Couch Brings Big Talk and Big Energy to First Avenue

Sunday night at First Avenue was pure energy as Boston’s pop-fusion powerhouse Couch rolled into Minneapolis with their Big Talk Tour. The main room was packed wall-to-wall, and you could feel the room buzzing. Fans came ready for Couch’s signature mix of soulful vocals, punchy horns, and grooves that make it impossible to stand still.

Stephen Day opened the night with a set that felt like a warm hug. His easy charm and melodic storytelling pulled everyone in, and songs like Moonshine and On Top of the World had the crowd swaying and singing along. It was the perfect setup for what was coming next.

When Couch hit the stage and kicked off with What Were You Thinking, the energy shifted instantly—this was going to be a party. Their set was a colorful mix of old favorites and fresh tracks from Big Talk. Standouts? Saturday turned the room into a dance floor, Jessie soared with lush horns and powerhouse vocals, Still Feeling You slowed things down with raw depth, and Lucky to Be Stuck With You closed the night as an encore with a playful, feel-good high.

What really stood out was the band’s chemistry. For a group that started as a “long-distance band,” they play like they’ve been sharing a stage forever. Every member had a moment to shine—tight brass solos, funky bass grooves, and harmonies that hit just right. The energy never dipped during their 90-minute set.

First Avenue’s legendary vibe only amplified the experience. The sound was crisp, the lighting shifted perfectly—warm tones for the ballads, pulsing strobes for the bangers. And the crowd? Electric. Fans belted out every word of Easy to Love and Poems like they’d been waiting all year for this.

Couch proved they’re not just a streaming favorite—they’re a live force. Their Minneapolis debut was pure joy, and if the Big Talk Tour swings near you, grab a ticket. You’ll leave grinning.