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Maryland-bred rockers Clutch have been a hot ticket on the tour circuit and a mainstay on the rock radio airwaves for well over a decade. That streak continued in 2013 with the release of a well-received new album titled Earth Rocker, which topped Billboard's Top Hard Rock Albums chart, and plenty of concert dates, stopping at the likes of The Depot (Salt Lake City) and other world-class venues. The group's consistency even extends to its lineup, which features three members -- Neil Fallon (vocals, keyboards), Tim Sult (lead guitar), Dan Maines (bass), and Jean-Paul Gaster (drums) -- who have been in the group since it formed in 1991.
Clutch released their debut album, 1993's Transnation Speedway League, after landing a deal with EastWest Records, largely thanks to their reputation as a strong concert act. The band's growing fan base and the success of their self-titled 1995 sophomore release lead to a short-lived major-label deal with Columbia. Clutch's 2009 and 2013 albums, their ninth and 10th, were released on the group's own Weathermaker label.
All I can say is, they rocked my ass off. Seriously, I have no ass left. Opening band Lionize was pretty good too. Kind of a metal Bob Marley. Baroness? Ewwww. Not so much.
First off a great thanks to The House of Blues and there staff. My seat was upgraded to balcony do to me being disabled, but to the real reason for the review. CLUTCH!!! The most energetic, lively, meaningful, and powerful show I have EVER been to. Any time I get to see Clutch again I will, without a shadow of a doubt, go to there show. The entire band is extremely talented, and brought a stage presence to the show as I have never seen before. I would recommend any one who hasn't seen Clutch live to do so right now!!!
The House of Blues was a cool venue, the open act was great, and Clutch was fantastic. We have seen Clutch several times, and they never disappoint. When are they coming back to Houston??
Clutch is probably the only band I see every time they come through town. Usually once I've seen a band I can skip 'em next time around. Not Clutch. Most people I've turned on to Clutch have been through a live show rather than a CD, which I think is rare. Their live stuff is just as good, if not better, than their albums. At this show they played a lot of old songs I've never heard live so that was a real treat for me. That's another amazing thing about them. They don't have one set of songs they play over and over. They can pick and choose randomly from their entire library and still put on an amazing show. Go see 'em. You'll thank me later.
This has got to be one of the most amazing shows i have ever seen at house of blues. Clutch is so energetic and full out fan loving thanks for the best show!
Opening acts were GREAT ! Seats were great - staff was great ! Clutch - R u kidding me they rocked it hard - WOW what a great sound... LOVED it
As always Clutch put on one hell of a show, They must of played 22+ songs,.to me going to Clutch is like taking a week long vacation and it must be done atleast once a year. Abraham Lincoln was sooooo sweet to hear live, love the new album. they also played most of The Elephant Riders album, Elephant Riders sounded really cool good w/Neil playing along. also glad they came back out and played like 3 more songs as an oncore.......LIVE LONG MIGHT C!
This was my first Clutch show and I will NOT miss another one!!
This was the 2nd time I've seen Clutch. Great performers and amazingly talented musicians. Lionize, one of the opening bands, were also amazing. They featured Tim Sult, the guitarist from Clutch.
Clutch began the set with several "old school" randitions of records past. The band has stripped down back to their foursome beginings.No more key board; no more harmonica. CLUTCH played for an hour and a 1/2 and afforded the crowd one curtain call. Over all performance was above average but not the best CLUTCH show that I have seen. I believe Neil Fallon, lead singer, might of had a sore throat or "cold"; he kept drinking water and looked like he was taking throat losanges from his roadie. With that said, his voice was strong, however this being my 7th CLUTCH show, I could tell that he wa n ot there as strong as shows past. I enjoyed the second opening act, they were solid. The first act was a bit un-polished and a little bit over-the-top cheesy by some standards (i hear people in the crawd talking). I though they were at least sme-what entertaining and seemed to enjoy what they do.
This is probably the 5th Clutch show I've attended and by far - the most fun I've ever had at one. The sound rang through my ears just as it should. Everyone around me was feeling the good groove. I was close enough for my abnoxious screams of support to be heard by the bands - enough to even get a response! I don't recall the name of the first band to go on stage but they were rockin' it up! The second band, Lion Ice (?), was this absolutely amazing rock / funk / reggae act that impressed me to the point of an album purchase. Clutch came out and blew our hair back as I held on for dear life to the front stage baracade getting squished by the sea of rock induced chaos behind me. I loved every minute of it.
This concert was by far the greatest I have seen to date! It was my first time seeing Clutch and it was better than I imagined! I truly enjoyed how they played older songs as well as newer ones; not just focusing on one or the other. The prices at the venue were reasonable, and the merchandise was kick ass! I enjoyed the overall environment and enthusiasm that could be felt by the crowd. Even the opening bands were amazing! Clutch has an unmatchable energy that gets the audience pumped (at least I was!). Incredible show, absolutely incredible! A must see for anyone who likes to rock!
Clutch is always great but especially great on the 12th of July. The mood was good, the music was great, and the first opening band was fantastic and ecelectic. Great show guys, but Pops need to turn on the air conditioning when Clutch takes the stage. It was friggin hot!
I've seen Clutch many many times now, been following them since 1991. I have to say the show on July 12th at Pop's in sauget was by far the best performance they have ever done!
CLUTCH ROCKS no matter what... I love going to shows @ Pop's... they say Pop's Rocks & that ain't no lie!
Went and seen Clutch at Pops and the show was awesome. First opening act was also very good second opening act had good music but was lyrically and vocally awful, Good be a good band but need to invest in new singer and lyrics. Clutch was well worth the wait and would recommend that everyone should invest in their new cd, Strange Cousins From the West, coming out Tues, July 14, 2009. Awesome cd. Pops is a small and intimate setting with general admission and so everyseat is awesome, but it is hot once everyone gets moving around. Awesome show and an Awesome time. Clutch rocks.
As always, the almighty Clutch rocked the house for an hour and a half straight. They played 4 tracks off of their new album and played fan favorites from almost every album in their discography. Openers Lionize and Baroness also rocked which helped make this one of my top 3 favorite concerts.
Fantastic show! One of the best live shows I have seen, I would recommend this band to anyone who enjoys any kind of rock. The energy the band gave off, coupled with audience feedback, was phenomenal! I guarantee that the next time Clutch rolls through St. Louis I will be there, along with everyone I can think of to convince to go as well!
Great live show. Clutch's brand of bluesy hard rock was taken to a new level live. I recommend a Clutch Show to any fans of hard rock or heavy metal. They will earn your respect if they don't already have it! I didn't want the show to end.
Clutch rocked as usual. I can't pinpoint what part sucked about the venue. Was it the opening act that was an acoustic one man show that slowed the pace, or the stupid "medic alert" in the middle of Maylene and the Sons of Destruction show that stopped music for the better part of an hour or the long wait before Clutch came on after that. But for some reason the crowd was there for the first half of the show. Then the people went to sleep. the poor manager was begging the crowd to make noise for an encore. Eventually the boys resumed for one song. Clearly they wen't enthused by the atmosphere either. Columbia owes Clutch an apology, because they rocked and put forth their best!
