The Dive Bar on Glenwood Avenue in Raleigh may be small, but on March 2nd, it packed a big punch with two hardcore bands; Kingshead and R.B.T.
Kingshead from Virginia Beach took the spotlight to begin with, with their own brand of southern metal. Their sound is smooth and melodic at times, but always with a heavy vibe.
R.B.T. was next up, with the loudest and fastest riffs I've seen in a long time. The guitar wailed away, and the bassist could play a million notes per minute. The band is tight.
I would recommend checking out both bands online, but nothing can ever beat a live show.
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Thursday, March 15, 2012
The Lazy Janes, Noncanon, Torpor, and The Infamous Sugar at King's Barcade
On February 24, King's Barcade in downtown Raleigh had a good crowd, all awaiting the debut appearance of the Lazy Janes. The lineup was eclectic on this particular evening, and included other acts: Noncanon, Torpor, and Infamous Sugar.
The Lazy Janes brought their unique brand of silly punk rock to the stage, with great results. The music is simplistic yet memorable, and the humor of the band adds a whole new dimension to the act.
Next up was Noncanon, a two-piece band with a hypnotic sound. They combine simple beats with thick atmospheric synth sounds to create a backdrop for their moving basslines, melodic guitar, and smooth vocals.
Torpor took the stage after Noncanon, and the mood takes a 180 degree turn. No slow melodic passages or synth atmosphere here, only fast and heavy hardcore with a dose of garage rock prevalent in the sound. The songs were short, and the set was short, but the crowd seemed to respond to the energy of Torpor's fast-paced riffs and pounding drums.
The final act of the night played to a smaller audience at this late point in the night, but those who stuck around were in for a treat. The old-school piano-based rock n' roll created by Infamous Sugar rocks the house. The lyrics are care-free and fun, and the music is sure to put a bounce in your step.
The Lazy Janes brought their unique brand of silly punk rock to the stage, with great results. The music is simplistic yet memorable, and the humor of the band adds a whole new dimension to the act.
Next up was Noncanon, a two-piece band with a hypnotic sound. They combine simple beats with thick atmospheric synth sounds to create a backdrop for their moving basslines, melodic guitar, and smooth vocals.
Torpor took the stage after Noncanon, and the mood takes a 180 degree turn. No slow melodic passages or synth atmosphere here, only fast and heavy hardcore with a dose of garage rock prevalent in the sound. The songs were short, and the set was short, but the crowd seemed to respond to the energy of Torpor's fast-paced riffs and pounding drums.
The final act of the night played to a smaller audience at this late point in the night, but those who stuck around were in for a treat. The old-school piano-based rock n' roll created by Infamous Sugar rocks the house. The lyrics are care-free and fun, and the music is sure to put a bounce in your step.
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