The Other One Returns To Seattle! BABYMETAL and Dethklok - The BABYKlok Tour 2023 - Seattle, WA 10/4/23
BABYKLOK TOUR 2023
BABYMETAL
Dethklok
w/Jason Richardson
Seattle, WA
WaMu Theater (sold out show)
October 4, 2023
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Every now and then a touring bill gets put together that makes absolute sense. In the case of BABYMETAL and Dethklok, fans of one are highly likely to be fans of the other. The sold out shows on this tour are a testament to this fact. Fans wanted to see this tour!
Seattle jumped into the fray early as one of the first shows on the announced tour to sell out. There’s nothing like a sold out show. The buzz in the air is always that much more so which then translates to the artists on the stage and back to the audience, etc, etc, etc.
The co-headlining tour meant each of the headliners performed for roughly one hour each, with Dethklok up first and BABYMETAL finishing off the night.
I’ve heard of the Metalocalypse show (on Adult Swim) for quite some time now. From the college students I used to work with to other gamer/convention/music nerd types in my circle, I honestly haven’t looked into the show that much but I do know how much some fans love it. The fictional melodic death metal band Dethklok took to the stage after a video introduction. Once the band blasted into their opening number, the show became like a live action version of the animated show.
Animated clips were aired while the band played basically in silhouette. The focus fell on the music and not on the band as a visual element. The focus then fell on the video screen above well respected metal drummer Gene Hoglan. The four piece ripped through their hour long set with the greatest of ease. At times exiting the stage while a video interlude played (usually for laughs) and then hastily returning to kick into the next number.
If you’re familiar with the genre, then you know what you’re getting. Heavy, fast, with a dose of melody, and vocals that are basically unintelligible unless you’re reading a lyric sheet along with hearing the songs. The band was tight and was clearly not a gimmick. They had the Seattle crowd all riled up and ready for the next artist.
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Kitsunes were ecstatic to find out that BABYMETAL was finally returning to Seattle after a four year absence (of course Covid was during that time as well). And this time they returned as an official three piece, just like the Yuimetal days. Momometal is the newest member, complimenting veterans Moametal and lead singer Su-metal.
The video intro played as the crowd grew anxious. The KAMI band launched into “BABYMETAL DEATH” or “BABYMETAL Desu”, and the roar erupted from the Fox God followers. Each member of BABYMETAL strolled toward the middle of the stage, each step in time with the music. Any fan knows that this song is an audience participation number and the Seattle fans were ready to yell out each letter as loudly as possible.
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Without skipping a beat, they then launched into the song that broke them all over the world, “Gimme Chocolate”. The choreography for this tune is still fun to watch and it's as infectious as it ever was.
“Pa Pa Ya!!” sounded as strong as it did in 2019. It is definitely one of the tracks from the third album that stands up live every time it is played.
“Distortion” and “BxMxC” were followed up by a string of three new tunes from the latest album, “The Other One”. In the sixth song slot, Seattle got “Mirror Mirror”. Earlier stops on the tour they aired “MAYA” and “Believing”. The single “Monochrome” was followed up by the current single, “METAL!!” (featuring Tom Morello).
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The show then went out on a high note with the triple threat attack of, “Megitsune”, “Headbangeeeeerrrr!!!!!”, and “Road of Resistance”.
BABYMETAL and the Kami band put on an entertaining show for all of the fans (some of whom traveled to see the show). BABYMETAL is in a unique position as they have broken free of any stereotypes of JRock, Jpop, etc. where the girls eventually retire, “graduate”, or equivalent. They are uniquely their own band in somewhat unchartered territory. Kobametal has developed BABYMETAL into a band that is its own entity in the music world and that’s exciting to see. What happens next? Only the Fox God knows!
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The show was opened by guitar shredmaster Jason Richardson (All That Remains). Jason performed an entertaining set of instrumental guitar tunes backed by his laptop. The guy was shredding all over the place with nice interludes of melody as well. He had a tough task opening for two revered acts but he not only pulled it off, but he made some fans that night as well. Well done!
