Though the local band Pretty Lightning weren’t the greatest choice for The Virgins, they swaggered their way through a number of songs. Their bluesy, psychedelic rock did manage to get some of the old school heads tapping their feet. They were certainly a lot more interesting than I imagined. Even though it seemed to drag on after a while and Pretty Lightning produced some rock which I tend to not to normally listen to, it was still thoroughly enjoyable.
The Virgins came on and they pumped out song after song with lots of energy. Even the more poppy songs from the album, which I really disliked, sounded really great performed live. The Virgins left the stage and the crowd reached unbearable levels of hysteria through screaming at incredibly high pitches and the Virgins were back on. My personal highlight was Fernando Pando, which even with its slow beat, the crowd managed to fall about and mosh to. Highly recommend for a fun night out.
Love Is Colder Than Death, Rich Girls, Fernando Pando
The Virgins: myspace, amazon, iTunes
Pretty Lightning: myspace
Thanks to Hanan for the EP and convincing my friend to go!
If you want more pictures from the night you can find them here.
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Hanan // April 8, 2009 at 1:03 am
Fernando Pando is an ace song. I’m so glad you got to see them!
WHO IS THAT NEW DRUMMER? I’m still not over Erik not being in the band anymore. I am going to yell at Donald when I see them again.
Bryonyb // April 16, 2009 at 10:18 am
I cant wait to see these guys on the 22nd? hurry up and get to the UK! my fave video is teen lovers it’s so well done! anyone else going to see them? x
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Bellaroo // April 26, 2009 at 12:08 pm
They definiately put on a great live show. One of the most interesting bands around. Love how they’ve gone about sharing their album through sharethevirgins.com … a band for the fans! X