An unexpected classic song, brought back, played for pure pleasure and delight in a fantastic fashion, that gives clear notice that all the songs surrounding it, are every bit the equal of this classic.This is the code I have so far and I have three problems.ġ. Some covers seem redundant and lacklustre amongst a set of strong material.
Some covers serve to show how weak the band’s own material is. This cover, whilst clearly essential from the perspective of extending the set, and filling the time, is so much more. As I signal my approval Jojo looks me in the eye grinning, clearly ecstatic that a member of the audience has recognised it so quickly. The beat starts and suddenly Marko is playing the unmistakable first notes of ‘Dominion’ by the Sisters of Mercy – watch HERE. She then announces that they are going to play a cover, which has been requested by someone on YouTube. The performance is now incredibly confident and unquestionably sexier, without at any point stepping away from the fact this is a bunch of extremely likeable creative people.Īt one point I realise I am having so much fun I have stopped taking notes totally lost in the moment and carried away with this arresting musical force. Jojo, who seems to like wearing ridiculously heavy outfits that are far hot to perform in, arrives on stage looking like a refugee from the Fields of the Nephilim, while Elizabeth is sporting a classic Bauhaus ‘Bela Lugosi’ tee. The new band memo clearly said “Full 80s goth”. The old look of second world war military uniforms, that has even sparked a collaboration with Airfix models is out. The glee in keyboardist Simon Reca’s face is unmistakable, while Elizabeth Walsh prowls with her bass over Gianluca De Giel’ excellent drumming, and Marko Andic’s snakey guitar. This is a band unleashed that is getting supremely confident in its capabilities. The difference between tonight and their performance a year ago is astounding.
Heartworms at the Green Door Store, Brighton 22.3.23 (pic Moe Noble)
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