The Hives play it like they mean it (even though they don’t)

The Hives play it like they mean it (even though they don’t)

Our reviewers give their verdict on the latest shows around town.

The Hives at The Forum Melbourne #REVIEW

The Hives last toured our shores a decade ago, with the reputation as one of the best live acts around, still intact. Showcasing their latest album, The Hives Forever, Forever the Hives, due for release in August this year. Garage-punk Melbourne outfit, Split System, put on a frenetic, gritty performance rousing the punters for the onslaught of the Swedish rockers. The inflated white balloons emblazoned with each black letter of the Hives provid…