A journey to "Adventureland"

Anyone who covers Pur has hit songs on their set list. They have an easy time with fans of the original, one of the most successful German bands. Provided, of course, that they are good enough to come close enough to the original, as in the case of Abenteuerland. There was hardly any need for the colorful uniform jackets that reminded the band of their role models' outfits.

Carsten Siebert and the band quickly had the market square, which was delightfully packed with music fans, under control. In no time at all, the usual distance between the edge of the stage and the first spectators had disappeared. Many enthusiastic listeners were soon moving rhythmically, swinging their arms and hands above their heads with Siebert. And because many of Pur's songs are simply catchy, the audience sang along loudly and confidently to lyrics that appear to be popular across all age groups.

However, Carsten Siebert's observation could not be dismissed: the general enthusiasm was more evident among the female members of the audience than among the men. Perhaps this is due to the content of the songs: they deal with deep and not-so-deep feelings, with pearl eyes, togetherness, and longing. And perhaps the reaction to this was more restrained among the men than among their female companions. At least outwardly.

(Die Glocke, July 24, 2011)