… packed Thursday: Nasty Rumors and Cyanide Pills!

Oh my, end of February almost and only by now i got to see my first show at the Hafenklang. Somewhat frustrating but as the time went towards loved ones in need of care it is somewhat all fine (though not ideal).

The package was cool, both bands sporting almost the same idea: Uptempo, Punk Rock and a heavy scent of Power Pop. And whilst the early show (doors 1900) at the start felt empty it turned into a nice packed upstairs at the beloved Hafenklang.

First the Bern contingent, last time over in 2023 as support for Chelsea. Back then i was somewhat full of praise, this time round some of me mates where. They got something going but this evening it sounded to me “too much the same”.

Nasty Rumours (Hafenklang, Hamburg, 27.02.2025 (c) gehkacken.de 2025)

I have no clue why this feeling somewhat was paired with an undercurrent of “lacking inspiration” … as they did have a good tempo, an almost good sound and got people somewhat moving and smiling.

Guess it must have been me, on this evening: They are in the end pleasant to listen to. Still, i won’t add a record of them.

After some shuffle and a revive of the Bass Amp it was time for the Leeds contingent. And with them it was an even better sound (thanks to a 2nd guitar with a perfect clear twang), a wee bit more variation and entertaining orchestrated stage movements (always a bonus in this household).

Cyanide Pills (Hafenklang, Hamburg, 27.02.2025 (c) gehkacken.de 2025)

And, as ever, they are a near perfect party machine, well rehearsed and no-nonsense. In that vein they speeded through their set like no tomorrow, little breaks and almost no chit-chat or banter with the audience.

Cyanide Pills (Hafenklang, Hamburg, 27.02.2025 (c) gehkacken.de 2025)

Did the lot like it? Yes, the lot did like it – broad smiles, shy movements but overall a great and joyful feel. They finished so quickly that they just immediately came back and gave some extras.

Pity though that they continue to ignore my loveliest song:

Hey Lads – next time pleaaaase! A round of beer will be on me, if!

For the greedy #recordcollectorsarepretentiousarseholes they even had a tour single on the merch table, get it here if you missed it:

Perfect packed Thursday it was, with loads of known faces and friends around – that did feel good!

Now i gotta go repeat repeat!