The Misfits were amazing as always! They were definitely worth the wait, although I didn't think there needed to be 5 bands before them. I only thought two of them were really good. which was disappointing.
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There was no doubt that the Misfits had earned their status as punk rock icons when their latest release, Dead Alive – featuring live material taken from two back-to-back concerts the band gave at the Starland Ballroom in 2011 – was released in February 2013. The album came just as the punk pioneers kicked off their 2013 American tour, a spirited series of shows that brought their classic, horror-influenced punk-metal to a whole new generation of ticket buyers. Bassist and frontman, Jerry Only, is at peak form in a concert setting, belting out fans' latter-day favorites, revealing the music's thrashing metal influence to its fullest effect. Never straying from the band's hard-driving, melodic sensibilities, the setlist delivers amped-up power, and the audience can't help but get revved up right along with it. Dead Alive reached No. 70 on the Billboard Top 200, and it showcases an intense atmosphere, as the band proves that even after all these years, the Misfits can still deliver the goods.
Emerging in 1977, the Misfits set the stage for a new subgenre of hardcore. Frontman Glenn Danzig's affinity for classic horror movies and literature gave the band a year-round Halloween flavor. Mixing this flair for theatrics with a hard, primal sound quickly sucked in a cult of dedicated fans. After Danzig's departure in 1983 and a couple of changes in lineup, the band pressed on. With the addition of punk veterans Dez Cadena and Marky Ramone, Jerry Only stepped up as frontman, and the band enjoyed a revitalized resurgence. With song titles like "Crawling Eye," "Night of the Living Dead" and "We Bite," the band's love of classic B-grade horror movies is evident. They reflect this love, coming at the listener in torrents of fright-filled energy. The perfect blend of punk and metal allows snarling vocals and thrashing guitars to war for dominance.
Rating: 5 out of 5by ZoeticUmbrae on 10/31/09Howard's Club H - Bowling Green Rating: 5 out of 5 EXCELLENT !!!
by AMCHELLE on 10/30/09Crocodile Rock - AllentownGREAT SHOW !!!! GREAT VENUE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 10/29/09Howard's Club H - Bowling Green The misfits are amazing to see live. If you haven't seen them, do.
Rating: 5 out of 5 OH the Horror-punk!
by Imperfektx on 10/27/09Jaxx Nightclub - SpringfieldThe entire show was spectacular: from the opening band "Pogo", who played a short, yet very entertaining set; to the return of local Horror Gods "So Damn Thirsty" who delivered an electrifying and entertaining show as always; And of course, the main event, the return of living legends "The Misfits" who brutalized their adoring fans with an incredible, awe-inspiring set which included classics like "Astro Zombies" and "Helena", a superb rendition of the punk classic "Rise Above", and a couple new songs.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Great show
by Kjester75 on 10/26/09Jaxx Nightclub - SpringfieldJaxx is a great place to see a show at. The sound and lighting was really good. Drink prices were average for a night out. Decent sized crowd with a mix of ages. All of the opening acts were worth seeing, local bands for the most part. It would seem that Cab Ride Home was a crowd favorite, and for good reason, they rocked. Misfits took the stage and (1,2,3,4...) machinegunned through their setlist. Not a bad thing at all though. It was high intensity and high volume. I can't remember the whole setlist but it was very similar to Allentown, Pa's show last year. (google it). They opened with "Halloween". Jerry seemed to be enjoying himself, he even smiled a time or two. They played one of their new songs, "Land of the Dead". That song ROCKS!. Jerry stayed after the set and signed aoutographs and blessed people with his trademark eyeblack. All of us Fiends left happy.
Rating: 4 out of 5by MarteBarte on 10/26/09Jaxx Nightclub - Springfield Awesome :D They playes many of their old songs which I think are the best!! Any way it was just AWESOME!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Misfits...in a CHURCH! what else can i say
by DARKiGOD on 10/25/09Altar Bar - Pittsburghmisfits put on a great show as usual. the location was at the altar bar, a remodeled church.
