Great show!
by Metalpen on 11/10/17The Fillmore Charlotte - CharlotteRating: 5 out of 5Sad that this will be the last time seeing this group. Very enjoyable performance
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In the annals of 21st century alternative rock history there are few artists who cast a longer or more peculiar shadow than Finnish Love Metal pioneer Ville Valo. After all, his band HIM were easily among the most iconic and idiosyncratic groups of the millenium. Zealously revered, gleefully reviled but impossible to ignore, their music left an indelible mark on a worldwide legion of fans. The scarlet letters stood for His Infernal Majesty. Their founder stood for something delightedly out of step with the status quo.
"We only hoped to temporarily redirect hard rock's blood flow from the nether regions towards the heart", reminisces Ville Valo, the singer, songwriter and primus motor of HIM. Judging by the monolithic presence of the Heartagram in any account of music this side of the millennium it's apparent that he succeeded.
Inspired by everyone from Poe to Bukowski and tinged by a penchant for perfumed Sabbathian gloom, Valo's creative lovechild would produce eight era-defining studio releases and over ten million record sales, not forgetting a Grammy nomination, countless magazine covers, critical acclaim, and the veneration of a generation. Thus it came as no surprise that the news of a farewell tour in 2017 was greeted with shock and disbelief among devotees and endless speculation as to what or who was to take up the velvet mantle.
"As fun as the funeral rites for HIM were, it took me more than a few moons to lick my wounds in the shadow of the Heartagram and come up with an excuse to strum and hum again. Eventually I decided put a leash on my beloved black dog and we started howling together instead of barking at each other. That's how Loveletting was born".
Loveletting, the first single off VV's debut album 'Neon Noir' out in early 2023, suggests this new infernal mix of light and shade is nothing short of a landmark release from one of modern music's most distinctive and intriguing voices. It belongs to the same forlorn world of woe and whimsy once conceived and governed by Valo in HIM, but with the nuanced notes of a fine aged Cabernet.
"Artistically speaking the main difference between HIM and VV is the extra line in the Heartagram, but what an exquisite line it is! It's the Mamas and the Papas dressed up as Metallica on their way to a Halloween bash at the Studio 54, and now who wouldn't want to witness that?"
Throughout their career, VV has drawn massive crowds of fans, packing venues like Theatre of Living Arts, the Depot and Summit to capacity.
Absolutely amazing
by Channing316 on 11/9/17Buckhead Theatre - AtlantaRating: 5 out of 5Hands down the best show I've ever been to. It's such a shame this is HIM's final tour.
- by Anonymous on 11/9/17Buckhead Theatre - AtlantaRating: 5 out of 5
The venue was not the best, but CKY and HIM were both amazing!!!
Everything I ever dreamed of!!!!
by kaseynlandon on 11/9/17Buckhead Theatre - AtlantaRating: 5 out of 5After 12+ years of waiting to see your favourite band... And you finally see them. If you can honestly say that they are literally everything you ever dreamed them do be, it's amazing. And that's what this show was.
So sad that this is their final tour.
by Bluestargrl on 11/8/17House of Blues Orlando - OrlandoRating: 5 out of 5This is my 3rd time seeing HIM live. There were some sound issues, but other than that I enjoyed this show. The one thing that I found annoying was the numerous people filming the show. A lot of people had their phones in the air that it was hard to see the show at times. Other than that, I enjoyed it.
HIM is amazing!!
by vmc423 on 11/8/17House of Blues Orlando - OrlandoRating: 5 out of 5The concert was the best I've ever been to and one experience I'll never forget.
Spectacular Farewell
by YelloPonyGirl on 11/6/17South Side Ballroom - DallasRating: 4 out of 5I want to go back and relive that entire concert over and over again. From the opening act, 3 Teeth, to CKY, to the finale that is H.I.M...everything was amazing. Never heard of 3 Teeth and they rocked. I am now a fan of theirs. Been in love with CKY since I first heard their music! Ville and the guys in H.I.M....they put on a strong performance. It sounded to me like maybe Ville was losing his voice from time to time. Overall, they still sounded fantastic!
