Bitter:Sweet

electronica // swanky lounge

Oozing with provocative charm, Bitter:Sweet‘s music is a s’mores of sexy melodies and chocolate-covered lyrics – each bite more delicious and mocking an endless craving. Turntables seduce a harp; strings and drums beckon basslines; while Shana’s voice is smoldering and sly, always teasing and pleasing, gently kindling before it ignites. Their tantalizing tendencies explore your innermost desires by fashioning sound as comely exotic dancing fire that casually mellows then miraculously rages.

It’s no surprise they’ve highlighted numerous tv shows and movies since their debut, and seeing them live is a sensuous delight. Supported by a full band, they arouse shagadelic sincerities luring souls to dance with a touch of mystery emanating from their presence. Clearly, they’ve mastered their craft of making music that’s playful and seductive while translating this to a fantastic lounge experience.

Be sure to say hello afterward; they’re some of the nicest folks I’ve met. And get there early for a warm-up by DJ L.C. mixing the likes of Rod Stewart, Genesis, and The Doors over danceable hip-hop beats that would make the RZA smile. Outstanding. Here’s photos I took during their show at Revolution Hall last week, and two aurgasmic songs from their latest album, Drama.

Pleasure-wielding.
Bitter:Sweet – The Bomb
Bitter:Sweet – Drama

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Posted by Kyle on Thursday, August 14th, 2008 under electronic.

22 Responses to “Bitter:Sweet”

  1. Micha said on August 14th at 12:48 pm :

    hum. Weren’t they already featured here?

  2. Melissa said on August 14th at 4:18 pm :

    Yay! I was there. They were excellent

  3. Sebastien said on August 14th at 4:21 pm :

    I was there too. Pretty good show. More pics:
    http://www.flickr.com/photos/altuwa/sets/72157606714646358/show/

  4. Justin said on August 14th at 4:34 pm :

    Yes they were featured on this website a while back…
    Prolly almost 2 years ago now I do believe…
    Great Stuff!

  5. Anabelle said on August 16th at 1:13 am :

    THANKSSSSSSSS!! i was wondering abaut this song – the bomb- ’cause is the soundtrack of Lipstick Jungle… that tv show is killing me! :D

    Reg,

  6. Kyle said on August 16th at 10:23 am :

    nice photos Sebastien; it’s amazing what compact digital cameras can capture these days. i’ll have the rest of mine online soon.

    yes, we featured Bitter:Sweet almost 2 years ago; they’re an Aurgasm favorite. i linked to our first post from this one with the word debut.

  7. hmd1987 said on August 17th at 6:04 pm :

    mannnnn i looooove the songs by bittersweet you
    have on here.

  8. John said on August 19th at 12:24 pm :

    Gotta ask, Kyle, what you were using for camera/lens at the show — those are pretty wonderfully exposed/detailed shots for a club setting. :)

  9. Kyle said on August 20th at 9:32 am :

    much thanks John; i’m using a Canon 40D with a Canon 85mm 1.8 for close-ups, and a Canon 28mm 1.8 for wide shots.

  10. bidule said on August 21st at 4:28 am :

    It is so delicious and delightful, Thanks

  11. polonzo said on August 21st at 3:54 pm :

    yeah,they ahlright outasight but what about chipmunk skulllcrush or ludwing von wolfbang and the headcount

  12. Pete said on August 21st at 10:58 pm :

    Wonderful, wonderful stuff. Thanks to you and BitterSweet.

    Cheers.

  13. dric said on August 23rd at 9:10 pm :

    I Love them ! The BOMB is eonderful, thankyou !

  14. Sirsparrow said on August 24th at 3:49 pm :

    Gave ’em a listen to and I loved them. Reminds me a lot of Zero 7 actually.

  15. subservient experiment said on August 25th at 3:14 pm :

    Thx for the tunes…love em. -especially The Bomb!

    =w=
    healthryder.blogspot.com

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  17. JR said on August 28th at 12:41 am :

    Their last album was a particular favorite of mine. I also have a strong preference for underrated and unheard music and feature it on my site. Thanks for spotlighting this great group.

    JR
    http://www.MeLikeGoodMusic.com

  18. godzi said on August 29th at 10:17 pm :

    Bitter Sweet are nice but they make me think of Combustible Edison, who were so very much better in every way.

  19. Adam said on September 1st at 2:48 pm :

    Reminds me allot of Esthero’s first album…

  20. Kyle said on September 16th at 11:00 pm :

    @godzi: Combustible Edison were great, but their sound is very different from Bitter:Sweet. It’s like comparing The Beatles with The Rolling Stones, on a lounge basis instead of rock; to each their favorite.

    Here’s the rest of my photos from that night:
    http://flickr.com/photos/onaboat/sets/72157606997460198/

  21. Jane said on October 2nd at 11:33 pm :

    READMYLIPS :o)
    Loving this music :)
    Lipstick Jungle !!!!! Best show I
    have watched in a long time !! LOVE IT!!!!!

  22. Erik said on October 14th at 8:54 am :

    I bought both their discs; the quality is a little uneven, but overall I’m liking it a lot. Thanks!

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