It’s an exciting time for Italian orchestral death metal masters Fleshgod Apocalypse as the highly anticipated 5th album “Veleno” will be released on May 24th via Nuclear Blast and they are currently co-headlining the massive “Death …Is Just The Beginning” North American Tour with legendary Hypocrisy. Fleshgod Apocalypse undoubtedly have already a huge fanbase in North America as proved by the love and appreciation that the crowd expressed during their memorable live performance at Bottom Lounge in Chicago. With a charismatic stage presence Fleshgod Apocalypse chose an eclectic & energetic setlist that included “The Violation” and “The Forsaking” from the 2011 release “Agony”, “Cold As Perfection”, “Healing Through War” and “The Fool” from the acclaimed album “King” while the new single “Sugar” that definitely marked another intense moment. Watching Fleshgod Apocalypse live it becomes evident that besides the darkened & crushing death metal elements, the enticing detailed orchestral arrangements and the operatic grandeur demonstrate why the band’s unique music style is bound to stand out in the crowded metal scene.