The Slip’s Marc Friedman has done a lot musically, but there’s at least one thing he has yet to conquer: “WOW Hall. I’ve never played there, so that should be cool.”
That changes Tuesday night when the trio, originally from Boston, takes the stage in support of its latest effort, “Eisenhower.” The album, released in November of last year, is the band’s first release in almost five years. In that time, The Slip has moved away from the jazzier sound heard on its previous LPs, and “Eisenhower” gives fans a glimpse of what happens when The Slip takes on pop music.
Friedman attributes this change, at least in part, to the Slip’s increased proficiency on the production end of recording. “I think our ears went a little more toward recording and layering of sounds rather than improvising, at least in the studio. It’s definitely a much different concept.”
But while “Eisenhower” may be a more produced studio album than its previous work, The Slip remains a group of extremely talented, jazz-influenced musicians. Improvisation is in their blood and should make for an entertaining live show.
Concertgoers can expect a set made up mostly of newer material, including many of the songs featured on “Eisenhower” and some unreleased tunes.
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The Slip

What: Improvisational rockers
Where: WOW Hall
When: Tuesday, April 24
Doors open at 8pm, show at 9pm.