BY MAUI CABRAL Sunday evening was completely packed for some of the most unique metal you’ll be able to witness: blood, Trump, monster sl...
BY MAUI CABRAL
Sunday evening was completely packed for some of the most unique metal you’ll be able to witness: blood, Trump, monster slaying, bad ass performances, smoking snow in bubbles... Welcome to Static-X at The Ritz Raleigh.
This was an unbelievable show. To kick things off, we had A Killer's Confession, who if you follow my work you know I’ve shot several times in the Carolinas. To have ex-Mushroomhead members come back together to create this undeniably slept-on band. Man, these guys have become good friends of mine over the last year. To say that about people you’ve looked up to for so long is crazy. This was a performance that you just had to be there for. Big love to my Family over at AKC.
Second was DOPE, another band that is now slightly slept on. These dudes have been kicking ass on stage for years. To have been able to see Danny from AKC switch over and play bass was something to witness for sure. Then you have Xer0 from Static-X come out as himself, Mr Edsel, and put on such an amazing and vibrant show.
Third was the infamous GWAR. This band was theatrical and an experience to say the least. A Fucking awesome one. These dudes shoot blood into the crowd, slay dragons, bring out pregnant Taylor Swifts. It’s an experience that you really can not keep your eyes away from. Amazing time with these guys!
Last was our dudes at Static-X which i was taken to the Artist's Lounge to meet prior to the their set. To say i got to meet them and spend some time with them was pretty incredible, as i grew up listening to them. Shout out to my dear friend/mentor, Tour Videographer/Photographer David Prada for allowing this this to happen!
Finally we are ready for the guys to come on and play some amazing music for us. This performance goes pretty fucking Wild. Although it’s not Wayne, let me tell you Xer0 has made it a point to kill it just as much on stage. We had smoke bubbles and a infamous time with Static-X and all of the other bands along for this tour. 100% a show that’s a must!
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- JOSH "MAUI" CABRAL
Hey! I'm Maui. Originally from Queens, New York, now making Raleigh, NC my new home. I'm a touring photographer and Nomadic Motorcycle Rider, obsessed with seeing the world through different lenses!
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