LCD Soundsystem played The Kool Haus in Toronto last night. The venue has been a temporary home to many of Handsome’s favourite bands, but LCD Soundsystem were the first band who seemed to redecorate the venue. Spot lights aimed at a massive disco ball were reminiscent of a homemade La Maitress De La Tour Eiffel. A disco ball never seemed so functional, casting rays of light over an enthusiastic crowd.

James Murphy and the band played a super extended set that lasted just under two hours. Highlight songs included Yr City’s a Sucker, All My Friends and Someone Great. The best part of the show was the closing ballad – New York, I Love You mashed with Jay-Z’s Empire State of Mind for an extra long and much appreciated exit.

Two extra special moments of the show came in-between songs, during Murphy’s bashful banter and thank-yous. The first was when Murphy had to “bring up something small”. His mini-speech was something along the lines of “I understand people want to take videos on their cell phones. I don’t have any issue with the video and if you want to put it up on YouTube or Facebook. Maybe people want a memento from the show? But what about being at the show? Actually enjoying being here…But then again, I’m kind of old.”

The second piece of advice came close to the encore. Murphy took a moment to address the issue of aggressive dancing at LCD Soundsystem shows. “This comes totally from a place of positivity. Enjoy the show, but every once in a while take a look at the people around you and see if they’re enjoying you enjoying the show. If there’s no girls around you this may be a sign.” Murphy then gave his point a little more thought. “…unless you came here with a crew of ten gay guys.”