Rating: 1 out of 5 This event was horrible until the misfits came on
by Kidslikeus on 10/24/09Peabody's Downunder - ClevelandSeriously and underage fee of $3 dollars, what a great way to make up in alcohol sales.. All the locals where the most annoying bands i've ever heard, felt like it was a huge rock band or guitar hero show. It was not until 11 the misfits came on and the vocals weren't even loud enough to hear what jerry was saying, not worth it. never going back to this venue if Black Flags playing.
Rating: 4 out of 5 no seats
by gird on 10/24/09Peabody's Downunder - ClevelandI loved the show except for the fact that there were no seats in the entire place, so we had to stand for 7 hours and it wasnt even over when we left.
Rating: 3 out of 5 Misfits.
by MiaW on 10/24/09Peabody's Downunder - ClevelandWhile I enjoyed the performances, I was disappointed that the Misfitsdid not come out until 11????. The venue floor was slippery. And there were no seats anywhere in site. I love the Misfits! Peabody's not so much!
Rating: 5 out of 5by RockfanYEA on 10/19/09Altar Bar - Pittsburgh MISFITS WERE AWESOME!!! The opening acts were pretty good too. But oh my, the misfits totally tore it up, I was extremely impressed.
Rating: 5 out of 5 WE ARE 138!
by JimmyJames007 on 10/19/09Altar Bar - PittsburghFn amazing! Venue was cool. Opening act were good. HAPPY HALLOWEEN ! ! !
Rating: 5 out of 5 got loud?
by blindskater1313 on 10/19/09Altar Bar - Pittsburghthe misfits were the loudest band that i have herd in my life... i saw them last year at Mr.smalls and they were pretty loud there but with the alter bar being smaller the sound echoed like mad but overall the misfits were the greatest band. jerry only is a person that can really speak to the crowd. the other bands that played with them were really terrible minus the last local band (the orange something band) they were decient... but overall great show!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Misfits gave a killer show
by punkscientist on 10/19/09Altar Bar - PittsburghEventhough the venue was too small and it effected the quality of the sound The MIsfits put on an unforgivable nonstop show. The was the BEST show I have seen all year beating out Warp tour, AFI, Social D and several other small venue concerts too numerous to name. The opening act Code Orange Kids were good too except for the feedback that was occuring. I hope to see the Misfits in Pittsburgh again.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Jerry and The Misfits are awesome!!
by kc74 on 10/19/09Altar Bar - PittsburghI was very impressed...especially with how Jerry stayed after the show to sign autographs for everyone and take photos! That was awesome!! Wish more had the class to do that....thanks Jerry & guys for a great show!
Rating: 3 out of 5 Short
by TokyoJimmie on 10/19/09Altar Bar - PittsburghGreat band but a questionable set list and for $30 total cost, ya gotta play longer than 45-55 minutes.
Rating: 5 out of 5 MISFITS ROCKS
by AMYLOVES on 10/19/09Altar Bar - PittsburghTHE OPENING ACTS WERE AMAZING AND MISFITS REALLY SATISFIED!
Rating: 5 out of 5by tweety72 on 10/11/09HOUSE OF HORRORS - CHEEKTOWAGA It was one of the best shows I have been to yet
Rating: 5 out of 5 KILLER!!!
by mojojojo213 on 8/19/09House of Blues Chicago - ChicagoIt was a pretty awesome time. I even got my shirt signed by Jerry. left with a couple of bruises but it didnt matter cuz the pit was fun.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Misfits in Chicago
by OneLastCaress on 8/13/09House of Blues Chicago - ChicagoI have to admit that I wasn't expecting such an awesome show by the MIsfits. Mainly it's because I was such a huge fan of the Glenn Danzig era I figured that anything else would be a cheap imitation. I don't think I could have been more wrong. Jerry does an excellent job on the vocal and Dez Cadena even took the mic for a few Black Flag songs. One of the best concert's I've been to in a long time. The only thing that sucks is having to drive all the way to Chicago to see them. The Misfits need to come to the Quad Cities one of these days. The House of Blues is a pretty nice place too. Not too big, not too small. Favorite part of the night was Last Caress and also Rise Above. Least favorite was at the end when Jerry let everyone know that the Misfits box set went gold and he brought out these wall displays that people in the Fiend Club could buy. It reminded me a little bit of KISS. Not a huge deal though.