Illuminated on stage by projections of vintage Muppets and cult films, The Living Kills play echo-y, strong and plowing psychedelic rock’n’roll with simple variations and classic structure. They could be described as a version of The Velvet Underground with a little extra weight in the form of a bolder guitar and a more prominent organ – often replaced by droney strings on record. Last week, the band threw a celebration for the release of their newest album “Faceless Angels” at Public Assembly. The event was planned with readings, even a raffle, run and emceed by the lovely Jennifer Bassett, Living Kills keys player and co-vocalist. Their next show will be at Bar Matchless in Greenpoint on June 11. – Caitlin Clive
