Chaz Bundick is not an iconic name. It doesn’t resonate with stardom, and I’m not sure how far it will go down in history. But for about an hour last Saturday at Lincoln Hall, it was chanted, shouted and praised. The front man of lo-fi rock craze Toro y Moi didn’t even mind the crowd clashing with the vibes of his band’s grooved-out style. He just smiled and carried on his sold-out Chicago show in class.

 The mellow “Ava Luna” and ‘70s rock inspired “Unknown Mortal Orchestra” accompanied Toro y Moi. These seemed strange choices because unlike many of the smaller shows I’ve seen the acts had just about nothing in common.

“Ava Luna,” seemingly the most amateur of the group, played soulful pop with a touch of digital flair.   Other than three talented female backup vocalists and a lead singer who can’t dance, the performance failed to hold anyone’s attention.

Coming off the boring set, “Unknown Mortal Orchestra” shocked everyone. Completely changing the feel of the show, they roared through a set with loud songs and a number of shredding solos that shook the crowd. 

Channeling much of what the ‘60s and ‘70s taught us about rock, “Unknown” commanded the room like a headliner. My guess is that sooner than later they’ll be one. A hefty number of loyal fans sang along in the audience, and their stage presence alone was praise worthy. With songs like “FFunny FFrends” and “Little Blu House,” they nearly stole the show.

 Finishing out the night, Bundick and his touring band went across the board playing chunks of their first two albums as well as two songs from September’s “Freaking Out” EP.

This was definitely welcome considering Toro’s ever-evolving sound. Going from the more mellowed-out styles of 2010’s chillwave genre to a far more progressive and danceable rock, the band did themselves a major favor in this regard and did not seem to tire out after extended play. 

Though Bundick’s heavy voice effects from both albums were entirely absent, the band’s loud synth loops and electronic effects rang perfectly clear in the cozy Lincoln Hall. The band’s only set piece was a projected video of what appeared to be cells floating under a microscope in a psyched-out color pattern. It doesn’t take much flair to put on a memorable live show.

One of many Pitchfork Music Festival acts returning to Chicago this fall, Toro y Moi proved their talent on Saturday. They are not only capable of selling out a midsized venue but are also completely worthy of being seen in an intimate setting. The location was perfect, and everyone in sight was thoroughly enjoying himself or herself.

Bundick and his band are still young. They still have places to go. But for now, it’s easy to find myself completely satisfied with all they’re doing.