The show started off great with a strong entrance and performance by Anberlin but their sound crew (and probably the fact they were on a "B" system) muddled the performance. It was like being in a meat locker with an ape whaling on a drum kit. Such a shame since they are a great band with a good sound.
All American Rejects took the stage second with a lead prancing around as he enjoyed his high. He wore no shirt and had covered himself in water or baby oil and had mascara running down his face. Beyond the creepiness of his looks, he seemed to take some moves out of Tom Delong's book, but did not have the charisma to pull it off. This act ruined the night for me. If they had been 3rd instead of second I would have left.
Taking Back Sunday restored my faith in a rock show and how entertaining and energetic a band can be. They calmly took the stage and led into their first tune with smiles and an air of "how are you, how are we doin?" and it quickly gained momentum with the lead singer's microphone aerobatics. It's a fun, energetic, confident band and they are true performers. Definitely recommend the show just to see these guys.
Patriot Center @
- Fairfax @
,VA @
- Mon, Nov 16, 2009 @
Favorite moment: Taking Back Sunday's lead doing some clutch moves with his wired mic, swinging / throwing it. @
Opening act(s): Anberlin @
