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For more than two decades, Anberlin have remained a formidable force in the alt-rock world, boasting a wildly devoted fanbase who've come to rely on the raw cathartic power of their music. On the massively anticipated Vega--the first album in ten years from vocalist Stephen Christian, guitarists Joseph Milligan and Christian McAlhaney, bassist Deon Rexroat, and drummer Nathan Young--the Florida-bred band deliver a body of work forged with an explosive new energy, thanks in part to the addition of singer Matty Mullins (the Memphis May Fire frontman who's stepped in as live vocalist for Anberlin, following Christian's announcement that he'll no longer tour full-time). The latest triumph in an extraordinary career that's included selling over 1.5 million albums in the U.S. alone and turning out hits like the No. 1 Alternative Radio smash "Feel Good Drag," Vega reveals a band whose creative passion and one-of-a-kind vision have only grown stronger over time.
Arriving on the heels of two back-to-back EPs--2022's Silverline and 2023's Convinced--Vega emerged from a period of unbridled creativity for Anberlin, who parted ways soon after 2014's Lowborn and reunited for a series of lockdown-era livestreams. In bringing their new album to life, the band embraced a deliberately free-flowing and DIY approach, building up songs in McAlhaney's garage before self-producing the LP at Tampa's Feral Sound Studios. "In the past we'd sometimes limit our sound to some preconceived idea of what Anberlin is supposed to be," says McAlhaney. "This time the mantra was, 'If it feels good, let's try it.' Because at the end of the day, Anberlin is whatever we say it is." As a result, Vega encompasses everything from the shout-along-ready pop perfection of "Walk Alone" to the brutally heavy intensity of "Seven" (a shapeshifting and strangely enthralling epic featuring a savage vocal performance from Mullins). "I think after spending time apart we came back with a new perspective, where we were all just excited to work together and create the best songs we can," says Young. "No one was precious about their ideas; it was all about making something that feels new and risky and like nothing we've ever done before."
As they get set to embark on the 20 Years of Tears amphitheater tour with Thursday, Hawthorne Heights, and Saosin--a 56-date run that marks their most extensive tour in a decade--Anberlin look forward to the pure thrill of performing their new material for their longtime legion of fans. "We've had so many people tell us things like, 'Your songs got me through a really difficult time in my life,' or 'You guys are what made me pick up a guitar and start my own band,'" says Rexroat. "It's an incredible feeling to know that we've impacted other people on that level--the amount of love we've felt is undeniable, and it's one of the main reasons we've kept going for as long we have."
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This was the best concert I have ever gone to and probuly the best I will ever go to anberlin is just such a talented band the music was so fun to jump and dance and sing along with and the singer has an amazing different voice along with the band also the concert only cost 30$ which it was worth way more the drummer was amazing along with other members of the band you have to see these guys!
I only came for Anberlin, due to I was detained at another function. I had seen them previous a year or more at the same venue, the Garrick. An odd mixture of ages.. parents.. kids.. young adults.. and the odd thirty-ish types. Just like Winnipegers, we braved one of the first cold nights (I brought a jacket), most didn't. It wasn't as loud as the previous show that made me want to stick my fingers in my ears. I could pleasantly sing and yell along with Stephen Christian. He is definitely a rock star. The guitars never displeased me, and the light show.. goodness. I loved the lights! Finally a band in a small venue, that could still be cozy but pour money into lights. More of that please! Not too much banter from the stage, the usual.. how's winnipeg.. we love you.. blah blah.. we came when it was minus 40 out.. but I enjoyed no swearing or other dumb impressive talk. although the vocals sometimes weren't spot on (not that i was expecting complete studio vocals).. he still showed that he had an amazing voice, backed by a brilliant band that played their hearts out. The played a mixture of all their albums.. I did miss them playing (their cover of) True Faith, but they played their latest single Impossible.. and other singles like Feel Good Drag and ended the show (just like last time) with Fin. I love them each time I've seen them .. now to get the remaining albums!
The concert had a lot of energy, it had a great line up of bands who all played really well and Anberlin's light sticks in the background created a great effect when taking pictures. I think Anberlin balenced their set well with songs from every album and as a result was a great concert for die-hard fans or for newer ones.
