The last time I saw the Thermals, they were opening for Mike Watt and as such were more than a little eclipsed by my awe at seeing the elder statesman of jamming econo, and even so I had a great time. This time, I was more familiar with their material and they were in a well-deserved headlining slot, so I was prepared for a far more impressive showing. I got all that and more. The Thermals really know how to put on a fun, intense, and inclusive show.
The opener, Feverdream, were a Dutch band I'd happily avoided seeing at…