I’m OK Hating Everyone… sans Shapes

Shapes are one of those bands where shock and awe is the status quo. Witnessing lead singer Fanelli hang upside down thirty feet above the crowd in fishnet stocking while signing is just one example of the sheer entertainment value of Shapes. However, unlike their counterparts who fall flat with shit music and offstage personalities comparable to… myself, Fanelli and crew are undeniably PUNK. What impresses me most about Shapes is the music itself. Rather than focus on power chords and speedy songs, Shapes bring a subtle indie element with complex guitar parts, occasional verse chorus verse structures and sweet female vocals. Shapes are one of those elite bands that can control the tone of the crowd based on the setlist, effortlessly bringing the audience from and all out mosh pit down to a head nod toe tap and back.

Shapes video for “I’m OK” exemplifies the band’s ability to take the audience on a odd journey much like the live show. From drug use before noon, driving under the influence and a lover’s vengeful murder all in the first person, to an acoustic breakdown at the end where said lovers enjoy the sunset together. The undertones are a bit difficult to navigate, so hopefully we will update this post with a message from the band. In the meantime enjoy the video and continue to hate everyone.