Best,
Mark Sugiyama
Eclectic Arts Media
Connect with Eclectic Arts Media: Social Media Links Here
BABYMETAL
Dethklok
w/Jason Richardson
Seattle, WA
WaMu Theater (sold out show)
October 4, 2023
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(All Photos by Mark Sugiyama for Eclectic Arts Media (c) 2023)
Every now and then a touring bill gets put together that makes absolute sense. In the case of BABYMETAL and Dethklok, fans of one are highly likely to be fans of the other. The sold out shows on this tour are a testament to this fact. Fans wanted to see this tour!
Seattle jumped into the fray early as one of the first shows on the announced tour to sell out. There’s nothing like a sold out show. The buzz in the air is always that much more so which then translates to the artists on the stage and back to the audience, etc, etc, etc.
The co-headlining tour meant each of the headliners performed for roughly one hour each, with Dethklok up first and BABYMETAL finishing off the night.
I’ve heard of the Metalocalypse show (on Adult Swim) for quite some time now. From the college students I used to work with to other gamer/convention/music nerd types in my circle, I honestly haven’t looked into the show that much but I do know how much some fans love it. The fictional melodic death metal band Dethklok took to the stage after a video introduction. Once the band blasted into their opening number, the show became like a live action version of the animated show.
Animated clips were aired while the band played basically in silhouette. The focus fell on the music and not on the band as a visual element. The focus then fell on the video screen above well respected metal drummer Gene Hoglan. The four piece ripped through their hour long set with the greatest of ease. At times exiting the stage while a video interlude played (usually for laughs) and then hastily returning to kick into the next number.
If you’re familiar with the genre, then you know what you’re getting. Heavy, fast, with a dose of melody, and vocals that are basically unintelligible unless you’re reading a lyric sheet along with hearing the songs. The band was tight and was clearly not a gimmick. They had the Seattle crowd all riled up and ready for the next artist.
.jpg)
(All Photos by Mark Sugiyama for Eclectic Arts Media (c) 2023)
Kitsunes were ecstatic to find out that BABYMETAL was finally returning to Seattle after a four year absence (of course Covid was during that time as well). And this time they returned as an official three piece, just like the Yuimetal days. Momometal is the newest member, complimenting veterans Moametal and lead singer Su-metal.
The video intro played as the crowd grew anxious. The KAMI band launched into “BABYMETAL DEATH” or “BABYMETAL Desu”, and the roar erupted from the Fox God followers. Each member of BABYMETAL strolled toward the middle of the stage, each step in time with the music. Any fan knows that this song is an audience participation number and the Seattle fans were ready to yell out each letter as loudly as possible.
.jpg)
(All Photos by Mark Sugiyama for Eclectic Arts Media (c) 2023)
Without skipping a beat, they then launched into the song that broke them all over the world, “Gimme Chocolate”. The choreography for this tune is still fun to watch and it's as infectious as it ever was.
“Pa Pa Ya!!” sounded as strong as it did in 2019. It is definitely one of the tracks from the third album that stands up live every time it is played.
“Distortion” and “BxMxC” were followed up by a string of three new tunes from the latest album, “The Other One”. In the sixth song slot, Seattle got “Mirror Mirror”. Earlier stops on the tour they aired “MAYA” and “Believing”. The single “Monochrome” was followed up by the current single, “METAL!!” (featuring Tom Morello).
.JPG)
(All Photos by Mark Sugiyama for Eclectic Arts Media (c) 2023)
The show then went out on a high note with the triple threat attack of, “Megitsune”, “Headbangeeeeerrrr!!!!!”, and “Road of Resistance”.
BABYMETAL and the Kami band put on an entertaining show for all of the fans (some of whom traveled to see the show). BABYMETAL is in a unique position as they have broken free of any stereotypes of JRock, Jpop, etc. where the girls eventually retire, “graduate”, or equivalent. They are uniquely their own band in somewhat unchartered territory. Kobametal has developed BABYMETAL into a band that is its own entity in the music world and that’s exciting to see. What happens next? Only the Fox God knows!
.JPG)
(All Photos by Mark Sugiyama for Eclectic Arts Media (c) 2023)
The show was opened by guitar shredmaster Jason Richardson (All That Remains). Jason performed an entertaining set of instrumental guitar tunes backed by his laptop. The guy was shredding all over the place with nice interludes of melody as well. He had a tough task opening for two revered acts but he not only pulled it off, but he made some fans that night as well. Well done!
Best,
Mark Sugiyama
Eclectic Arts Media
Connect with Eclectic Arts Media: Social Media Links Here
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