The Vincent Black Shadow

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The world that you know has been transformed into a sultry, hot, cabaret (circa Paris 1940's). The band takes the stage, the singer raises her eyes, the look is malicious, murderous, yet addictive and captivating. The music is mildly reminiscent of Euro-cabaret with remnants of Blondie – No Doubt as the grinding guitars, hypnotic rhythms, the classical piano all add to this strange world. You realize that you can't look away, you sit and watch, mesmerized. When was the last time you were truly mesmerized? You can't remember and you don't really care anyways. You are seeing one of the few truly original new alternatives to the world of music. You find yourself hoping, realizing that this is the real thing, a new direction, a new sound. Pure talent pours from the stage, people are watching every move, hanging on every word, every gesture. This band in not only talented, they are insanely talented and trained, schooled. The songs are captivating, well crafted, the vocal melodies are hook driven, delivered with emotional intensity that is vacant from the contemptuous eyes of Cassandra Ford as she caresses you hypnotically with lyrics that “…one of the few truly original new alternatives…” twist and turn and have you wondering what incredible angst lies within the black heart of this diminutive beauty. Guitarist Rob Kirkhams's vision is finally complete, his expressionist performance, his world is being played out on stage like a final act, his arrangements unfolding in epic pop culture simplicity. Anthony Kirkham defines his brother's orchestrations with power and drive pounding steamy rhythmic beats, jazz, symphony, cabaret and most importantly the rock. Finally, Chris Kirkham, the latest addition to the lineup, joins his two brothers, who remain true to their musical upbringing: unapologetic and unyielding in their devotion to the music. Before the performance ends, the audience is already salivating over available cd's, needing to capture some scrap of this performance to take home in an attempt to remember the feeling of being transported to the world of The Vincent Black Shadow. Alas by the shows end the crowd, as always, is turned away the cd's are sold out, they write down email addresses, written orders for mail out copies, desperate attempts to connect, who is this band where will they perform next?

Latest bulletin 10.09.08

The Vincent Black Shadow Fall 2008 Tour!

The Vincent Black Shadow kick off their west coast tour of the USA on October 24th in Vancouver at the Media Club. This tour, dubbed "The El Mons-Tour!", ...

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Feb 14, 06:37 AM

where can you get there new album in the uK? its driving me nuts trying to find it! lol x
Sep 28 2008, 12:13 PM

to Emilie Autumn Lovealot: yes the lyrics say a pony a glass of wine, if only another night she canters backwards for miles
Sep 24 2008, 08:44 AM

I bought it, I love it...you will too.
Sep 21 2008, 05:14 AM

The new album is friggin' awesome! Best buy this year so far! :)
Apr 11 2008, 10:49 AM

I really wish they'd get their bands right on here. I got a message saying The Vincent Black Shadow had released a new album called "More Deeper", but it was by "Vincent Black Shadow" (no "The"), which is a completely different band. Annoying.
Apr 03 2008, 06:43 PM

Ok, I am absolutely addicted to the song Valentine. I know most of the lyrics myself. But when I searched them on the internet, they ALL have the wrong lyrics! I'm trying to fix one so people can actually realize what the song is like. Is one of the lines really supposed to be "A pony and a glass of wine" ? :S Because the version of the song I have is NOTHING like that! Somebody help me out here!
Mar 22 2008, 10:17 PM

I saw this band wayyyy back when they opened for Bif Naked in Duncan I like them and so happy I found them
Mar 12 2008, 01:32 PM

Saw these guys when they supported Kosheen in Nottingham last year - then went to see them again when they came back to support Silverstein! Met Chris and Rob who were awesome too. Looking forward to the new album!

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Chace Williamson: "The Vincent Black Shadow has it all: well crafted songs, melodic hooks, emotional intensity, and a striking female lead. Yeah, Cassandra Ford delivers the goods...."