Ting Tings @ the Starlight Ballroom

March 15th: No line at the Starlight Ballroom?!?! Well, I suppose I did come early because this sold out show was sure to have a line that stretched well out of the door. All of the fuss was for the Ting Tings who, coming off their album We Started Nothing, had brought high energy and flashy concerts to their fans. Perhaps the most publicized event came the week before I saw them when the band performed at a Adidas sponsored event where everyone threw paint all over a white room and went crazy. http://www.adidas.com/campaigns/originalsss2009/content/#/lifestyle/tingtings-paint-party/video Wish I was there. But, the Ting Tings at the insane Starlight Ballroom would have to suffice. After getting my friend in the bar and havin' a couple of drinks, we were ready. However, before we could see the main attraction, there was a band who wanted us to stay for the Ting Tings because "the Ting Tings will make you poop your pants." While not the most inviting of endorsements one could give, it certainly struck a chord with me. What kind of chord, I'm not sure, but nonetheless I was pretty anxious for the UK band. Luckily, the entire crowd was just as anxious as I was to get a glimpse of the Ting Tings. After playing the anthemic tunes "Great DJ" and "Shut Up and Let Me Go", the energy was alive and well. With Jules De Martino on the drums, providing the swagger and guitarist/vocalist Katie White showcasing her charisma and sexiness, this band is hard to dismiss. On the band's website, the duo says one of their influences is Nico and judging from Katie's persona on stage, it is easy to see where that fits in. Despite the band's short set list and limited range of songs, these elements make the Ting Tings worth watching even if they don't make you lose control of your bowels. Grade: B