Temptress @ NXNE 2000

Hometown: New York, NY

Background/Composition: One cross-dressing punk rocker in the style of Rocky Horror, two scantily-clad, anorexic go-go dancers known only as 'The Nasty Habits' and from the Bronx, the Piranha Brothers (see earlier). The tunes were fast, furious, hilarious and very punk rock.

Achievement of Rock 'n' Roll Expectations:
80-100: Band exceeds skill and knowledge expectations. Rocked us so hard we peed our pants.
70-79: Band achieves required skills and knowledge. Meets rock 'n' roll standard.
60-69: Demonstrates some skills. Approaches rock 'n' roll standard.
50-59: Band demonstrates some required skills and knowledge in a limited way.
Below 50: Band has not demonstrated required skills or knowledge.

Grade: 95

World Domination Status:
Comment: The combination of punk, cross-dressing, sex, S&M and The Piranha Brothers made for a very deadly concoction of rock and roll and this is what it's all about. Not only was this act entertaining, Temptress had some of the best attitude (and ego) to appear in this city for a long time. Any local glam-rockers should take the time to catch this act for some pointers on how to truly appeal to their audience.

Learning Skills: E=Excellent, G=Good, S=Satisfactory, N=Sad Really

Oral And Visual Communication
Eye Contact: E
Pronunciation: E
Stage Presence: E
Stage Banter: E
Image: E
Appearance: E
Use Of Stage: E
Strengths/ Weaknesses/ Next Step: The only weakness to speak of was that this set lacked multiple costume changes, an on-stage make-up artist and a stylist. Temptress worked (and sweated) very hard and needed somebody to look after her in between doses of rock and the Nasty Habits. Why should beauty suffer in the hands of rock?

Musical Analysis
Cooperation With Others: E
Level Of Participation: E
Problem Solving: E
Teamwork: E
Work Habits: E
Organization: E
Audience Participation: E
Sound: G
Composition: G
Songs: G
Strengths/ Weaknesses/ Next Step: There were so many bodies on stage at one point, it was hard to tell if someone had to jump ship to save it from sinking. With the aid of the Piranha Brothers, it would've been hard not to sound great. Towards the end, there was a real-life ass whippin' as one of the audience members had his butt on display for all to see as the Nasty Habits whipped and humiliated this poor fellow. Punk rock in its essence is trashy so there was no need for complex arrangements or technical prowess. Keep it simple, stupid.

Other Skills And Areas Of Interest
Charisma: E
Sexiness: E
Haircut: E
Indie Rock Footwear: G
Nods To Disposible Fashion: E
Cool Equipment: E
Level Of Inebriation: G
Actual Ability: G
Strengths/ Weaknesses/ Next Step: A big-screen television was required for all curious on-lookers in the back to see what they've been needing and missing all of their lives - a dosage of Temptress. Expect to see Temptress and his/her crew at a wedding or church function in your town soon.