As I Lay Dying Review 10.27.2007
October 28, 2007 by FromTheCrowd
Filed under Concert Reviews
By B. Nixon, FromTheCrowd.com Contributor
As I Lay Dying performed a show at the Marquee Theater on Saturday October 27 that can only be described as a live-wire. The crowd fed off of the intense energy pouring out of the amps.
Being previously untouched by the experience that is watching a show like theirs, I had to do a little homework on their history. In comparison to some of their earlier recordings they continue to pour out hard driving guitar riffs while, varying the tempo and delivery of some of their pieces. But no matter what they still remain true to their blitz attack metal style. After listening to tracks on their earlier albums the progression and technicality became much more clear when looking back on their set, it definitely reflected their variability.
It was easy to see the connection between all four band mates and the cohesiveness between drummer, Jordan Mancno whose sheer speed on snare sets a thrashy tone for guitarists, Phil Sgrosso, and Nick Hipa. You can tell they have developed a loyal following in the Arizona crowd, who would enthusiastically join the more melodic anthem type choruses. I went into the show inexperienced with the genre and unfamiliar with the band and left feeling completely amped up, a feeling that I am sure everyone left with that night.
