Bringing the delights of New York to their bright melodies, The Virgins have created a sensation in their debut tour of Scotland. King Tut’s was packed full of eager fans, demonstrating the band’s growing international fame.
Offering a rock’n’roll edge to the indie music scene, The Virgins gave a fresh and energising performance. Their music is danceable and full of a vitality that sets them apart from some of their British counterparts. This is a dynamic band that seemed to be having an even better time than the crowd. The musician’s enthusiasm gave the performance a buzz, marking them out as a great live act.
Highlights of the night were ‘Teen Lovers’, a catchy and poppy tune that had the floor bopping; and a rendition of Squeeze’s ‘Up The Junction’, a memorable finale and tribute to one of their major influences. Only treated to one encore, the crowd were left calling for more from the New Yorkers.
Embarking upon a UK-wide tour and with an album already available to purchase, The Virgins have carried off their UK debut with aplomb. The Virgins are definitely one to watch, and may be playing T in the Park this summer. Their vitality and enjoyable band ethos could see them rise to the fore of the music scene
Sunday 19 April 2009
Sunday 5 April 2009
French Wives @ Limbo at the Voodoo Rooms
French Wives played their first gig out of Glasgow last week at Edinburgh’s Voodoo Rooms. There was an enthusiastic and loyal crowd of supporters cheering them on, proving their success on the Glasgow music scene.
The music is reminiscent of Arcade Fire and Belle and Sebastian, using multiple instruments to give the music an interesting edge. This is not your average guitar-based Indie band, as the use of violin and the brief spurts of trombone demonstrate. Stuart Dougan’s rollicking vocals carry the music along and provide a nice contrast to the sweet sounds of the violin.
The highlight of the set was the final song, ‘Me vs. Me’, a slightly rocky track with an infectious and cheerful beat. French Wives left the crowd looking for more, and have a definite potential to break into the Indie music scene. Their style is popular and uncomplicated, encouraging new listeners.
French Wives will be back in Edinburgh on 3rd May, playing Sneaky Pete’s.
The music is reminiscent of Arcade Fire and Belle and Sebastian, using multiple instruments to give the music an interesting edge. This is not your average guitar-based Indie band, as the use of violin and the brief spurts of trombone demonstrate. Stuart Dougan’s rollicking vocals carry the music along and provide a nice contrast to the sweet sounds of the violin.
The highlight of the set was the final song, ‘Me vs. Me’, a slightly rocky track with an infectious and cheerful beat. French Wives left the crowd looking for more, and have a definite potential to break into the Indie music scene. Their style is popular and uncomplicated, encouraging new listeners.
French Wives will be back in Edinburgh on 3rd May, playing Sneaky Pete’s.
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