Pierce the Veil; a San Diego based post-hardcore band just kicked off their "We Will Detonate" tour with Sum 41, Emarosa and Chapel at the Ogden Theatere on April 21st. This tour came after the release of Pierce the Veil's new album "Misadventures" that was released on May 13, 2016. To say that this tour was long awaited is an understatement; Fans such as myself found the album to be a great continuation from their previous albums and was on par with their post-hardcore style.
The Night began with a calm but yet energetic performance by Chapel, for an opening band the crowd was extremely engaged with their performance. I would definitely keep a close eye on Chapel in their future because they are just getting started. I had done some pre concert research and came to my own conclusion that I am certainly a fan of their music and their music videos.
Sum 41, to say the least killed it. more than 20 years together can make for one truly magical concert. Deryck (lead vocal) gave the entire crowd a feeling of family to all those new and old to their music. All who came to the concert and witnessed the sum 41 set where left with a new found appreciation for sum 41. Throughout the set Deryck expressed a great amount of thankfulness for the crowd, bands and the crew that made it all happen.
Before any of us could take in how amazing the night had already been, it was time for the main act of the night. Pierce the Veil. The crowd cheered with excitement as the white backdrop fell from the roof of the Ogden.The Pierce the Veil logo was projected on to the large white background and the tension was unbearable; the mystery of what was about to happen was growing. The concert started and before you knew it confetti and sparks are flying and everyone was instantly having the time of their life. The crowd showed an incredible connection to the music and those around them. Something about the concert being the kickoff made it feel so raw and special. Vic was able to draw the crowd through a wave of dynamic songs and still maintain a interactive set. I spoke to a fan after the concert about their experience and they felt that was the best performance by Pierce the Veil they had ever seen.
If the tour heads to your city, I strongly recommend that you consider going and being apart of this tour. the live performance of songs from Pierce the Veil's new album are priceless and exceeded my expectations.
