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by Alyse on 5/9/23The Underground - CharlotteHad a great time! Vv and Kaelin Milka put in a great show.
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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.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Rating: 5 out of 5 Amazing
by Alyse on 5/9/23The Underground - CharlotteHad a great time! Vv and Kaelin Milka put in a great show.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Awesome Show
by Apollyon on 5/9/23The Underground - CharlotteThe opening band was not really my speed but they were good. VV was awesome. Lots of energy. Seen him with his other band in 2018 and didnt have the energy then that he does now
Rating: 5 out of 5 Amazing Show
by HD on 5/8/23The Underground - CharlotteOf course, it's Ville Valo. He'd never give a lackluster show. Parking was full but still found a spot fairly easily. Absolutely awesome!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Great overall show!
by Nuzz on 5/8/23The Underground - CharlotteThe opening act was horrible. Im sure they are pretty good, but for a band most probably never heard of, the sound was not mixed well. But the worst part was the lighting. They had very very minimal lights on stage so you could even see the band yet had all the bright lights and strobes facing the crowd and would blind you. I was saying if VV's lighting is like this I wont make it through the show. But it wasnt. VV's sound and lighting was on point! But for opening band, there needs to be a rehearsal to see how the lighting is at the minimum. But all in all The Underground is a great venue and one of the cleanest bathrooms of any venue Ive ever been to.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Amazing!!!
by JessiJ on 5/8/23The Underground - CharlotteLoved the venue and the show did not disappoint! Hope to see more tours for VV in the future.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Ville ages like wine
by Ashes on 5/8/23The Underground - CharlotteIt'll be my third time seeing this man live and his performance delivered! The venue was small and intimate but somewhat difficult to see further back. If the stage could be raised a bit, it'd make it easier to view the show.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Nostalgic
by MikkoAmour on 5/8/23The Underground - CharlotteNever thought I'd hear Ville sing again after the 2017 tour. It was amazing and made me extremely happy. I was sad to not see the other members of HIM but it was still everything i wanted.
Rating: 5 out of 5 The greatest show on earth
by Wi yum on 5/8/23The Underground - CharlotteAn incredible show that somehow exceeded all expectations. Anyone who even somewhat enjoys Ville’s projects will only be more obsessed after seeing him live. He gave it all and there was a lot he had to give. Beautiful heartfelt renditions of his most iconic songs and his new album nearly in entirety. His range and commitment to a good performance every song made it truly the greatest experience of my life.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Great show
by CB on 5/8/23Buckhead Theatre - AtlantaVV IS A GREDAT PERFORMER. I have seen him at least 10 times and it never gets old.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Beautiful amazing
by metalchick68 on 5/6/23Buckhead Theatre - AtlantaI only saw HIM once and it was amazing but Ville and this band were fantastic!!! Ville's voice is so Beautiful and just give you chills. Of course he ended with When Love and Death Embrace and I got teary my granddaughter got emotional. He is just an amazing artist!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Amazing performance
by Vonanita on 5/6/23Buckhead Theatre - AtlantaVille was at his best. Great show. Great performance. Loved the song list. His energy and personality was the best. He was all smiles.
Rating: 5 out of 5 The Best Night
by Hana Banana on 5/6/23Buckhead Theatre - AtlantaThe most magical night I’ve ever had. Such a beautiful experience.
Rating: 5 out of 5 AMAZING SHOW
by Gianna on 5/6/23Buckhead Theatre - AtlantaHonestly I’ve been an active concert goer since 12. I found HIM when they disbanded so when I saw VV coming to ATL I had to be there. t was just an awesome experience!
Rating: 5 out of 5 omg
by Y. C. on 5/6/23literally one of the best shows ever loved the opener and ville’s voice is amazing and can’t forget about how good the setlist was, hoping he comes back so i can see him again <3
Rating: 5 out of 5 Magical
by Lauren S. on 5/5/23Ville was absolutely magical! His voice was breathtaking and the band was full of zeal! He had such a warm presence that left you wanting more! This was a childhood dream that came true for me!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Awesome artists
by M. T. on 5/4/23House of Blues Orlando - OrlandoVille Valo is a wonderful artists and the band was fantastic!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Amazing as always
by M. T. on 5/4/23Revolution Live - Ft LauderdaleVille Valo is an amazing and talented artists. The band was awesome and the whole show was beautifully done <3
Rating: 5 out of 5 Better than I expected
by Juanfloyd on 5/4/23Revolution Live - Ft LauderdaleThe show surpass my expectations, they sound way better than the last time they play a few years ago. Great atmosphere at the venue is 10 for me !!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 I loved it
by Joshua on 5/4/23Revolution Live - Ft LauderdaleI hadn’t seen a concert with valo in it since 2005 and this time I took my wife and we loved every moment of it. We will be doing that again perfect date night with the perfect singer thanks Valo.