Opening acts were great, and the mix was good the night of the concert.
I didn't know anything about anberlin, i went to see civil twilight and crash kings. I got late there, i saw civil tilight in their last song and i was waiting to see crash kings. Those guys were amazing on stage until a guy came to the stage and told the singer he had to sing just one more song. I paid to see three bands and i saw 1 1/2 bands. Moreover, the guy from crash kings started singing a song from another band when everybody went there to listen to their music. Civil twilight and crash kings performed 100% better than anberlin, i don't know who set the bands like that.
Overall, I thought the show was well done and Anberlin was energetic and eager to perform. The special effects were done appropriately and the sound came off well. My 1 complaint is the lack of playing time Anberlin received. I do not know if it was their decision or the director at Sound Academy to decide the amount of songs played but I thought the opening bands were provided with too much "air time". I was not a big fan of either of the opening bands, especially to take up the first 2 hours.
Sorry Crash Kings....you were amazing until you opted to play a Black Sabbath cover over one of your own songs. Sure, you rocked the cover, but we're paying to see you play your own material live...not just to buy it on itunes as you suggested we do if we want to hear it!
The Crash Kings or Civil Twilight should have been the headliners! Both bands were awesome! I only give it a 4 because of Anberlin. Was not overly impressed with them. One song they did I think it was the 2nd or 3rd, sounded a lot like I'm not Jesus by Apocalyptica. The band also needs to grow some hair (aside from the guy way in the back), they don't have the stage appeal to be playing rock music. All I could picture was Insync..... If it had just been Crash Kings and/or Civil Twilight it would have been a 5. One bummer from Crash Kings is they did not play Mountain Man....sorry he may be sick of singing it, but that is what we paid to come hear!
The Event was amazing Civil Twilight began with a short set. They were like Our Lady Peace Meets Coldplay. Great Music and Great Vocals. Super fast guitar too. Next was Crash Kings, and that Guy can sure sing and Play piano, I was shocked and awed by his impressive talents. Five for Fighting Meets Maroon 5. Then came Anberlin, who put on an amazing show, and Played all my favorites, except for Inevitable. They're presence was invigorating and energizing. My only beef with the whole show was that the mixing was soooo off. It was impossible to figure out what Civil Twilight was saying although I could sure tell he had pipes. Crash kings was actually fine, but for the first half of Anberlin I also couldn't here any lyrics. It was all great, but anberlin didn't do anything special like accoustic songs, or new songs, or covers that would stick out as a special moment in the show.
Great live act! High energy. Vocals like their album, WOW! Guitars were awesome. Bass and drums you felt in your chest. Great show. I took my 13 year old daughter and 12 year old son, and they were blown away at how good Anberlin is. Thanks for a great show. We'll be there the next tim you come to the "PEG".
Anberlin was fantastic once again. Very fun to watch. I think their best song performance was "Closer" with intense and cool light effects. Always enjoy the crowd singing along. They have so many songs that I like that it is impossible to play them all...but there were a couple that they sang that weren't their best songs...in my opinion, but still enjoyable.
Anberlin was so total awesome, the light show was sweet. Crash Kings price is right intro was probably the best intro ever. They were pretty funny and used their instruments differently but awesome. Civil Twilight were pretty good. Guitarist was sweet.
Great show and the opening bands were fairly good aswell.
So a friend of mine asked me to listen to this band about a 1 1/2 months ago....could NOT stop listening to them....definitely glad i could witness them live....amazing show!!!!! tons of energy and great music....glad i was introduced to them....again...AMAZING!!!!! wish is lasted all night!
The whole crowd was singing along and the band acknowledged that. The lights were really cool. They played all the songs I hoped they would. They played 2 encores. I wish I was still there now!
All THREE bands were fantastic. Anberlin is ALWAYS a treat to see them!
Anberlin performed with excellence hearing there new cd dark is the way light is a place was a nice change for the band
I saw these guys 3 years ago at the Powerplant and still considered it one of my all time fav concerts. This concert was even better!! Such a good performance. So engaging. The crowd was screaming every word with them. Definitely a night to remember
