The Noisettes at Shepherds Bush

Went to see the Noisettes at the Empire in Shepherds Bush the other week and so as always here are some photos and musings. I have to say I'm not a massive fan of their album - it's a bit too pop-ish and seems kind of flat which is a real shame since they have a lot of energy live especially Shingai Shoniwa. Her jumping round the stage whilst singing and playing bass made me exhausted just watching. And as if that wasn't enough, balancing on the drum kit and dangling from the first level balcony just about completed the show. Lots of people (i.e. the internet) seemed to think their choice of setlist was not ideal because they put Don't Upset The Rhythm too early but I disagree - there never seemed to be a lull in energy so what's the problem? Anyways add to this a guitarist who, although always slightly creepy, could play the guitar with his teeth and a drummer with an epic indie beard and starry socks, and you have what was a pretty entertaining gig. Lastly I can't not mention MPhO who were supporting and also surprisingly good. They had a certain Noisettes feel about them but with a bit of funky-pop going on. Here are the pics...

(thanks Jess for this one)