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The Roman summer is in full swing, and is filled with special events and must-see concerts. August 30th Hole will be the star, and will perform at the Atlantico Live in Rome to present their latest album “Nobody’s Daughter”, published in April. Obviously fans will also be able to hear some of the hits which made them famous: Teenage Whore, Doll Parts, Violet, and Miss World etc.

Hole is a rock band. Their early work was heavily influenced by punk rock and noise rock, and their sound gradually became more grunge and pop. The album Live Through This (1994) also included collaborations with Kurt Cobain (husband of Hole frontwoman Courtney Love).

The band was founded in 1989 by Courtney Love, Eric Erlandson and Patty Schemel. Bassist Melissa Auf der Maur joined the group in 1995, after original bassist Kristen Pfaff died from an overdose.

After a decade of musical activity and after five albums the group disbanded in 2002. The album presented on tour this summer is the result of the reunification of the group in 2009. For the same reason their concerts raise expectations even further. The current formation of the group, which continues to enjoy the presence of Courtney Love (vocals and guitar) includes new musicians that have replaced the protagonists of the historical era of Hole: Micko Larkin (guitar), Shawn Dailey (bass), Stu Fisher ( battery.) This meeting is quite controversial because Courtney Love seems to believe that “Hole” means Courtney Love and has replaced the rest of the group.

For those who still do not know Hole, seeing them live in Rome is an ideal opportunity to hear the music of this group and to celebrate a summer full of music and fun. If you decide to spend some days in the Eternal City to visit its monuments and bone up on culture, we advise you to rent apartments in Rome: the best comfort for the best price.