Ho Hum
by Gormanghast on 11/6/17House of Blues Dallas - DallasRating: 2 out of 5Ville was just phoning it in. I realize a lot of thise kids never saw them before...but I saw them in Europe for the Love Metal tour and it was amazing...this...nope...I left early...
HIM went out in style!
by ValB on 11/6/17House of Blues Dallas - DallasRating: 5 out of 5I have seen HIM in concert many times in the past 10 years, so seeing them for what is to be the last time in concert, was a must. From the first song til the last, HIM delivered. Ville Valo, the singer, still has the voice that can go up and down without missing a beat. The band is top notch. The place was packed with HIM fans and everyone had a blast. Singing along with well known songs was so much fun! I will miss HIM very much, but we will always have their amazing songs and the memories of awesome concerts!
My first and last HIM concert
by Person213 on 11/6/17South Side Ballroom - DallasRating: 5 out of 5HIM has been my favorite band for about a decade, maybe even longer. Bottom line? The concert was amazing! This was the first HIM concert I have ever attended, it was so awesome to see CKY open for them. No one can open for such a majestic band better than CKY. My first and last HIM show. I'll always remember this one.
HIM, GREAT FOR THE LAST TIME
by Parkerpalmer420 on 11/6/17South Side Ballroom - DallasRating: 5 out of 5Greattach show. Too bad it was their last. Did everything you'd expect except Vampyre Heart.
HIM Bang and Whimper Tour
by dmarie2003 on 11/6/17House of Blues Dallas - DallasRating: 2 out of 5This being the last Dallas show for Ville, Linde, Burton and Mige I wouldn't have missed it. They sounded supurb! Valo's rich baritone thrilled and struck many a note. The venue switch from HOB to Southside Ballroom disappointed. Southside staff friendly and professional although not strong in protocol regarding ADA accommodation requests.
Best way to say Farewell to HIM
by vetty on 11/1/17The Wiltern - Los AngelesRating: 5 out of 5Amazing show, great opening bands. Great way to end an Amazing musical career. Cheers.
H.I.M
by juliexhimgirl on 10/31/17The Wiltern - Los AngelesRating: 5 out of 5Seeing him for the 3rd time was the best time ever! They always have great songs and will be dearly missed. Definitely worth seeing them on their Farewell Tour. Awesome music
H.I.M. Went out with a Bang!
by Cysasaga on 10/29/17House of Blues Anaheim - AnaheimRating: 5 out of 5Hate to see H.I.M. go but I did enjoy the show. They put on an amazing show. It’s like I saw them for the first time all over again. What a bittersweet feeling.
Sooo good
by Mzmurder on 10/29/17House of Blues Anaheim - AnaheimRating: 5 out of 5These guys were amazing! It's such a shame they won't be performing anymore--but so glad I came to this show regardless of having to stand up. They played all the hits and then some, simply unforgettable
Amazing
by SamanthaLeigh on 10/29/17House of Blues Anaheim - AnaheimRating: 5 out of 5One of the best shows I have been too. Been a HIM fan for many years. So sad it was the last time I will see them play.
HIM
by Tempslilgurl on 10/29/17House of Blues Anaheim - AnaheimRating: 5 out of 5The house of blues new venue was great! I love that the floor slopes towards the stage so everyone can see, that's great for tiny people like me. The band was phenomenal!! Best performance I've seen by them, sad to see them go.
Awesome
by Christine666 on 12/22/14House of Blues Las Vegas - Las VegasRating: 4 out of 5Great show, great venue. HIM and Motionless in White rocked. Only thing negative was $12 for pbr.
HIM
by MajestyPrincess on 12/15/14The Fillmore Silver Spring - Silver SpringRating: 5 out of 5Great concert ! Ville sang for 20 songs!!!!! Heaven =)