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Union Transfer
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Racket NYC
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BORIS IN CONCERT:
Experimental Japanese metal trio Boris started with a bang on their lovably aggro 1996 debut album Absolutego, and theyíve been waging an all-out sonic assault on stereo speakers ever since. In two decades the band has released a whopping 23 albums, toured the world many times over, and become legendary for their face-melting live performances. In concert Boris is a tight-knit unit of sheer aural power, employing an arsenal of state-of-the-art effects pedals and coveted vintage amps to blast out a wild blend of sludge metal, noise rock, drone, ambient, shoegaze, and beyond. Their genre-devouring sound makes for an incredibly dynamic live show, and they never stay in one place for very longójust when you think theyíve settled into a groove, they defy expectations with an electrifying sonic non sequitur. Fans looking for a heavy-rocking avant-garde concert experience wonít want to miss Borisótheir hair is long, their musicianship is unassailable, and they bring a focused intensity to the stage that makes every show feel like a sacred metal ritual.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
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Boris formed in Tokyo in 1992 and cut their teeth in the Japanese hardcore punk scene before starting to incorporate elements of metal, noise rock, and experimental music into their ever-evolving sound. They self-released their 1996 debut album Absolutego on their label Fangs Anal Satan, and followed up with a string of appropriately titled albums like Amplifier Worship (1998), Heavy Rocks (2002), and Dronevil (2005). In 2005 they went from cult sensation to critical darlings with the release of Pink, an acclaimed album that landed on numerous year-end lists and earned them a strong international fanbase (SPIN, Blender, and Pitchfork all named it among the yearís best albums). Since then theyíve continued to impress critics while also achieving some commercial success with albums like 2011ís Attention Please, which cracked the Top 20 on Billboardís Heatseekers chart. The ever-prolific trio released three albums in 2015 alone, and they continue to blow minds every time they perform their singular brand of experimental metal in concert.
Starcrawler struck me as wholly unoriginal (this is why the 4 stars. Sorry but I'm a bit perplexed as to why this choice of opener was made) but very very tight. Boris opened with what I can only describe as the most, best, sound I've ever heard come from an amp, and I've been around rocking balls for 35 years. Boris simply rules their domain. If you appreciate hard nuggets from the gut, don't miss Boris, ever.
I've been to the Summit a lot over the years, and this show was the best the venue has ever sounded. Boris and Melvin both put on excellent performances. Hopefully the improved sound continues for future shows as well!
See Boris as often as possible See Boris as often as possible See Boris as often as possible See Boris as often as possible
3rd time seeing the Melvins this past year. They never ever disappoint and why i'll never miss them if the play within 100 miles of me. True legends. Opening band, Mr. Phlyzzz and co headliner Boris also killed it. great Show and awesome job by the venue Empire Live. Well organized and great vibe throughout the show. Don't miss a chance to see the Melivins!!!
Kick a** band. But Melvins,,,, that's my jam. And Mr Phylliz killed it.
I was actually there for The Melvins and they were such a joy to see. Their tour drummer sitting in while Dale recovers did a bang up (haha) job…and their show was just so clean and sludgy at the same time. They rock hard, and all of them are just so talented-fun to watch and hear. I have such respect for this band and this show was just solid and wonderful. Opener Mr. Phylzzz was an unexpected quirky good treat. And Boris. It was a night of ah!-music, thank you.
Great band that sounds awesome live. If you have the chance to see them don’t miss it.
My 3rd time setting Melvins this year! They played the album Bullhead in its entirety and some other classics! Unfortunately Dale Crover had to undergoe emergency spinal surgery (I know what that's like). Their replacement drummer was great, though! It's just not the same without Dale on drums, but they sounded great nonetheless! Boris played Heavy Rocks in its entirety! What an epic performance! The band sounded amazing. This was my first Boris show and they did not disappoint! We were on the balcony (stage left) and the venue sound was very good for being in that position. We stood on the floor near the back door the end of Boris' set and the house mix was just perfect! Boris was chest-poundingly loud! Merch was easily accessible and the selection of both bands was spectacular. If I had the money I could have spent a thousand dollars! Boris had a tour-exclusive, signed Hizumitas pedal (50 made) but had run out of the tour exclusive Heavy Rocks vinyl which was the only downside, but stuff happens. It was amazing to see two unique bands on the same bill in an intimate (sold out) venue.
Boris amazing Melvins amazing Mr. Phlyzzz amazing What more you ask for?
they were going turbo beast mode the whole time, beast as hell
