Want to go to a show that has it all?
Go see Emilie Autumn.
Seriously. Go. Right now. 
Autumn’s “The Asylum Tour: The Key,” promised to bring her Asylum experience to fans who have been waiting to see it for the very first time. Autumn and her sexy, witty all girl band, the Bloody Crumpets (Aprella, Naughty Veronica, The Blessed Contessa and Captain Maggot), instantly grasped and held the devoted audience”
Autumn’s stage set was as elaborate and intricate as the performance that evening. A large, cream colored clock sat at center stage, while a tea and bakery set sat stage right, and Autumn’s Harpsichord sat stage left. Deep reds and light pinks accented the drapery and Autumn’s Asylum signage.
The Crumpets took the stage at 8:15, wearing embellished Burlesque inspired attire. Each woman was dressed distinctly, and wore a corset. One was red; the others were white, black and pink. The Crumpets were covered in frills and lace, and wore stripped socks and ripped fishnets.
Autumn appeared on stage after the Crumpets performed a dance number. Autumn wore a pale, rat mask and an embellished corset. A bright red heart was stitched on the fabric.
Every song was brought to life with performance art. For example, during “Liar,” the Crumpets playfully dismembered Autumn with hatchets and knives while she flailed in a wheelchair. The women brought her back to life using humorous, unenthusiastic resuscitation.
In-between songs the ladies took part in a vivacious tea party where members of the crowd were sprayed with “tea” and various backed goods. Autumn and the Crumpets performed vaudeville inspired comedy bits, too. The dialogue between the women was filled with wit. Some of the Crumpets also entertained with fire breathing, stilt walking, feather fan dancing, burlesque, aerial flying, and acrobatic performance.
The ladies interacted with the audience during the show. They asked for advice, responded to random comments, and invited two lucky young ladies on stage to participate in Veronica’s “Rat Game.”
Autumn’s “Victoriandustrial” music is unique. Autumn masterfully plays the electronic violin and harpsichord. The delicate sound of the violin and harpsichord almost float over each song’s driving industrial beats, while her singing voice and girlish, yet menacing growls, bring each song together in a slightly demented, but beautiful package. Many of Autumn’s songs tell stories of pain and anguish. Her lyrics are incredibly vivid. Listeners can almost feel the performer’s anger and frustration.
Towards the end of Autumn’s performance, she told the audience that earlier in the day she was told that no one was going to be at the show that evening. Autumn normally tours in Europe with stellar results. She said she was surprised and pleased with the show’s turnout. She plans on returning very soon.
Hear, hear, to that.
Set List:
Best Safety Lies In Fear
4 O’Clock
Opheliac
Liar
The Art of Suicide
I Want My Innocence Back
Shalott
Dominant
God Help Me
Unlaced
Dead Is The New Alive
I Know Where You Sleep
306
Misery Loves Company
Face The Wall
Mad Girl
Bohemian Rhapsody
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Thank God I’m Pretty
Thanks to Emilie’s forum for the set list. While this wasn’t the exact one from the Lawrence show, the order looked similar to the songs’ names I recorded.
Emilie Autumn: myspace
