Standup bass, makeup, and go-go dancers seem to be a better fit for a burlesque show than a music act; unless, that is, you're The Horrorpops.
Kiss Kiss Kill Kill, the latest album to be released by the Danish-born act, is an exciting return to the trio's eclectic blend of new wave punk rock with an undercurrent of a soulful rockabilly sound that would have made Elvis Presley ask Nancy for a dance.
Known for their fearless use of mixing genres to create their signature musical sound, The Horrorpops broke onto the music scene over ten years ago, grabbing audiences' attention after their unexpected energetic onstage performance at the Vans Warped Tour.
With Patricia Day leading the band in vocals and upright bass, she is accompanied by her husband Kim Nekroman on guitar and Henrik Niedermeier blasting on the drums.
Growing up in Copenhagen, Denmark before relocating to LA three years ago, The Horrorpops were a part of the street punk subculture that was running rapidly though Denmark's youth. They played in venues across Europe, coming home to the Youth House, Denmark's open rock venue for alternative adolescence.
"Boot to Boot" is a track dedicated to the Youth House, which was unrightfully stripped from its landmark location, leaving fans disheveled and confused with no place to assemble under their love of hard driven punk.
The first track off of Kiss Kiss Kill Kill, "Thelma and Louise," is inspired by the 1991 classic tale of two girlfriends looking for a break from the mundane reality of small town life. Their dramatic escape in search of a liberating adventure helps the girls to realize who they are and the significant power that they carry.
Day's voice empowers the lyrics with its desire for freedom. The standup bass helps allude to the car chase theme in its introductory solo, making one feel as if they're in the backseat with Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis speeding down the highway.
"We're just gonna drive/The scarfs fly high/No direction/Just like Thelma and Louise."
Dedicating their shows to the band's loyal fans, they incorporate go-go dancers and stellar musical solos into their lineup giving their fans a reason to keep coming back.
Known for their passionate live show performances, The Horrorpops's latest album places a heavy emphasis on creating a harmonic and cohesive album that fans will continue to listen to that is anything but horrifying.
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