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King Diamond Live in Chicago

The legendary King Diamond is currently touring across North America in support of “The Institute”, the first studio album in twelve years which will be released in 2020. As expected King Diamond packed The Riviera in Chicago as his music legacy is still extremely strong and the new stage set inspired by the concept of the forthcoming album instantly created a nightmarish atmosphere. As the show started King Diamond appeared wheeled out on a stretcher and when he began to sing “The Candle” his signature falsetto vocals truly impressed the audience. The theatrical horror story reached the acme when King Diamond performed the ritualistic funeral of baby Abigail and the devoted fans absolutely loved the setlist which included the classic unforgettable tracks “Behind These Walls”, “Sleepless Nights” and “The Invisible Guests” plus they had the opportunity to hear for the first time the brand new song “Masquerade Of Madness” which will appear on the upcoming album “The Institution”. There is no doubt, the King is back in excellent shape bringing an insane asylum to deliver a creepy entertaining live experience. 

Obituary Live in Joliet

For legendary Florida death metallers Obituary this is an important year as they celebrate the 30th year anniversary of the groundbreaking debut album “Slowly We Rot” embarking on a massive North American tour. At the show at The Forge in Joliet the ferocious setlist obviously included many tracks from “Slowly We Rot” such as the title track, “Internal Bleeding”, “Deadly Intentions” and “Suffocation” which constantly triggered moshing, headbanging, and stage diving.  

Midnight Live in Joliet

Cleveland blackened thrash punks Midnight are currently on a North American tour supporting Obituary and Abbath while waiting for the upcoming full-length “Rebirth By Blasphemy” set for an early 2020 release via Metal Blade Records. At The Forge in Joliet Midnight impressed the crowd with a thrilling performance full of unrestrained raw energy and a quite distinct sound, don’t miss this awesome tour!

Abbath Live in Joliet

To celebrate the latest crushing release “Outstrider”, available via Season Of Mist, Norwegian icon Abbath returns to North America accompanied by an excellent band and armed with a blackened energy well known to those who have been following him since his days with the mighty Immortal. A shroud of frost surrounded The Forge in Joliet as Abbath took the stage with his towering presence wearing an armor and ready to conquer the audience with the expected black metal fury and alluring icy melodies. The intense setlist included some of the finest offerings from the new album such as “Bridge Of Spasms”, “The Artifex”, “Harvest Pyre” and “Hecate”, but also Immortal’s classic “One By One” ensuring an unforgettable diabolical live experience.

Eluveitie Live in Chicago

Eluveitie has been at the forefront of the folk metal scene since the band’s inception in 2002. After the success of their eighth studio album, “Ategnatos” earlier this year, the band is once again on tour in the U.S. Despite several lineup changes in recent years, Eluveitie remains a force to be reckoned with, utilizing multiple folk instruments to create a sound that combines elements of folk, melodic death metal, and traditional Celtic music. Their setlist focused heavily on songs from their most recent release, with songs from earlier albums balancing out the performance. Fans will not want to miss this incredible show.

Korpiklaani Live in Chicago

Finnish folk metal pioneers Korpiklaani are currently on tour alongside Eluveitie. Their show at Concord Music Hall in Chicago highlighted some of the most unique aspects of the band’s sound and performance. Their setlist flowed from high-energy drinking songs, to heavier arrangements, to violin/accordion led instrumentals; all providing the band with countless opportunities to show the crowd their personalities as they danced and played new hits and old favorites alike. The chemistry, stage presence, and sheer fun of Korpiklaani’s performance shows just why they’ve been so successful for over 25 years. 

Anneke van Giersbergen Live in Joliet

After many years Anneke van Giersbergen returns to North America on an extensive stellar tour with Amorphis and Delain. We all know Anneke’s prolific work as vocalist of The Gathering and as a solo artist she also collaborated with several amazing bands and musicians, but this time she brings a very intimate live experience with an acoustic set that simply delighted the crowd at The Forge in Joliet. It was a pleasure to see that Anneke’s passionate performance included the famous The Gathering song “Saturnine”, “Ih-Ah!” from her collaboration with Devin Townsend Project, the melancholic “Circles” from her solo album “Everything Is Changing” and to end the show Anneke delivered a stunning cover of the classic Iron Maiden song “Wasted Years”. It was a truly unique acoustic concert and we hope to see Anneke back on the road in North America in the near future!