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LOSTPROPHETS AT HOUSE OF BLUES-LOS ANGELES 
MAY 14TH, 2004
BY ARGIE PLAKAS

I had never really known too much about the Lostprophets till about two days before their House of Blues show here in Los Angeles, when their publicist sent me the CD and press kit.  So, of course the first thing I think when I start reading through the articles, is oh my god, they are all gorgeous.  And, the second thing I thought, but can they play just as good?

When my photographer and I arrived at the venue, the first thing I couldn't help but notice was all the women in attendance.  Talk about a huge female fanbase.  These guys must have to beat them off with a stick(no pun intended).  But, I had every intention of giving this band a chance to prove that they are more than just pretty faces. 

I already liked what I heard from the CD, but when they came out and played it was even better.  They began with the very first song on their latest CD(Start Something) "We still know the Old Way", and I must say it was great way to open.  These guys have great energy and presence.  They decided to go in order and just went right into the following song "To Hell we Ride."   Keyboardist Jamie Oliver helps out on vocals, and his rough screams are a nice compliment to singer Ian Watkins more sweeter sounding voice. 

"Last Train Home", was the definite sing a long song of the night.  It really is a quintessential rock song.  It has a little bit of everything.  And the chorus is quite catchy and infectious!

I was really taken by the enthusiasm and excitement of the audience.  It was what rock shows should be like.  I love watching fans go crazy for a band, it's almost as fun as watching the band themselves.  At one point, a girl(a very young girl), saw me directing my photog to capture a certain shot, and looks over at me and says : "Do you know them?"  I replied "Sorry, I don't."  She must have not believed me, because she then offered me money, if I take her back after the show and introduce her.  You mean I could of made a killing that night!? WELL,  LONG LIVE ROCK AND ROLL!