Festival les Vieilles Charrues 2014

From July 17 to July 20, I went in Brittany, in the town of Carhaix, to attend the festival Les Vieilles Charrues, the largest music festival in France. I could not take pictures of all the artists at the festival because there were too many, but I'll tell you about the ones I have seen and also of this really interesting experience.

During the four days, we had to camp because the hotels were all full. Fortunately, the festival organizers had planned a camping for those who wanted to sleep close to the festival. I was not against the camping, but the problem was that we were far too many in the camp, it was not monitored, and many people have spend their time drinking and often returned to their tent, completely drunk. To be honest, I was not really quiet to be in my tent and thinking that there were drunks around me. But hey, I'm still here. 

First day of the festival, we start with a well-known French singer: Vanessa Paradis. To be honest, I never really listen to, but when I heard it was a revelation to me: the themes of her songs are varied, some are quiet and others are dynamic, Vanessa has completely captivated me during her show, and I became a fan. And I loved her red leather jacket, like rockers. Vanessa, Congratulations for your great show, for have began the festival with a masterly manner. You have conquered my heart of metalhead. 

After Vanessa Paradis, we enter the world of rock, with an English band, The Black Keys. I did not know, well I can tell you now, I want to know more. The atmosphere was already high after the passage of Vanessa, well the Black Keys have managed to maintain this great atmosphere with their rock and roll songs. Good job guys!

Another day of the festival, a known French group arrived: Detroit. My sister is a big fan of the group, and she loves the singer, Bertrand Cantat. I never really listened Detroit, but I'm pleasantly surprised by their songs.

And to finish the festival, there was an English rock band famous: Arctic Monkeys. I know the band since a few months, but I still wanted to see them in live. I wanted to see Shaka Ponk, but unfortunately I could not, to my great regret. In short, it was a really great festival, but also super tiring, but it's a good tired.

                                                                             Mathias, the Lordi Rider 

My first Ghost Ritual: an unforgettable moment!

Yesterday, I had a memorable day. I saw one of my favorite live bands, a group whose reputation grows quickly: Ghost. The concert took place in the town of Arras (northern France) in a historical place called "The Citadel". I had seen pictures of rituals of some of my friends and I knew I would not be disappointed with the show. Here are some pictures and a small description of the concert.

In the morning, I got up, saying "Wow, it's today." 3 hour drive to go to Arras, but it was the only day or I could see Ghost this year, so I seized the opportunity. The weather was very hot all day, lots of sunshine and no clouds. No rain during the concert, even if it would add to the dark atmosphere of Ghost lol.

At Arras, in front of the citadel, there were already a lot of people gathered outside the entrance. I waited almost one hour with other metalheads like me. It was nice, but it was really hot and the sun was beating down. And finally, when we were entering in the citadel, my heart was beating hard, and I could give my ticket. The security was very strict, There were guards everywhere.

I did not wait very long before the concert begins. The intro of Ghost is simply superb. A dark and mysterious music that sounds in the citadel, sinister religious songs that seem to come from another world. A few seconds later, the Nameless Ghouls come slowly and begin to play with their instruments. And finally, the big boss arrives, the pope of the metalheads, our great master to all: Papa Emeritus II. He is already impressive in the videos, but in live, I was amazed, he is truly spectacular. 

I was not at the first row, but regardless, I had a very good place and I could see the band in all its glory. Ghost played some of my favorite songs like "Ritual" "Stand by Him" "If you Have Ghost" or "Monstrance Clock", to name a few (they did not play "Secular Haze", it's pity) . But in any case, I spent an unforgettable moment, one of my best concerts for now. The concert was filmed in live, and they also filmed the public, so I think I will appear on the video, but even if this is not the case, it does not matter, I could always say "I was there and it was amazing! "

One of the most beautiful and unforgettable moments of the concert is when I sang "Monstrance Clock" with Ghost and the whole crowd. I sang as loud as possible, and I had a sore throat after the concert, but I was so happy to have sung with Ghost. At the end of the concert, I was a little sad to leave, but I have thinking "They'll be back, for sure." Thanks again Ghost for this show that will remain etched in my memory and my heart, forever.

Long live to Ghost and the Clergy!!!!

                                                                       Mathias, the Lordi Rider