Monday night, the Rickshaw Theatre was transformed into a metalhead’s paradise as a powerhouse lineup of CLOAK, INFERI, KRISIUN, and DEICIDE tore up the stage with raw energy and unrelenting performances. The night was a journey through the spectrum of extreme metal, each band pushing the envelope in their own distinctive way.
CLOAK opened the evening with their signature blend of blackened rock and heavy metal. The stage was eerily set, bones scattered around the members, giving off a ritualistic, primal vibe that perfectly matched their gritty sound. Their growling vocals combined with a “don’t give a fuck” attitude made for a compelling and intense set. They owned the stage, showing they are here to leave a mark. A strong opener that set the tone for the chaos to follow. Loved these guys!
Cloak
Cloak
Cloak
Cloak
Cloak
Cloak
INFERI came up next, bringing their Nashville-based technical death metal to life. Their intricate guitar work and complex rhythms created a whirlwind of sound that commanded the crowd’s attention. The band also threw in a touch of fun when they referenced their name’s origin from the Harry Potter series, revealing, “The band name comes from the Harry Potter series, in which Inferi are corpses that have been reanimated by a dark wizard’s curse.” It was a moment of levity in an otherwise brutal set. Despite the heavy theme, INFERI’s musicianship stood out, proving that technical proficiency and savagery can coexist.
Inferi
Inferi
Inferi
Inferi
Inferi
Inferi
KRISIUN, hailing from Brazil, unleashed a storm of pure death metal fury. Their relentless double bass drumming and shredding guitars electrified the crowd. The trio’s tight-knit performance was a masterclass in controlled chaos, as they alternated between blistering speed and groove-laden sections. The sheer intensity of their set left the audience breathless, demonstrating why they’ve been a staple in the death metal scene for decades.
Krisiun
Krisiun
Krisiun
Krisiun
Krisiun
Krisiun
Krisiun
Krisiun
Finally, the legends themselves, DEICIDE, took the stage amidst a wash of dark red lights that never wavered throughout their set. This atmospheric choice suited their demonic sound perfectly, casting a hellish glow over the crowd as the band ripped through their catalog. Frontman Glen Benton’s venomous growls cut through the thick fog of aggression as the band delivered fan favorites with precision. The performance was both punishing and tight, a testament to their veteran status. DEICIDE closed the night with a dark and fiery fury, reminding everyone why they’re still at the top of the death metal world.
Deicide
Deicide
Deicide
Deicide
Deicide
Deicide
Deicide
Deicide
Deicide
Overall, the night was a relentless assault of metal, and each band brought their A-game. Whether it was CLOAK’s haunting stage presence, INFERI’s technical wizardry, KRISIUN’s brutal power, or DEICIDE’s infernal dominance, every moment was a reminder of the raw power that extreme metal can bring. This was a night for the books.
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