rock it out.

Alexis and Derek emerged onstage in the dark to a spoken introductory track before smashing through a live version of their latest single Tell ‘Em. Along with a few new songs, the set list consisted of fan favorites: A/B Machines, Holly, Kids (aka Beach Girls which Alexis dedicated to yours truly), Crown on the Ground and the encore duet of Ring Ring with none other than M.I.A.! I kept my ground against the stage and had to push people off of me throughout the set, which made it nearly impossible to get any decent pictures -FYI.

After having toured the world, last night felt like a homecoming for Sleigh Bells who call Brooklyn home. I cannot wait to get my hands on the full-length upon it’s release this Tuesday, followed by their gig in Ridgewood to celebrate.

mp3: Sleigh Bells – HELLWU [alt]

mp3: Sleigh Bells – Ring Ring [alt]

mp3: Mr. Dream – Knick Knack [alt]