Fenton and Fehmi, known as Double Virgo, produce earnest and somewhat chaotic guitar music, reflecting on the male bonding experience. Their sound, which draws from their previous band Bar Italia, captures feelings of loss and nostalgia through a relaxed yet disorganized style. Their latest album, Shakedown, marks a step toward more cohesive content and serious musicianship despite its informal roots. However, the tension between seriousness and their raw, casual ethos leaves the music in a somewhat unsatisfying middle-ground, making it sound almost good but not quite exceptional.
Kim Gordon's essay, "Trash Drugs and Male Bonding," highlights the hypermasculine fringe rock circuit in New York and personal experiences of dissonance in music.
Double Virgo, formed by Bar Italia’s Fenton and Fehmi, showcases a sloppy yet earnest sound, inviting listeners to reflect on their awkward, male bonding moments.
Their latest album, Shakedown, is conceptually tighter than previous works, revealing the artists' serious approach despite a lingering feel of aimlessness and informality.
The challenge for the duo lies in reconciling their serious intentions with their casual, jam-session vibe, resulting in a sound that feels frustratingly middle-ground.
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