I saw some Sunday Night goodness last night at the Eagle's Nest.
The night started off with Maidens, a post-metal band which draws influence from Russian Circles. It definitely has that Suffocate for Fuck Sake feel with heavy riffs and special attention to atmosphere. Really heavy and really good. Keep a look out for these Milwaukee area guys as they have just begun, but are already producing some pretty impressive work.
Next up was Parrhesia, a grind band from chicago. Going into the show I had a very rudimentary idea of what grind is, having only heard studio recorded work in the genre. Before the show I was very unimpressed, but I quickly found this is definitely a style of music you need to see live. After some technical difficulties (which merely added to my anticipation) this band began to attack their instruments, themselves, and the crowd. I experienced pure discomfort as I wasn't really sure if they were going to harm the crowd, themselves or my ear drums. It was surprisingly enjoyable and liberating. Check these guys out live if you can.
If you have been reading the blog you would know I tried to see Grown Ups earlier this month at Strangelight. Unfortunately a speeding ticket and questionable navigation caused me to miss Grown Ups. I wasn't too bummed however, because I knew I had another chance to see them. This was my chance and they were everything I hoped for. That pop-punk/emo sound I fell in love with on their studio album Songs translated quite nicely live. Their energy and sound last night would have definitely made the Kinsella brothers proud. I also purchased their last copy of their EP ever (hipster victory!). It was the last night of their tour with Antilles who played next.
Antilles from Ohio had been touring with Grown Ups since the night after the Strangelight show, but they didn't let it show. They didn't even want to stop playing. These guys brought some serious energy and some humor. Punk to the core, their intricate guitar work left my ears ringing. Very awesome.
The night wrapped up with a band that is slowly becoming one of my favorites in Milwaukee, Absolutely. As usual their luscious locks and mathy riffs blew me away. If you live in Wisconsin you have to check these guys out.
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