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Viva la Venus

- Raleigh, NC Rock / Alternative / Metal

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Members: Wendy Brancaccio - vocals, guitar; Susan Darney - guitar, vocals, bass; Trey McLamb - drums; Mary Anne Barckhoff - bass, guitar, vocals

Sounds Like: Heart, Hole, Paramore, The Donnas, Avril Lavigne

Label: Shiny Pants (Independent)

Bio: Viva la Venus is a female-fronted guitar rock band from North Carolina founded by vocalists/guitarists Wendy Brancaccio and Susan Darney. The two began writing music that combines powerfully seductive vocal melodies with complex and intricate guitar leads wrapped around sexy rhythm guitar hooks. ... See Full Bio

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: 09/30/12: Carrboro Music Fest! Viva la Venus @ 2:00 PM at Jessee's Coffee (outside). Family friendly fun & FREE! http://t.co/fsKz7J4v

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“What do you get when you take a little Ozzy Osborne, Pat Benatar, Joan Jett, add a little Heart with just a dash of Salt N Pepa? You get a recipe for success with Viva la Venus's latest album, 'Bleeding on the Edge of Happiness'. It started with a Little Voice and progresses on to be more of an album worth shouting about. Viva la Venus continues to pump out great music with each album and we always look forward to seeing this four piece take the stage and rock the faces of anyone who enjoys good music! Kudos for a great album Viva la Venus! Thank you so much for yet one more great recipe of intoxicating music!”

— Andy Washburn, NC Local Music

“'Bleeding on the Edge of Happiness' really showcases Wendy’s vocal ability. The album as a whole, musically, vocally, lyrically, show the band is poised to take the next big step. The songwriting, guitar work, and vocals are ridiculously good. I mean, from song to song, they just keep getting better and better. ...I’ve always enjoyed VLV’s shows. And as you know there are some bands that are ‘live’ bands and come across better on stage than on CD, and then there are bands that are CD bands and come across better on CD than live. Viva la Venus, with their new album, has really impressed me. They’ve actually gone up several notches in my book thanks to this kick ass piece of work....Go. Get Bleeding on the Edge of Happiness. You’ll thank me later. You will. Really. I promise. ”

— Jim Keller II, Away Team

“Viva la Venus is not your average girl band. They are much more than a pretty face and they prove their serious rock credentials on their largely anticipated third album, 'Bleeding on the Edge of Happiness'. These women rock with infectious riffs, and a take-no-prisoners attitude when it comes to lyrics. Their drummer, Trey McLamb is a constant force to be reckoned with, adding hard pounding grooves, that never want to quit. ...The new album has definitely got attitude, the kind of in-your-face-unforgiving-attitude that only Viva la Venus can evoke.”

— Rebecca Kane, Coolgrrrls

“'Bleeding on the Edge of Happiness' is the breathtaking hugely enjoyable new thirteen track album... This album has all the fundamentals I like about albums of this genre that strikes that chord with me for its rich diversity, fun energy and raw passion. A lot of care and attention has gone into the creation of the album, especially with the production... 'Bleeding on the Edge of Happiness' has all the hallmarks that fans of catchy, gutsy, rock music will fully enjoy. There is so much to enjoy from this album, it is huge, I'm really excited about this band, musically it's all here, there is something for everyone to enjoy throughout 'Bleeding on the Edge of Happiness'. We couldn't ask for more really and this is one of those albums I can play forever. Watch out for Viva la Venus, one to look out for in the future and a band who perform with feeling and style, and that’s a rare thing. ”

— Nicky Baldrian, Fireworks Magazine (UK)

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2012
Dec 11

The Pour House Music Ha…
Raleigh, NC, US | 8:00pm
The Pour House Music Hall
Raleigh, NC, US
Tue Dec 11, 2012 8:00pm
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The Pour House Music Hall 224 S Blount St Raleigh NC 27601 More info:http://www.the-pour-house.com/index.php
2012
Oct 27

Sadlack's Heroes
Raleigh, NC, US | 7:00pm
Sadlack's Heroes
Raleigh, NC, US
Sat Oct 27, 2012 7:00pm
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2012
Oct 20

White Oak Grill and Lou…
Garner, NC, US | 9:00pm
White Oak Grill and Lounge
Garner, NC, US
Sat Oct 20, 2012 9:00pm
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We'll be playing covers and originals all night long! White Oak Grill and Lounge 7901 White Oak Rd Garner, NC 1.919.779.0710 http://www.facebook.com/whiteoak.grill
2012
Oct 20

White Oak Grill
27529, US | 8:00pm
White Oak Grill
27529, US
Sat Oct 20, 2012 8:00pm
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2012
Oct 19

The Tipsy Teapot
Greenville, NC, US | 10:00pm
The Tipsy Teapot
Greenville, NC, US
Fri Oct 19, 2012 10:00pm
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Viva la Venus will be opening for American Crush. More info: http://www.tipsy-teapot.com/