With live shows finally making a return, one of the bands that is an absolute must see is Immortal Guardian. Performing last week at Dante’s Inferno in Portland, Oregon, the band showed us why live music is so powerful, and what fans have been missing for the past year.
Supporting their latest album Psychosomatic, the band hit the stage with tons of energy, enthusiasm and joy. The band opened with “Psychosomatic”, and continued playing the first 5 tracks from the new release, giving fans what they’ve been waiting for all year, and showing how well those first 5 songs work together musically. Performing “Stardust” off of Age of Revolution worked great to break the pace, keeping the tempo and energy high for fans and the band to head-bang.
Carlos Zema on vocals has a powerful voice, and emanates pure joy on stage while singing to and with the crowd. Gabriel Guardian is unique in that he plays both guitar and keyboards simultaneously, without ever missing a step. Bassist Joshua Lopez matches Carlos and Gabriel in his high energy stage presence and constant smile on stage, while Justin Piedimonte thunders, and wows us with his fantastic drumming.
Immortal Guardian should be on tour with Dream Theater, Helloween, Judas Priest, or any of those major draws as they are the next generation of heavy metal heroes. Keep your eyes and ears on these guys, they will astound and always make you smile. If you get the chance to see Immortal Guardian live, don’t miss the opportunity to have a blast, and to be reminded of why music is best when you’re there in person to see the bands you love.
All photos by Bryce Van Patten
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