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Live Laugh Love. It's a phrase you might encounter in a certain type of cursive on the wall of a certain type of home. On the opposite end of the mood board, it's also a stick-and-poke tattoo on Chastity Belt guitarist/vocalist Julia Shapiro's left ankle (just below a highly improvised Shrek), and the title of the band's fifth album. It's fun, it's funny, but it's also sincere, not unlike the band's history - a joke that became real because it was always real - and the enduring bond that has been their band's foundation for the past 13 years.
In their decade-plus together, the four-piece - Shapiro, Lydia Lund (guitar, vocals), Gretchen Grimm (drums, vocals), and Annie Truscott (bass, vocals) - have created a resonant body of work. The early days of "Nip Slip" and "Pussy Weed Beer" (hits from their iconic debut full-length "No Regerts", which recently celebrated 10 years) and the "Cool Slut" era of 2015's "Time To Go Home" were raucous bonanzas of dry wit and self-evident feminism. A newfound gravity on 2017's "I Used to Spend So Much Time Alone" shifted the lyrical mood toward introspection as they continued to refine their trademark sound: lush intertwining guitars, meticulous rhythms, a careful balance of melancholy and optimism. Two years later, the dreamy Chastity Belt marked a renewal of vows to their musicianship and friendship, each member coming into their own as artists, convening with a fresh perspective on collaboration.
Price includes a 50p venue levy
For decades the Portland has been an essential part of the Cambridge live music scene welcoming local, national and international acts of all genres and backgrounds to play in our dedicated 200 capacity venue space.
Whether you are in a band and are looking for a venue to hold your own gig or are looking for a modern space to hold a meeting or gathering we can cater for groups of all sizes and requirements.
We have a full in house PA system and lighting with experienced sound technicians available to make sure your event sounds and looks great. The venue also has it’s own full-service bar, air conditioning and ‘green room’ space.
For smaller events we have 2 separate bars and a courtyard garden that can be hired independently.
Due to the age of the building the Portland is not easily accessible by wheel chair but we will endeavour to provide any help we can. Generally entry to the venue and public bar is no problem.
129 Chesterton Road,
Cambridge,
Cambridgeshire,
England,
CB4 3BA.
01223 357 268
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