That Cute Frontman

Face it; most girls can't deny a good-looking frontman.

What I don't get is how they can still be all over a frontman whom they knew to be arrogant.

Take The Click Five as an example. Before this, I thought they were all amiable boys. But having attended their showcase at Hard Rock Cafe at the November 7th (story can be read here, on the sidebar of my main blog), as well as the autograph session at Tower Records in KLCC a day before, I changed my mind.

It was apparent that Kyle Patrick was an arrogant jerk. He didn't seem to acknowledge the fans (maybe some, but he was cocky to most), unlike Joey Zehr (drummer) and Ethan Mentzer (bassist), who shook hands with the fans. Joe Guese (lead guitarist) was being shy and smiling with the fans. Ben Romans (keyboardist) was being the serious musician, which appeared to be funny, rather than rude, since everyone who talked to him complimented his attitude.

Later on, a friend of mine found out from certain sources that Kyle Patrick and Joey Zehr were rather demanding; telling them to make sure the fans were informed that no hugging, no touching and no photo should be involved.

That part was understood, but what disappointed me was how rude the sources said they were. But while the two demanded for this and that (Kyle apparently being the worse of the two), the other three kept quiet.

On the contrary, The Star's article on The Click Five, Built To Thrill, praised Kyle for his endless enthusiasm.

True enough, despite his attitude, he was a passionate musician who wears his heart on his sleeve, singing songs that may seem shallow and teeny-bopper, yet can trigger tears because of his intensity and passion.

What I beg to differ though, is how 'robotic' bassist Ethan Mentzer was during the concert, as proclaimed by the reporter. If not twice, then he at least smiled at me once during the showcase. He was also making eye contact with the rest of the crowd.

Apparently, the reporter said he only smiled a total of three times, and even appeared irritated. (Reality check, could it be the reporter who triggered his agitation?)

As for Joe, he had his face hidden most of the time, but he was definitely caring about the fans, especially ones in the front who were being pushed and shoved (like me). Ben was definitely enjoying all the attention he was getting from the fans, and from where I was standing, Joey was blocked by Kyle for almost the entire night.

Conclusively, however, the showcase was quite a success, except the bruises I had on my shins after that.

And I'd definitely go for the concert which they promised to be having next year.

Carmen.