Concert Review: A Little Taste of Chaos (March 9, 2006)
Published March 11, 2006
Eight bands in just about five hours, a hectic pace and a lot of music. I know there were a few I missed; I wish I hadn't, but it couldn't be avoided.
I may not be the most familiar with these bands, or this style of music, but there has to be something given for the willingness to try something new. I know that at least one band has a new fan. Something else I can say is that although I prefer heavier music and bands that practice a little more precision, there is something to be said about live music. The energy was infectious, even if you weren't a fan — there is no denying the electricity formed when you bring high energy music in contact with an overly enthusiastic crowd.
The Taste of Chaos tour (sponsored by RockSt*r Energy Drinks) is about halfway through. There are a lot more dates on which you can catch them, so be sure to check out the schedule on the official website.
Here are some rather poor quality phone-cam pictures from the show, just click the one you want to see a larger version:
Christopher Beaumont spends much of his time writing about entertainment when he isn't sitting in a movie theater. He is known around the office as the "Movie Guy" and is always ready to talk about his favorite form of entertainment and offer up recommendations. Interests include science fiction, horror, and metal music. His writings can be found at Draven99's Musings and Draven99's Media Center. 
- Concert Review: A Little Taste of Chaos (March 9, 2006)
- Published: March 11, 2006
- Type: Review
- Section: Music
- Filed Under: Music: Hard Rock, Music: Live Concerts, Music: Metal
- Writer: Chris Beaumont
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This is the most bands I had ever seen at one time, but its not the longest show. Last year I saw Gigantour with 7 bands, Symphony X, Nevermore, Life of Agony, Dillinger Escape Plan, Fear Factory, Dream Theater, and Megadeth. That was more my speed. That lasted for 7 hours from 5 to midnight, and I missed Bobaflex who went on at 4:30.
This was a fun show, but I can say I felt as invested in the bands. The live energy was undeniable.
Chris, The Confession is a really talented group. Listen to their EP and you will hear how great they are. They will be recording their full length CD in Oct, hopefully you will feel differently about them after you listen to the EP.
Thank you,
Sheri
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The show got underway at 4:30! While I'm not familiar with most of those bands, save for the Deftones, the fans get to take in a lot of music in one day...probably too much for me, truth be told. The tour is coming to my neck of the woods, but I'm going to skip it. I do know some Deftones fans who will be going. I would be interested if Killswitch Engage was playing, but that was last year.