The night’s rating: Epic

The level of regret you should have for not attending: Pretty damn high.

Tuesday night at the Treehouse, something special happened… even by Treehouse standards. The talented Joe Peppercorn undertook the mission of playing every Beatles song, in order. And he succeeded.

In fact, it was a resounding success. The Tree was packed consistently throughout the night, with a perpetual line at the bar. People were using every seat available, including the floor, to watch the rotating line-up of musicians help Joe and, of course, to sing along.

Some of Columbus’ best musicians from bands like The Whiles, Low Men, Ghost Shirt, Trainwreck, and others were there to play a part. The energy in the room was amazing, most especially when Joe would lead the other musicians and the crowd to sing and play together, causing the entire bar to erupt into what may be the biggest sing-along I’ve seen in a good long time.

The first of what will hopefully be annual tradition, the evening’s entertainment was a stroke of genius by Joe. And hats off to him, since he never once took a break… even to go to the bathroom.

Look for Joe to be releasing 3, yeah you heard that right, 3 albums this year. Two with The Whiles, and a much anticipated solo project.