I respect bands that give me something of themselves that I can feel. Neil Young August 17, 2019 In early 2019, Neurosis announced their summer plans: a July tour of Europe to be followed by an August run of North American dates in the eastern U.S. and Canada. The last stop on this tour: Thalia … Continue reading Neurosis, Bell Witch, and Deafkids at Thalia Hall
Musicians should not play music. Music should play musicians. Henry Rollins Of the sixteen times I’ve seen Neurosis in concert, the 2018 Muddy Roots Festival was the first time I’d seen them at a festival. Neurosis have built a diehard following over the years with their dedication to heavy, psychedelic sound, so it is obvious … Continue reading Neurosis at Muddy Roots, September 2, 2018
I associate heavy metal with fantasy because of the tremendous power that the music delivers. Christopher Lee With a sound that is the aural equivalent of a bison stampede, High on Fire have ascended over the last decade to become the quintessential metal band. Devoid of any pomp or frivolity, they are a stripped-down machine … Continue reading High on Fire at Muddy Roots, September 1, 2018
A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men. Roald Dahl Ah, the Melvins! Once again trekking through the U.S.A. to leave their mark on eardrums across the land. The Melvins are like…well, a certain analogy from Forrest Gump regarding chocolates is apt, but I’ll spare the reader. Suffice to say that … Continue reading Melvins at Park West, July 31, 2018
Neurosis has built a reputation as one of the music world’s stalwart forces for innovative, heavy sound. With a catalog of releases spanning over three decades, its mark is indelible. Countless bands cite Neurosis as an influence, and fans worldwide will not hesitate to describe the intensity of the live experience and many travel far … Continue reading Neurosis at The Granada Theater, July 19, 2018
December 13, 2017 at Cactus Club Unsane has spent fall and winter 2017 on the road in support of their new album Sterilize. After seeing them in July at Chicago’s Beat Kitchen, I couldn’t resist making the drive to Milwaukee to see them at the Cactus Club, along with Child Bite and Big|Brave. This is … Continue reading Child Bite, Big|Brave, and Unsane live in Milwaukee
Widely renowned metal titans Crowbar hit up Reggies Rock Club in Chicago on 2017-11-27 as part of their fall 2017 tour through the western and midwest U.S. Continue reading Crowbar live in Chicago
Neurosis have embarked on a summer 2017 tour that takes them through the eastern U.S. and into Canada. Chicago was fortunate enough to get two gigs (both of which quickly sold out): one intimate show at The Empty Bottle and another at the more spacious Thalia Hall. These photographs are from their Thalia Hall show … Continue reading Neurosis: Live in Chicago at Thalia Hall
Live in Chicago, 2015-07-08. Continue reading Melvins at The Double Door
