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Rating: 4.3 out of 5 based on 6 reviews

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Rating: 4.3 out of 5 based on 6 reviews
  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Summer Slaughter 2013

    by Ange23 on 2013-08-12Sound Academy - Toronto

    We arrived just in time for The Ocean, a band that I wanted to make sure I see. The only downside was we missed the first few bands because once you're in the Sound Academy, you can't leave. Quite frankly I can't be cooped up in there for more than 5 hours. The great upside was the VIP ticket. I highly suggest anyone take this option if able to. The Ocean put on a killer set, I wanted to hear more from Pelagial but a 30 minutes set would not allow for their epic concept to fully come to life. Regardless I highly recommend checking them out, the vocalist was great and they provided a fresh take on song writing. The drummer also was impressive, he isn't your typical metal drummer so this gave the songs a much different interpretation. Following The Ocean was Cattle Decapitation. Going in I was not expecting much from this band, due to the name and their style of music. But boy was I wrong, vocalist Travis Ryan is the most impressive live vocalist I have seen to date. Still this not being my first choice in metal I was blown away by the power and range displayed on the low and high screams. Amongst all the blasting and frequent sweep picking their bassist also blew me away with his four finger technique. Then we were informed he was merely a fill in and this was his first night, making their set that much more impressive. I still can't sit back to a Cattle album but any chance I get to see them live I will from this point forward. As long as Travis is providing vocals like that. Norma Jean was on next, although they have faced many line up changes over the years they sounded great. They did seem a little out of place on the tour though, their music was a little more straight forward and they just had a different feel over all. Kind of like a less interesting Underoath. Next was Periphery, bias alert. This was my first time seeing two of my favourite bands so I was stoked. I was also able to meet Misha and Tosin prior to the show which made the whole experience that much better. With all the guitars and lay out of the venue it's hard to hear all the string work going on but they still put on a great performance. Spencer's vocals were a little shaky to start but he hit his groove after the first song Icarus Lives aka Groove Central proving his clean vocals are constantly improving. Matt Halpern provided a very unique drumming performance making their set even more captivating rhythmically. I was stoked to see Animals As Leaders on Thrice's farewell tour. Unfortunately they didn't make the Toronto show due to some police brutality in Boston. This was now my chance and although a 40 minute instrumental set may seem boring to some, if you are familiar with the material it goes by quick. I can't wait to see both Periphery and AAL again. Last was Dillinger. We left a few songs in, the non stop flickering lights and the noisy busy style of music was enough for us to call it a night. Don't take this as a very accurate portrayal of the band, it is just not something I can get in to. They are obviously doing something right though, they have a loyal fan base and great stage presence. Summer Slaughter 2013 - 8.5/10

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing!

    by Coolmanos on 2013-08-11Sound Academy - Toronto

    I had a great time. All of the bands were amazing! And the crowd was really crazy also!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Summer Slaughter

    by Bert801 on 2011-08-14Sound Academy - Toronto

    Overall the Summer Slaughter Tour '11 was pretty good.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    SORE NECK!!!!!!!!

    by Rayslayer on 2011-08-11Sound Academy - Toronto

    Man this is my 3rd, and i think the best yet, i was bummed to miss Within the ruins!!(TRAFFIC!) as well as Six Feet Under no show, but other than that wicked venue, sound, environment etc. Pretty good value for all the bands that played. I would recommend to all to attend!!! get ready to slam!! or be slammed!!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Summer Slaughter delivered

    by slangove on 2010-08-23Rickshaw Theatre - VANCOUVER

    Great Show! This was my first time to the Rickshaw and I thought the sound was great. Animals as Leaders, Cephalic Carnage, Red Chord, Faceless, and Decapitated all played great sets. Animals as Leaders were a high point for me, I'm glad the metal scene has co-opted these guys as they are amazing. Cephalic Carnage had blistering stage energy and a fat sound. Faceless was tight as clockwork and vocal performance was to notch. Decapitated were nice and brutal and the guitar playing was impressive to say the least. He made the guitar look like part of his body, I don't think he looked at it once the whole set. I know they must be tired of playing "Spheres of Madness" but there was no better way to end this show. Summer Slaughter is always good and this year was excellent, next year lets hope Necrophagist returns to tour a new album.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Another great summer slaughter

    by wendybean on 2010-08-23Rickshaw Theatre - VANCOUVER

    Great lineup. I always see new and awesome bands at the Summer Slaughter shows and this year was no exception! Plus, the headliners have never let me down at SS shows. Also, CEPHALIC CARNAGE rocks and any show with them in the lineup is guaranteed to be amazing. Rickshaw is a great venue and the sound, seating and variety of good viewing areas is excellent!