Queensryche in Toronto
by blugirl on 2009-07-28The Phoenix Concert Theatre - TorontoRating: 4 out of 5There is no question this is one of the best progressive metal bands out there. The emotional lyricism in the dark, heavy guitar laden sound underscored by Geoff Tate's incredible vocals is what captures me about this act. In fact, each player shines on his instrument and contributes equally to the whole. They definitely did not disappoint. All seemed to be head banging to the enthralling rhythms despite the lack of air -conditioning and a few miscues when Geoff's vocals and horn playing got lost. I think a bigger venue perhaps something like Massey Hall would have done them better justice acoustically but I suppose appealing to the more discerning, intellectual metal listeners has its downfall as they are highly underrated by music consumers in this market.