In an exhilarating, intimate performance, Spacey Jane energized and rejuvenated its loyal fans at the Troubadour Wednesday night. The sold-out crowd went wild as the band performed a number of hits from their earlier years as well as new tracks off of their upcoming album, “If That Makes Sense.” After taking over a year off from live performances and almost two years from releasing new music to work on their upcoming album, Spacey Jane satiated fans’ cravings for its raw, nostalgic sound.

In addition to delivering an enthusiastic performance, the band also used the night as an opportunity to support the community. In light of the recent Los Angeles wildfires, the Australian indie-rock band partnered with PLUS1 so that $1 per ticket sale went toward providing critical relief and long-term recovery support for those impacted.

DJ Raul Campos, a KCRW radio host, opened for the band. Campos provided danceable, groovy beats to keep spirits high and the mood laid back. Playing hits like “PROBLEMZ” by Jungle, “drive ME crazy!” by Lil Yachty, “Something About Us” by Daft Punk and more, Campos got the crowd loose and moving before welcoming Spacey Jane onto the stage.

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As the lights turned golden and fog flooded the stage, “Love Shack” by the B-52’s blasted through the speakers as the band members got into their positions and started their show with “Skin.” The song, which is off their 2020 album “Sunlight,” set the tone for the rest of the show with its punchy lyrics and catchy chorus, all supported by fresh guitar melodies and riffs.

“Lunchtime,” from their latest album “Here Comes Everybody,” featured an upbeat and catchy coastal vibe with backup vocals from the band’s bassist, Peppa Lane. The band was up and jumping around throughout the song, with each member providing an intoxicating sense of stage presence that carried throughout the night. The crowd maintained its high energy with “Sitting Up,” which offered a nostalgic, upbeat vibe supported by an atmospheric, ascending guitar melody. 

A highlight of the night came with the band’s performance of their newest track, “All the Noise,” which is set to appear on their upcoming album “If That Makes Sense.” The song’s reflective and mature lyrics contrasted the tinge of rowdiness from lead guitarist, Ashton Hardman-Le Cornu. A spotlight cast on a disco ball, dazzling the room, caught the crowd’s attention during the song.

“Sawteeth,” a more rock-heavy track with an emphasis on a steady bass drum beat, was performed passionately by the band’s lead singer, Caleb Harper. Similar in tempo, “Yet” followed, maintaining an honest sound.

Jolting the audience back to life, “Feeding the Family” and “Thrills” immediately brought out more energy with their terrific hooks. “Feeding the Family”  was released in 2017, making it the oldest song the band performed. “Thrills” became a standout of the night with its fast, invigorating tempo and Lane playing a bass solo over a crowd to close out the song.

“It’s Been a Long Day” and “Head Cold” provided another mellow moment during the concert. Both songs had a hazy, comforting feeling and served as a cooldown for the crowd to catch its breath.

Bringing the intensity back, Harper articulated the wistful lyrics to “Good for You,” a jumpy, pop-rock tune that had most of the crowd singing along. Drummer Kieran Lama backed the song’s great melodies, especially in the addictive chorus, with a lot of power and momentum. 

The bouncy, indie banger “Lots of Nothing” followed with a compelling chorus and palatable chord progression. Closing out the main set, “Hardlight” brought the chill ambiance back, being pretty mellow and head-bob-able. 

An encore from the band featured an unreleased track, “How to Kill Houseplants,” that didn’t capture the audience’s attention quite as well as other songs did throughout the night. Still, the poignant song featured honest lyrics and suitable background vocals from Lane.

The last song of the night, “Booster Seat,” featured a lead guitar with an ethereal echo pedal effect. The chorus created a warm, full sound, accompanied accordingly by nearly the whole audience singing along. The dreamy atmosphere built on throughout the night evoked emotions of nostalgia and yearning. Spacey Jane’s spellbinding sound and great stage presence from all four band members led to an unforgettable night full of spirit.