The Greeting Committee Brings the Dandelion Tour to Brooklyn
by Victoria Huerta || photographed on Feb 10, 2022
read Rice & Spice’s previous interview with guitarist Brandon Yangmi of The Greeting Committee
There is only one word to describe The Greeting Committee: electric. If glaring neon signs and speeding down the freeway were personified, they would be it. The spunky indie rock group comprised of Addison “Addie” Sartino, Brandon Yangmi and Pierce Turcotte is undeniably one of the freshest, most fun bands of 2022, with their U.S. Dandelion tour serving as a prime example of their incredible talent. I attended their February 10th show in Brooklyn’s hotspot venue Elsewhere, where I was accompanied by a bustling group of fans looking to dance away their troubles for the night. Little did we know, we had one of the most exhilarating parties in all of New York.
Pictured: Guitarist Brandon Yangmi
Walking into the space, I’m greeted with a handful of disco balls hung in the air and streams of red light piercing into the floor, along with squiggly and polka dot neon lights all across the walls. I know I’m in for something special tonight. “Queen of Disaster” by Lana Del Ray is drifting out of the speakers. I rush to secure a spot at the foot of the stage, and soon after, alternative musical group The Brazen Youth walk out onto the stage. Dressed in casual streetwear, they have a laidback style of communicating with us between songs — but when a song begins, they’re overcome with an upbeat honesty. There’s a beautiful sense of truth emanating from each song, and they pour their hearts into each note. The sincere tenacity of the group and their catchy, heartfelt music are definitely exemplary of a name like The Brazen Youth.
An hour later, The Greeting Committee enter the scene, with Addie bursting onto the floor in a shimmering red suit. All at once, I’m swept away into the colorful, intoxicating music of indie rock's newest rising stars. There are no words that can adequately describe the energy of the night, but the only thought running through my mind is “electric.”
Pictured: Guitarist Brandon Yangmi
Pictured: Guitarist Brandon Yangmi
Pictured: Guitarist Brandon Yangmi
The group is ablaze, and not a single individual in the hall is standing still. All around me, arms are waving and smiles are erupting across every face. Lead singer Addie is irresistible – a stage presence like no other, she can get you up and dancing in a matter of seconds. Both Brandon and Pierce propel the energy and demonstrate such an immense passion for the music they have created, a passion that trails out into the pit and ignites a fire under all of us attendees. Each member of the group has such a charm, and they command their craft like rockstars on their fifth national tour. It is safe to say that The Greeting Committee is a sight you won’t want to miss.
The Greeting Committee is making their way to Texas, California, Colorado, and other states for the remainder of their Dandelion tour. Tickets and further information can be found on www.thegcband.com or @thegcband on Instagram.
