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DEATH FROM ABOVE 1979 IN CONCERT:

Canadian dance punk duo Death from Above 1979 amassed a cult following in the early '00s with their critically-praised recordings and monolithic live shows, and a 2016 live EP recorded at Jack White's Third Man Records in Nashville proves they remain a force to be reckoned with in concert. The pair's uptempo songs pack a serious punch, and audiences can't help but feel the power of Jesse F. Keeler's fuzz-laden basslines on standouts like "Romantic Rights," "Blood on Our Hands," and "Trainwreck 1979." Drummer/singer Sebastian Grainger keeps the energy on 10, kicking the tempo into overdrive and delivering his heartbreak lyrics with his fiery vocals. As the pair dive-bombs fans with an unrelenting barrage of supercharged riffs and heart-pounding beats, ticket buyers are more than happy to join in on the distortion-heavy dance party.

BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:

Though the details of their formation remain murky (they've circulated tongue-in-cheek rumors that they meet in prison, on a pirate ship, or at a gay bar), it’s clear that Sebastian Grainger (drums/vocals) and Jesse F. Keeler (bass/synths/backing vocals) first rocked Toronto clubs together in 2001. Death from Above 1979 developed a devoted following with their thunderous hometown shows before finding critical acclaim with their 2004 debut album You're a Woman, I'm a Machine. More notoriety followed when the group performed the song "Romantic Rights" on Late Night with Conan O'Brien the following year. Despite their rising profile and critical success, the band split in 2006 due to creative differences and undertook new projects – Grainger pursued a  solo career while Keeler went on to form electronica duo MSTRFKRFT. Fortunately for fans the breakup only lasted five years –  Death from Above 1979 reunited in 2011 and dusted off the cobwebs with a string of low-profile shows. The 2014 release of their sophomore album The Physical World marked the band's return to fighting form, and they embarked on an extensive, well-received tour to bring their massive riffs to back to audiences. As fans await more hard-hitting tracks from the group, they can witness Death from Above 1979 bring down the house at venues around the world.

Reviews

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 based on 21 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Yo

    by Pete on 2022-10-31Commodore Ballroom - Vancouver

    Waited over a year to see these guys ( would have been my first time seeing them ) and then missed the show due to personal reasons. I'm sure it was a killer show though!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Very dope very interactive

    by Tash on 2022-10-28Commodore Ballroom - Vancouver

    Amazing show. Amazing band! Sweaty, moshy, fun. The opener was great.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great rock show with the ultimate opener

    by Rockzilla on 2022-10-27Commodore Ballroom - Vancouver

    Absolutely loved the opener and DFA1979 slayed as per usual. The only caveat is the venue, thanks to live nation the commodore is only getting worse not better. Shite beer selection and obscene prices are a major turnoff to what used to be the best live music venue in the city. Suck it Trebek, I mean Live nation 👎🏻

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Death From Above: Heads Up Is Now

    by td on 2019-06-10The Phoenix Concert Theatre - Toronto

    This was a totally awesome show! Not an ounce of disappointment. I left there feeling completely spent with my voice almost completely gone as though I was performing right along with them. If you've never seen them live, better change that status - you'll be glad you did!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing!

    by Karla on 2019-06-09The Phoenix Concert Theatre - Toronto

    It’s the second time I’ve seen them live. Both shows have been great, sounds just like the albums. One of the best bands to watch live.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing

    by Tbaby on 2019-06-09The Phoenix Concert Theatre - Toronto

    Awesome show, great sound. DFA are incredible live, such good energy and interaction with the crowd too.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    solid show

    by adubsy on 2017-11-28Commodore Ballroom - Vancouver

    I've sort of seen DFA before when they were opening for a few other bands. This show wwas certainly better than that one. They played a solid setlist with a lot of older and newer tracks. The sound of the drums seemed off to start and then got better later in the show. The venue is always killer and it was nice that there were no 'proud boy' incidents following the whole Vice-Proud Boy-Jesse Keeler kerfuffle. Overall the show as good as expected which is great!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Third time seeing DFA

    by coldplayrocks17 on 2017-11-28O'Brians Event Centre - Saskatoon

    Every time we see them they completely deliver on an exceptional show ! We will never miss a chance to see them in our hometown .

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    DFA1979

    by DrewD on 2017-11-26Union Hall - Edmonton

    Awesome show. The boys can really rock! I would definitely recommend checking them out.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Excellent

    by Teejmaw on 2017-11-26Union Hall - Edmonton

    This was my 7th time seeing DFA, sort of a disappointing venue. The guys put on an awesome, very intimate performance in such a small venue