Monday, November 26, 2007

Concert Review

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Last Tuesday--to my delight--my prediction was proven wrong as Pip greeted the audience to the drum throbbing beats of “Cruel.” This half of the concert was violent, dark and fabulous. Pip, according to the metanarrative from American Doll Posse, represents Athena, the Greek goddess of war, wisdom, and strategy. Tori completely assumed this role in her performance, playing each song with an added bit of aggressiveness that could potentially make some uncomfortable. I couldn’t help being amused by the noticeably uncomfortable geriatric ushers as Pip sang “Fat Slut” while prostrated on the ground in front of the piano. The tension surely increased among the Clearwater blue hairs when Pip started violently humping the floor as the music hummed to “Smokey Jo.” After a short stint with the band playing along to a remix of “Professional Widow,” Tori reappeared as herself. The contrast between the performance of the first six songs from Pip and the remainder of the concert from Tori was palpable. This show called to my attention the amazing power that a performer has to affect the energy and emotions of their audience. All-in-all, this was a great show. I am always biased towards the more intimate shows with Tori solo at the piano; however, the power of the band to transform these songs, both new and old, is indisputable. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute. My only regret is I didn’t buy tickets to more shows on this tour.

Posted by RiOtPoOf on 11/26 at 03:39 PM
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