If I Ever Feel Better

12.03.04

At age six I discovered the awful truth- the Bee Gees were not the glamorous girl group I had imagined. They were a bunch of hairy men. I was heartbroken. Fortunately, Madonna and ABBA and Barbara Streisand / Donna Summer's "Enough Is Enough" came to the rescue and helped with my recovery. But from that day on I knew I wanted my artists female. I've never quite been able to explain my preference for female artists, but I do know that most girls prefer male musicians. Ratio of males to females at the recent Donnas' NYC gig: 4:1. Girl group fans? 90% male. Cha Cha Charming readers? 80% male. Fascinating huh? You'd think that only girls visit my very pink, ultra girly site. No no no.

But even in my big heart full of girls, I have a little pocket reserved for the boys. Danish band Mew are my #1. Swedish band Melody Club have also secured a place. And after last night, French group Phoenix have made me realize that not all boy bands are boring and derivative. Phoenix played Bowery Ballroom last night, and it was spectacular. Usually I need to be well-alcoholed to get into a gig, but last night I got drunk on the crowd's enthusiasm, the near-perfect sound, and Phoenix's impeccable performance (and only one glass of wine). New York City crowds are rarely receptive, but they gave Phoenix an unforgettable night. The extended version "If I Ever Feel Better" got everybody grinning, singing, and dancing. My friend Mike said they sounded too much like Jamiroquai. I hate Jamiroquai!

Sheila

Posted by Sheila at 02:41 PM