Every Time I Die, Let Live, Code Orange Kids,
and Angel Dust Thrashes VClub
Rating: 5 1/2 out of 6 SKULLS
www.vclublive.com
Address: 741 6th Ave, Huntington, WV 25701
Hours: Wednesday 8:00 am – 3:00 am
Phone:(304) 781-0680
I have been to the V Club on several
occasions (once to see Every Time
I Die almost two years ago) and I was excited to see a Hardcore show returning. The V Club offers a great atmosphere for an intimate look at some
kickass shows. Its stage is located to one side of the bar with the bar
placed in the center. Another
great aspect is the second bar location which is outside, off the dance floor that offers an escape for a quick smoke between sets or when the urge strikes. The staff is organized and professional. They keep a good eye on safety and let the groups have fun but are quick to act if needed. All of these are fine qualities in a good venue, but what makes this place a Great Venue is the laid back atmosphere. Time and time again I have seen supporting acts mixing it up with the crowd during and after shows. It is amazing to see a member of a band that you are really into vibing and getting into the "pit" with you to support a band that they are into as well!
Angel Du$t
Baltimore, MD Based Hardcore/Punk Rock
React Records
This Baltimore punk band has a good throw back sound to them. They are not reinventing the genre but the sound that they bring to the table is both passionate and inspired. Calling upon the sounds of Black Flag, The Ramones, Dead Kennedy's etc... They carved out a quick set that featured a cover of The Ramones song "The KKK Took My Baby Away".
Code Orange Kids
PA Based Hardcore/Punk Rock
Deathwish Inc
Don't Judge a Book By Its Cover... Let me just say that when this band walked on stage and started sound checking I was a little taken back. They had a quite reserve to them and got their gear checked quickly and methodically. Then they kicked off the show. The sound that was unleashed was refreshingly unexpected, a sound that reminded me of early Unearth live. The pit was alive during every song with a specific groove to it. We at SBE named the movement of part moshing part karate exhibit "The Code Orange Karate Kids". The combined vocal effort of Reba, Jami and Eric is unique in the way they complement each other. A highlight of the set was when Andy Williams from Every Time I Die came out to perform guest vocals. He quickly called out the pit saying "Beat Up Your Best Friend!!!". He punished the vocals and then left the stage letting the havoc ensue and be carried on by Reba and the group.
great aspect is the second bar location which is outside, off the dance floor that offers an escape for a quick smoke between sets or when the urge strikes. The staff is organized and professional. They keep a good eye on safety and let the groups have fun but are quick to act if needed. All of these are fine qualities in a good venue, but what makes this place a Great Venue is the laid back atmosphere. Time and time again I have seen supporting acts mixing it up with the crowd during and after shows. It is amazing to see a member of a band that you are really into vibing and getting into the "pit" with you to support a band that they are into as well!
Angel Du$t
Baltimore, MD Based Hardcore/Punk Rock
React Records
This Baltimore punk band has a good throw back sound to them. They are not reinventing the genre but the sound that they bring to the table is both passionate and inspired. Calling upon the sounds of Black Flag, The Ramones, Dead Kennedy's etc... They carved out a quick set that featured a cover of The Ramones song "The KKK Took My Baby Away".
Code Orange Kids
PA Based Hardcore/Punk Rock
Deathwish Inc
Don't Judge a Book By Its Cover... Let me just say that when this band walked on stage and started sound checking I was a little taken back. They had a quite reserve to them and got their gear checked quickly and methodically. Then they kicked off the show. The sound that was unleashed was refreshingly unexpected, a sound that reminded me of early Unearth live. The pit was alive during every song with a specific groove to it. We at SBE named the movement of part moshing part karate exhibit "The Code Orange Karate Kids". The combined vocal effort of Reba, Jami and Eric is unique in the way they complement each other. A highlight of the set was when Andy Williams from Every Time I Die came out to perform guest vocals. He quickly called out the pit saying "Beat Up Your Best Friend!!!". He punished the vocals and then left the stage letting the havoc ensue and be carried on by Reba and the group.
