Bands: Threat Signal, Raunchy, Sybreed
Venue: The Joiners, Southampton
Date: 15 November 2010
It's no secret that I LOVE going to gigs in The Joiners, so I won't bore any readers with another account of why it's such an awesome venue and the feeling that I get every time I'm there. It's a feeling though that seems to resonate through the music of those playing too. It's a special venue that carries with it the ghosts of amazing bands that have played there in time gone by and seems to seep into the performances you're watching, giving them an extra edge or energy.
Not that any of the bands I saw tonight were in need of any additional energy! The turn out wasn't fabulous given that not only was it a cold Monday night in November, but also that The Deftones were playing Southampton Guildhall at the same time. This didn't dampen the enthusiasm of the guys playing though, they gave themselves 100% in each track.
As good as Threat Signal were (and I do recommend anyone with a fondness of music from a metal vein should look them up and check them out live), for me the night belonged to Sybreed. Their first British gig was Download, which in itself suggests the talent that they have. They're a new band on my radar, and I couldn't be more thankful to Chris for asking me to go along, they stand a very good chance of becoming a firm favourite. They played with energy, passion, humour, dedication and synthesis. Each member of the band belonged on that stage, they all added a unique dimension and they all had their moments to shine. Only knowing a couple of tracks they played didn't diminish in any way how much I enjoyed the gig. It's a pretty good sign that I don't find my mind wondering if the majority of songs are ones I don't know.
It was also the first gig I've been to for probably ten years with the beautiful IzzI. I can't say how glad I am that she's moved back to town and I have a fellow metal lover to gig locally with once again!
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