Friday night, the legendary New Century Hall became the epicenter of a riff-heavy double bill that fans of heavy, melodic rock won’t forget in a hurry. Baroness and Graveyard, two bands that sit at the top of their respective sounds, joined forces to deliver a show that felt as massive as the space it was performed in
Falling out of Georgia, USA, Baroness has built a reputation as a band that defies easy categorisation. Their sound weaves together elements of sludge, progressive rock, and post-metal, creating music that’s as heavy as it is intricate. The band has earned critical acclaim for albums like Purple and Gold & Grey, both of which showcase their knack for blending raw power with sweeping melodies.
Tracks like “Shock Me” and the expansive “Isak” were standouts, with their dynamic shifts hitting even harder in New Century's expansive acoustic hall.
Graveyard, on the other hand, brought their distinctly vintage aura to the stage. These Swedes have perfected the art of retro-inspired rock, channeling the raw, soulful grit of the late ’60s and early ’70s. Albums such as Hisingen Blues and Peace, blend bluesy swagger with the heaviness of stoner rock, and their live performance does full justice to that aesthetic.
Joakim Nilsson’s powerful, smoky vocals paired perfectly with the band’s tight rhythm section, drawing the crowd into every groove-laden riff. Songs like “The Fox” and “The Siren” seemed tailor-made for the venue, their bluesy backbone vibrated through our souls.
New Century Hall is setting the marker to becoming one of Manchester’s most exciting venues. For a gig like this, where the music balances weight and melody, the space was an ideal match.
Packed with die-hard fans and newcomers alike, fed off the energy of the bands. By the time Baroness launched into their cathartic crescendoes, it was clear the audience was fully locked in.
What made the night special wasn’t just the technical brilliance of the performances but the way the music and the venue seemed to feed into each other. The immersive lighting and the intensity of both bands created a perfect storm that swept up everyone in the room. Fans didn’t just listen; they felt every riff, every beat, and every soaring vocal line.
Baroness and Graveyard proved to be an inspired pairing, their respective takes on heavy music complementing each other without overlap. It was a night where the old-world charm of New Century met the timeless power of great rock, leaving everyone buzzing long after the amps went silent.
As always, we will see you at the front!
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