By: Israel Fernandes
The Texas-based country-folk band Flatland Cavalry made a memorable stop at the Brooklyn Bowl in Las Vegas, delivering a high-energy performance that had the crowd stomping their boots and waving their cowboy hats in the air.
As someone who's never been deeply familiar with the country music scene, it was a bit of a shock to witness a packed venue full of enthusiastic fans fully immersed in the country spirit. Who knew there were so many cowboy-hat-wearing, boot-stomping folks in the heart of Las Vegas? The atmosphere was electric, and the night kicked off with opener Meghan Patrick, whose set had the crowd already buzzing with excitement.
When lead singer Cleto Cordero and the rest of the band took the stage, the energy in the room skyrocketed. From the moment they hit their first note, the crowd was in sync, twirling their partners and raising their drinks to celebrate the night. It was a pure, unfiltered country vibe.
One of the highlights of the show was how much love each band member received. Drummer Jason Albers, bassist Jonathan Saenz, fiddler Wesley Hall, and guitarist Reid Dillon all got their moments in the spotlight, and the fans responded with equal enthusiasm. It was clear that this was more than just a performance – it was a shared experience between the band and their dedicated followers.
Cleto Cordero's charm shone through the entire night. At one point, he gave a heartfelt birthday shoutout and even called out some rowdy fans, ensuring they wouldn’t ruin the fun for anyone else. His laid-back, fun-loving attitude made it easy to see why fans adore him. And the closing number? A sweet, soulful track that left the audience with a tipsy, patriotic glow. For a moment, it felt like a celebration of Americana.
As the night wound down, Flatland Cavalry teased the crowd with a brand-new track, "Three-Car Garage," leaving us all excited for what’s next. If this performance was any indication, the band is just getting started, and their future releases are sure to keep fans dancing and stomping their boots.