Richard Butler - Photo by Alexander Flenner
I love new wave and enjoy every band fitting into that musical period. Psychedelic Furs is one of such bands, although they are also known for art rock and hard rock.
The Furs, as the fans lovingly refer to them, performed at the Warehouse Live on July 2, 2010.
Eager to hear hits like “Heaven” and “The Ghost In You,” middle aged fans gathered near the stage waiting patiently for the band to set up after She Wants Revenge wrapped up their opening act. She Wants Revenge was good and complimentary to the Furs’ sounds. Yet, it seemed once She Wants Revenge finished, the audience was relieved. After all, they were there for the Furs, not alternative music.
Richard Butler was well worth the wait. Extremely personable and unpretentious, he made fans feel at home by reaching out to the audience, touching, shaking hands and getting down on his knees.
This being the last show on their tour, all band members seemed to be at ease, walking around the stage and twirling in circles. Saxophonist Mars Williams was exceptionally good.
This being the last show on their tour, all band members seemed to be at ease, walking around the stage and twirling in circles. Saxophonist Mars Williams was exceptionally good.
I stood directly at the stage, singing along, excited to see a band that held it together from 1978. It was refreshing to watch them enjoy performance as much as their fans were. Their love for the music was contagious and the audience appreciated it.
I went home happy, after giving Richard Butler a firm handshake.
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