In an event sponsered by ambitious new music magazine
Filter, British up-and-comers Haven headlined a sold-out gig at
New York City's Mercury Lounge.
With support from
Swedish sensations Division of Laura Lee and The Hiss
from Atlanta, it was initially hard to gauge the audience's
reaction to the bands. DVSN bassist Jonas at one point
during their set proclaimed "Cool as a moose..." referring to
the crowd. However, when asked what he thought of the
NYC audience afterward, he responded with an enthusiastic "Thumbs Up".
In all honesty, DVSN should have been the
topping the bill as their reputation precedes them wherever they play (we dare you
to find one negative thing written about their new release Black City).
They've continually been blowing people
away with their moody style of high-powered rock. And at their Philly gig,
half the crowd left after DVSN's set, not bothering to stick
around for Haven.
Look for them to headline their own tour in early 2003.
The Hiss
