Weekly Feature #215b: The Shivers – Live at Rockwood, 08.26

When I first heard The Shivers I knew instantly how important they would become to me, how they would challenge my perception of rock music, of what is regarded as innovative, new and original. This band can cross genres, have classic love songs, bitter angry ballads, mix experimental electronic sounds with Velvet Underground/Bruce Springsteen references and still possess a clear and iconic identity. Their identity and sound is direct and attacking, although delivered through the most subtle and at times gentle love songs. The vocals of their lead singer Keith give them that unforgettable identity. His voice, character and on stage performance is a striking combination that has won the hearts of the small amount of fans that have been lucky enough to catch one of the bands as of yet infrequent shows. – Read Ed Lovelace Q7A with the bands here.