LetLive
Inglewood, CA Based American PostHardcore
Epitaph Records
Energy, that's what this band's show is about. Jason flies over the stage in a flurry that mirrors the possessed, all while staying true to the vocal timing and rhythm. The sound from the drums and guitars were very complimentary to the accurate yet intricately delicate screams. Jason (who was wearing a cast on his right arm) slung himself into the crowd carelessly and made his way to the bar where he immediately climbed up and let loose a calculated verbal assault on the crowd. As if the crowd wasn't already in a tizzy, LetLive (which is one word) covered Black Flag which sent the place soaring. My favorite aspect of the show is one in the same as the with the venue. Seeing Jason hang out after his set and talking with the crowd and experiencing the show was trulyawesome. The time he spent talking with and taking photos will surely be remembered by the fans.
Every Time I Die
Buffalo, NY Based Metalcore
Epitaph
www.everytimeidie.net
Not gonna lie to you, anyone that knows me knows that I am huge Every Time I Die fan! If you think this review will be biased though, you're right, read it anyway, they are that good. So now that the rant is done. This show was a clear showcase of what the band has done in the past, their current status and a small look into where the band will be headed. They did a plethora of songs from five of their albums and also showcased a Brand New Song called Thirst (which was an angrily heavy, yet fun song that rocked the pit).The energy that started with "After One Quarter of a Revolution" went through the middle of the set which had Jason from Letlive join them on stage for some guest vocals and more verbal inspiration to the Pit. The set concluded with crowd favorite "We'rewolf". This band is honestly one that must be seen live to appreciate. They continue to expand their sound not letting down true fans (the heavy) and being able to invite new ones along for the ride(the catchy). Out of the eight of us that went to the show six had not seen them and the atmosphere and experience didn't disappoint. As with LetLive my favorite part of the show was after when Andy and Stephen hung out in front of the stage talking with fans, taking photos and enjoying the atmosphere.
Final Thoughts
I have been to quite a few shows this year, even some at the V Club with its intimate setting and others that were EPIC in size. This was the show that will stick out in my mind when I recap my year. So if you have a chance to catch any of these shows that are left please do so. The bands are amazing and if the locations they are playing allow you as intimate a look at the show that the V Club did you will not be disappointed, and if you are then you are probably dead from the waist down.
~Creepy GB
Epitaph Records
Energy, that's what this band's show is about. Jason flies over the stage in a flurry that mirrors the possessed, all while staying true to the vocal timing and rhythm. The sound from the drums and guitars were very complimentary to the accurate yet intricately delicate screams. Jason (who was wearing a cast on his right arm) slung himself into the crowd carelessly and made his way to the bar where he immediately climbed up and let loose a calculated verbal assault on the crowd. As if the crowd wasn't already in a tizzy, LetLive (which is one word) covered Black Flag which sent the place soaring. My favorite aspect of the show is one in the same as the with the venue. Seeing Jason hang out after his set and talking with the crowd and experiencing the show was trulyawesome. The time he spent talking with and taking photos will surely be remembered by the fans.
Every Time I Die
Buffalo, NY Based Metalcore
Epitaph
www.everytimeidie.net
Not gonna lie to you, anyone that knows me knows that I am huge Every Time I Die fan! If you think this review will be biased though, you're right, read it anyway, they are that good. So now that the rant is done. This show was a clear showcase of what the band has done in the past, their current status and a small look into where the band will be headed. They did a plethora of songs from five of their albums and also showcased a Brand New Song called Thirst (which was an angrily heavy, yet fun song that rocked the pit).The energy that started with "After One Quarter of a Revolution" went through the middle of the set which had Jason from Letlive join them on stage for some guest vocals and more verbal inspiration to the Pit. The set concluded with crowd favorite "We'rewolf". This band is honestly one that must be seen live to appreciate. They continue to expand their sound not letting down true fans (the heavy) and being able to invite new ones along for the ride(the catchy). Out of the eight of us that went to the show six had not seen them and the atmosphere and experience didn't disappoint. As with LetLive my favorite part of the show was after when Andy and Stephen hung out in front of the stage talking with fans, taking photos and enjoying the atmosphere.
Final Thoughts
I have been to quite a few shows this year, even some at the V Club with its intimate setting and others that were EPIC in size. This was the show that will stick out in my mind when I recap my year. So if you have a chance to catch any of these shows that are left please do so. The bands are amazing and if the locations they are playing allow you as intimate a look at the show that the V Club did you will not be disappointed, and if you are then you are probably dead from the waist down.
~Creepy GB
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