This summer it seems to be a renascence of international rock concerts in Israel. After a few years of being disregarded my many artists, as well as a long series of cancellations, major artists from all over the world are swarming at the Israeli audience like Israeli tourists at an all-you-can-eat buffet.

Last week I got to see K’s Choice, one of my favorite rock bands live at the Barby. I’ve already seen them twice in concert in 1999 and in 2000, and both concerts were brilliant. Ten years later, the Belgian (plus one American) bunch didn’t disappoint and gave an explosive show. It’s always moving to see such devotion on both the band and the audience, and I was impressed by the humility of Sarah Bettens, who was quite surprised to see that also know the lyrics to songs from her solo album.

A local Israeli rock band called The Carsitters opened for K’s Choice. If that name sounds familiar to you, it might be because I’ve mentioned them here before. We also once played a show with them about five years ago.

Yesterday there were many angry status lines on Facebook about the sound malfunctions that took place on the Metallica concert. Well, I’d be pissed too if I had to pay 250 dollars to see a Metallica show, but that’s just me.

Next week Placebo and the Pixies are coming here, but I don’t care about that much either. Also I’ll be performing with my side project band in Jerusalem on the day The Pixies will be performing, so even if I wanted to go, I couldn’t.

Another band that’s coming to Israel after not performing here in a decade is Porcupine Tree – I’ve actually seen them perform in 2000, when they were the opening act for K’s Choice! Still haven’t bought a ticket, waiting for the last minute – maybe prices will drop dramatically.