SAVAGERY AT THE METRO THEATRE

By Benjamen Judd

There is something about an all girl punk group that makes the blood flow. The fact that we get the impression that they can out drink, out dance, and out fight us with one hand behind their back is probably part of it.

To say that we are sitting in a mix of fear and awe at the thought of seeing SAVAGES live at the Metro Theatre this coming Wednesday, 5 February, is an understatement. Frankly, we haven’t been this excited since Misty Day kicked the shit out fo Madison Montgomery in American Horror Story: Coven last week

The London all-girl post-punk four-piece whose awaited long-player Silence Yourself (Matador Records) has lived up to the expectation set by their feverish early shows. It’s essential listening: pulsing bass lines, howling vocals and penetrating lyrics, all performed with a frenetic energy and great sense of urgency. Their SXSW appearance made a serious impact, with admiration coming from the likes of NPR, The Atlantic and the L.A Times. Silence Yourself picked up a prestigious Mercury Prize nomination and their headline-creating live show will be a highlight.

Audiences will also be treated to a set from fellow Laneway Festival amigo KIRIN J CALLINAN who is racing through what has been an incredibly full and accomplished year. Set to deliver an unpredictable, enigmatic cut from his acclaimed debut Embracism, you can expect to start the night with an unnerving balance of performance art and rock.

To get your tickets to see SAVAGES live at the Metro Theatre, head here.