Castle Rat, Amon Amarth, and Dethklok Take Over MGM Music Hall
When I tell you I was one lucky lady, I mean it. I got the amazing opportunity to take photos of the incredible Castle Rat, Amon Amarth, and Dethklok at the MGM Music Hall at Fenway on 4/29. Seeing these three phenomenal bands, all with different vibes but the same devotion to theatrics, was truly a sight to see.
The night started with Castle Rat. I was so excited to finally see them live. I had heard and seen so many good things about them, and I just needed to experience it for myself. The costumes and attention to detail alone were enough to keep me captivated, but then hearing the music was a whole new ball game. (Insert description of music.) Their aesthetic, or the look they were going for, was very reminiscent of a ‘70s/‘80s medieval revival. All I know is I can’t wait for them to headline MGM, because I mean it when I say they have that star power. You can just tell they’re pushing toward it.
Next, we had Amon Amarth. Yet again, another theatrical powerhouse. I felt like I was being transported to a distant Viking realm, like I was on a ship with them. Amon Amarth definitely brought more of a full set production, from the Viking helmet the drummer was sitting on top of to the two inflatable Viking statues and a giant sea serpent. One thing they do really well is knowing how to get their fans excited. There were waves of crowd surfers, plus the traditional mosh pit with the addition of rowing. I’ve seen Amon Amarth before, and even though I’ve seen them previously, they always know how to make me smile and keep me coming back for more.
Now we’ve reached the end of the night with the silhouetted masterminds, Dethklok. I think their whole setup is really interesting. They performed in front of a screen playing clips from their show Metalocalypse, with no lights on the band so the visuals could take center stage. The thing that stuck out to me the most was everyone’s deep-seated love and connection to the music and the show. Throughout the night, as I walked around talking to people, I noticed a common theme: their devotion to the music and the memories tied to it.
All in all, it was an amazing time. I would highly recommend that if you get a chance to see any of these bands live, just do it. It’s absolutely worth the money and the time.
