So much music, I think my head may explode...

Ok, there is a lot to write about so this is going to have to be a 3 part blog.

Part 1

MESHUGGA!!!! Holy Crap! I went last Wednesday to see them with Cynic @ one of my favorite clubs, Slims in San Francisco. First off, the show was sold out, so I ended up traveling to the show solo, but meeting up with my good friends, Troy and Jasun from Zero Hour. BTW, this concert was also on my birthday!!!!

I show up just in time to get a drink and get as close as I can to watch Cynics drummer, Sean Reinert. I had never seen this guy before, but he was great. Fun to watch and had some really interesting parts. I like the way he mixed up his rhythms, not always playing 16ths and 8ths, but placeing triplets and odd grouping over the music. He also, busted out some mallets on the cymbals, which I will always have a soft spot for after my time playing in band.

Meshugga came on and were screamin' loud. I was glad I brought my ear plugs. I was really sad when I noticed that the lighting really sucked for seeing the drummer, Tomas Haake. He is like a machine. The double kick stuff he was doing, was off the charts. His quarter note china cymbal parts are perfect. This was a super tight band. They seemed thankful to be there and to all the fans for coming out, which I always appreciate.

All in all it was a great B-day show. Very Metal, Vey Loud, Very Aggresive. BUT... It always amazes me how nice all those metal guys are. They may look tough, but most of them have really soft hearts. Haha, I let the secret out!

Tomorrow, I talk about the show I went to on Friday!!!

STEVe