Kate Nash + Peach Kelli Pop @ Observatory, Santa Ana 5/9/13
“I’m such a brat. That song is such a fucking tantrum,” British bird Kate Nash joked after finishing a pumped up version of “Mariella” from her first album Made of Bricks. A lot has changed with Nash since that first album, most strikingly a complete absence of a keyboard on stage. Those who haven’t been following Nash regularly since that first album might have been a little shocked at her new, more blatant riot grrl sound and look. Even so, Nash’s newest release Girl Talk has retained a strong pop undercurrent.
Nash has a surprising connection to Orange County, made evident by the name of local punk darlings FIDLAR scrawled across the front of her bass. To further the connection, Kate performed a reworked version of the band’s ode to a certain narcotic substance, instead titling it “Girl Gang” and quipping “Because bitches are better than blow!” All in all, her performance was a perfect example of her evolution as an artist. She does what feels right for her and as a result, captivated the audience.
To tie in the localness of the show, Burger Records babes Peach Kelli Pop opened up the night, rounding out the loud lady lineup.
Peach Kelli Pop
Peach Kelli Pop
Peach Kelli Pop
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