The Dillinger Escape Plan Tickets

DEP was fairly dissapointing but Animals as learders was amazing and Darkest Hour was really good as well. I Wrestled a Bear Once was also there but they were disapointing as well. So all in all out of a four band show two were great and two were ok. But for $15 it was well worth the ticket.

The opening acts were surprisingly enjoyable and demonstrated the high potential sound quality of the venue. However, DEP didn't take advantage of this sound quality. Everything just sounded like a blur of noise and screams. I was expecting to more fully be able to appreciate the technical nature of DEP by seeing them live, but guitars were indistinguishable during their most complex parts. Solos were completely drowned out, even when the guitarist was standing directly in front of me. The only part of their technical nature that I could still hear was the drums. To be fair, I'm only a casual fan of the band. I'm highly impressed by their sound, but I don't know the songs well enough to tell one from the other. Of the twelve or so songs they played, I only recognized maybe four. The rest was just a jumble of noise to me. As such, I will readily admit that greater fans of the band would appreciate it more. Of course, sound isn't the only part of a concert worth mentioning. They were quite an impressive and entertaining stage show. The tiny venue allowed them to get up close with the audience. Greg was consistently leaning into the audience to allow them to scream into the mic. The guitarists were often standing on the small barrier or occasionally on the bass drum. At other times, band members grabbed the speakers in front of the stage or even climbed on the lights. With the exception of a deliberately slower part, they brought the intensity the whole time. This was the aspect that most appealed to me. On the whole, it was an entertaining experience, but don't go expecting to be blown away by the sound- they instead impress with the experience. This review is probably lower than the average fan, but I'll admit that it was just because I had different expectations.

i have been to a lot of metal shows and this was by far the most insane. their stage presence was unbelievable and all their custom lights were nuts. ive seen dep before but this time was 100x better than the last time i saw them

The entire show was enjoyable. I'll list them from the most enjoyable to least: Darkest Hour put on one of the best live shows I have ever seen. Not only was their performance darn near flawless, but the energy and stage presence they put out, along with the interactions with the crowd, made this easily one of the best experiences of my life. At the start of the night, I said "If I could shake John Henry's hand, that would make my night" I havd the pleasure of meeting John Henry and Ryan Parrish after the show. They were so nice and full of respect, I got to shake their hands and have a quick chat with the both of them. Ryan also let me get a quick picture with him! Even better, I didn't have to track them down; myself and bandmates/friends had a 7 person group outside smoking and John shouted at us, we shouted back, then he walked up to us and shook two of our hands and had a quick chat. They're just awesome dudes out having a good time! Animals as Leaders have so much talent, with a mix of Metal and Jazz, this instrumental band is a must see and their CD is a must have. I met Tobin after the show and had a quick chat. Very nice and intelligent individual. Iwrestledabearonce got into their show quite well. Their avant-garde style is a unique experience and their stage show is equally as interesting. Dillinger Escape Plan were rocking out pretty hard, but I personally don't particularly care for their music. They were getting into their show; head banging and all, but due to me spending all of my beer money DURING the Darkest Hour set, I left after a couple Dillinger songs. All of you, go see Darkest Hour! Check out Animals as Leaders if you get the chance as well!

I've never seen so much energy on stage. An all around great performance. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to have the best time at a show.

Incredible show. Dillinger played an intense show with an incredible set-list. This band does nothing but impress me musically, and its live show was all but that much more impressive. If you have the chance to see them live, I highly recommend it, they don't disappoint.

i would recommend ANY concert in which Animals as Leaders (Tosin Abasi) plays. the blue note has a good atmosphere. nicer than Pop's in Sugiet, Illinois.

i expected a lot from these guys and they brought more. the energy there was a buzz and a mortality reminder. absolutely life changing. i'm reaching for a definition, but there isn't simple description for the way this show affected me. it was beyond memorable and an unbelievable event. with a band like this, they're not the type you see once and cross off your list. i'm going to go every time i can and know factually i'll have an amazing time.

Wow...absolutly one of my top five shows ever! I have been going to rock shows for about 35 years now and have seen everyone from zepplin to chicago. And with very little doubt I can say that this was one of the best times I have ver had. Loved the opening bands as well. The basement is a great intimate venu to see a show. And dillinger was just incredable!

Amazing. Amazing. Amazing. Knife the Glitter was good #12 sucked and Dillinger was amazing.