The University News

Issue date: 6/1/09 Section: Culture

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While 50,000 rockers crowded onto Liberty Memorial Mall Saturday night for Rockfest 2009, Ben Folds delivered yet another outstanding Kansas City performance down the street at the Crossroads KC at Grinders.

Fans were full of energy, and even under his control. During "Not the Same," he split the audience down the middle to sing backup vocals. Upon the songs ending, he jumped on top of his piano and conducted the crowd into its own jingle. His intensity along with the intimate venue and amazing weather made the night one to remember.

British-girl group Rachel Unthank & The Winterset opened the show, but long lines kept many fans listening outside.

Folds' set list included songs from "Way to Normal", released in 2008, and older hits from the days of Ben Folds Five. - Hilary Hedges

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