Ogden, Utah: the northern neighbor to Salt Lake City and host of the third annual Ogden Twilight Concert Series. Held in the historic Downtown streets at the Ogden Amphitheater, this outdoor event brings out family and friends from Provo, Salt Lake and the Ogden area with the promise of food, drink and, of course, music. Many vendors are available to the attendees, ranging from pizza by the slice, coffee roasters and beer vendors to car dealers and radio stations.
First up for the evening’s entertainment is the Provo-based RKDN. This four-person band incorporates vocals, guitar, drums and keys for an indie, soft-rock and even twangy sound that makes for a pleasant opening act in this picnic-like, cool summer evening full of smiling faces.
With a set change and more people making their way to the amphitheater’s grassy seating accommodations, the audience is greeted by musical group Oh Land. Danish singer-songwriter Nanna Øland Fabricius, known as Oh Land, brings her music from New York to Ogden. While relaying that the Utah mountains are so beautiful when compared to the seemingly flat Danish landscape, Oh Land starts up with some light drum and keyboard tunes that feature prominent, clean, sharp vocals and a quirky upbeat mood. With tracks such as “Love You Better” and “Renaissance Girls,” Oh Land had concertgoers singing along or dancing in their seats throughout the set.
Last to the stage was headliner Wild Belle, consisting of siblings Natalie and Elliot Bergman and their band. Hailing from Chicago, this American pop/ska/rock band starts with a slow burn and keeps it mellow with vocals that sway from playful to ethereal and supporting music that is both psychedelic and electronic. With dual keyboards, drums, guitar, a selection of effects and even some brass woodwinds, Wild Belle make for a great ending to the evening and a strong first in this year’s Ogden Twilight Concert Series.
Jackson and Sophie arrive early to ensure they see all three sets of performers at Ogden Twilight. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Tanner and Torin from Young Subaru, chilling at Ogden Twilight. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
April gets an iced coffee drink from Wasatch Roasting on this warm summer evening. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Roommates Travis and Maddi enjoying an evening out at Ogden Twilight. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
A Stranger Things tee–wearing attendee purchases a beer. Selections from local brewers such as Wasatch and Squatters on tap. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Alianna and Marley enjoying an ice cream roll treat. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
The line for some pizza by the slice is definitely proof that everyone loves a good piece of pie. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Alex, Wendy, Emma and Sebastian relaxing on the grass at the Ogden Amphitheater awaiting music from Oh Land. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Ruby Barnes from Graywhale Entertainment setting up the merch tent at Ogden Twilight. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Dave, Mike, Ned, Kristen, Dana and Jared grab a table and a bite to eat at inside the fabulous sponsor area at Ogden Twilight. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Keyboardist for RKDN playing during the opening set at Ogden Twilight. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Drummer for RKDN definitely enjoying the evening at Ogden Amphitheater. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
RKDN lead vocalist and guitarist playing at Ogden Twilight Concert Series. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Nanna Øland Fabricius of Oh land. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Guitarist for RKDN on stage at Ogden Twilight. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Oh Land’s lead singer and keyboardist. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Backup keyboardist of Oh Land. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Oh Land drummer. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Oh Land. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Headliner Wild Belle playing onstage at Ogden Twilight. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Natalie Bergman of Wild Belle. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Wild Belle’s lead singer Natalie Bergman and drummer. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Natalie Bergman of Wild Belle playing at Ogden Twilight. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Elliot Bergman of Wild Belle at Ogden Twilight. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
Lead singer Natalie Bergman and guitarist playing the headlining set at Ogden Twilight. Photo: LmSorenson.net
Guitarist for Wild Belle onstage at Ogden Twilight. Photo: Lmsorenson.net
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