These Bats aren't scary...

Posted over 4 years ago

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Bat For Lashes
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Fur And Gold

Last weekend I had a visit to my lovely city from "Zeroskilz":http://mog.com/Zeroskilz. We hit the town *HARD*, and so for our last hurrah on Sunday, we shifted down to a low gear for Bat for Lashes.

Opening was Chris Chavez. This guy was an amazing one-man-band. He was rather earnst and spirital for me (he did lots of the praying hands/bowing thing) but he had a Kings of Leon bluesy sound to him and would play a 12 string guitar AND a regular acoustic guitar _at the same time!_ Sounded great, and at one point I realized I was standing with my mouth hanging open. I have never seen anything like it before. I should have bought the EP he was slinging, but I dorked.

I didn't know what to expect from Bat for Lashes. I had listened to their CD wasn't blown away; some Enya-ish songs, some almost pop.The band has some strange dynamics: all were women dressed in some fancy pants costumes and makeup, a couple of them with a serious Stepford wife thing going on.

But the lead singer, Natasha Khan, was adorable. She had a sweet, clear voice and a sweet, humble attitude. I completely enjoyed the music and the show, despite the fact Natasha had a creature in her throat that in her words, wasn't happy, and cut the encore short

The Bat for Lashes show was a great end to a great weekend. We had rocked hard the previous three nights and needed something soothing like this, IMHO. I had a good time, and I hope Mike had a good time, and I believe Natasha had a good time too.

Comments (21)

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dachmo says I like her music, a lot! but she looks like she hangs out with Devendra Banhart!

Permalink posted 10/17/2007
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amber says she was actually cuter than hell. I usually hate skinny, talented, young women with everything going for them, but her, I wanted to just tuck into a pocket and feed little bits of cheese or something, like a bird or squirrel.

Permalink posted 10/17/2007
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dachmo says Good to know! What kind of cheese?

Permalink posted 10/17/2007
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amber says Little bits of provolone. And just in case some of you think I'm losing my touch: Chris Chavez's boot

Permalink posted 10/17/2007
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dachmo says They are nice boots! I especially like the faux wood piping!

Permalink posted 10/17/2007
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Dale says Nice headband on Natasha!

Permalink posted 10/17/2007
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amber says The headband was gorgeous actually. I thought it might be an old flapper era rhinestone piece. I loved it, although I don't know if it would ever fit into any of my outfits.

Permalink posted 10/17/2007
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Augusts1 says Nice post darlin'. I enjoyed listening to Bats album although it's fairly mellow. Sounds like they were more entertaining live though.

Permalink posted 10/18/2007
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Dale says You know what? I just remembered; she not just cute, she's *qwute*.

Permalink posted 10/18/2007
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amber says Thanks August--I agree completely. The Bats CD was rather mellow for my tastes and they were more fun to watch than I expected, although still quite mellow. But after 3 nights of getting to bed after 3am each night, mellow worked for me!

Permalink posted 10/18/2007
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Anna says You guys think she's pretty? I always thought she was weird looking. Oh well, taste is subjective! So glad you and Mike get along so well. I like you both so!

Permalink posted 10/18/2007
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Lizziegreeneyes says YAY - AMBER shoe pics - they make me smile... see h1. : )

Permalink posted 10/18/2007
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RGM says Sounds like Byork, I like...

Permalink posted 10/18/2007
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Random says I missed my chance to see Bat For Lashes a few weeks ago, so thanks for a little insight as to what I missed. Guess I will try to catch them next time around....

Permalink posted 10/18/2007
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tybees says I nabbed the album but keep forgetting to listen to it. I swear I will! I'll do it! :) Great pics!

Permalink posted 10/18/2007
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amber says Anna: I didn't think she was pretty as much as adorable and sweet. But then, I don't like girls _that_ way (well, there was that one time in college...I kid, I kid). And I adored Mike, he tolerated me. Worked out well, in my opinion. Lizzie: I get disappointed at this point if the musician is wearing boring foot wear. Good thing they so rarely do. Ray/Ty: hope you like their music; I was so so on it until I saw them, as I often am, being a live music junkie. But the CD has a spot in my library and will be played when the mood is right. Hey Random! Try to catch them; was a solid show. Not ground breaking but solid. And at $10 a ticket, you really can't go wrong.

Permalink posted 10/19/2007
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amber says DALE! that's right! these indie girls are qwute! I had forgotten all about that post. Who's was it?

Permalink posted 10/19/2007
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poebegone says truly, the best thing about Bat for Lashes is Natasha Khan herself. i can't stop listening to Horse and I - although you were right, the rest of it didn't exactly blow me away. but she's still someone i'd like to giggle with.

Permalink posted 10/26/2007
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goodmusiconly says *FINALLY* getting back here to check your post ... sorry to be late to the game, A. I've only heard a few tracks from Bat for Lashes, but I like what I'm hearing. And I always lurve your shots. You need to get all these into a book, doll! I think the gal on the right in the third image thought she was going to a Star Trek convention?? :)

Permalink posted 10/30/2007
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amber says If I ever get the gumption to get them into a book, I know just who to beg help from... =O)

Permalink posted 10/30/2007
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Girlcrawl says I'm enjoying the Bats for Lashes album still, but have not seen the band perform. Sounds like it was a fabulous evening, and appreciate the fantastic photos. Cheers.

Permalink posted 10/31/2007