Concert Review: Ladytron 6/13
(Photo courtesy of Karen C.)Ladytron's Mira Aroyo (center) with Daniel Hunt (left), Reuben Wu (right) and Helen Marnie's hair (at the top right corner)
Band: Ladytron
Opening Band: Datarock
Date: June 2008, Friday the 13th
The night was young. Datarock took the floor right at half past eight and had our attention the whole time they graced our presence. It was the first time an opening band was worth seeing rather than making a beer run or a potty break (as in bathroom). The Norwegian foursome were dressed in red sweatsuits Royal Tenenbaums style and perhaps sporting the commando look (for one of them at least). We were amused with their songs inspired by Molly Ringwald and E.T. and had as much energy as they did. From devout fans reciting every word to people like me amazed with the drummer, who was a show stealer, Datarock knows how to have fun.
Shortly after sound checks from unique characters behind closed curtains, Ladytron took the stage opening up with the very fitting "Black Cat" from their newly released album, Velocifero. In their signature black apparel, they rocked out to newbies ("Runaway," "Ghosts," and "Deep Blue") along with their classics ("Discotraxx," "Fighting in Built Up Areas," "Playgirl"). The sound on the vocals heard from up front could have been raised a lot, but nonetheless we were all floored and happy.
From people-watching to trying not to gag from the funny cigarettes, it was awesome. The highlight of the night was a fan in the audience on his friend's shoulders screaming his love for group and lifting his shirt (aka: flashing)- classic. Until the next time we are graced with their presence (soon I hope), we can do nothing but wait and enjoy their music that makes us smile every time we hear it.
My first setlist - yay!
Labels: concert reviews, Ladytron
posted by Terri @ 7:06 PM
