By Christopher Crone
Thursday night at the Colonial Theater felt like a fresh start. It was the first show since the venue upgraded its sound system. There are still a few small issues to work out, but overall, it sounded really good. The music felt clearer and stronger, especially as the crowd filled in.
Haunter opened the show and immediately changed the vibe. They started with “Incantation,” and the room felt different right away. Their sound is heavy and slow, with thick riffs that just seem to flow together. By the time they finished with “Dark Hallucinations,” the crowd was totally zoned in.
Warlord followed with a strong and classic heavy metal set, opening with Lucifer’s Hammer. They performed the full Deliver Us set, along with many classic songs that longtime fans were excited to hear. Their sound felt big and full, and the improved system helped every note stand out. Songs like Mrs. Victoria and Winter’s Tears got great reactions from the crowd. You could see fans singing along and really enjoying the moment. They closed with Child of the Damned, ending their set on a high note with the crowd fully behind them.
Then came Onslaught, who brought the night to another level. This was their “The Force From Hell” set, a mix of songs from their two early albums, The Force and Power From Hell. The set also brought back Sy Keeler, giving fans that classic Onslaught sound. They exploded onto the stage with Power From Hell, hitting the crowd with fast, aggressive energy right away. The new sound system really stood out here, with sharp guitars and strong bass filling the room. Their set was nonstop, with each song keeping the energy high. The band played tight and fast, showing why they’re such a big name in thrash metal. The pit came alive, with fans pushing and moving to every beat. The vocals were clear and cut through the music well, making it easy for the crowd to shout along. You could feel the band’s experience, but they still played with a lot of fire. The energy never dropped from start to finish. They closed the night with a powerful cover of Motörhead’s Iron Fist, leaving the crowd loud and excited.
Overall, it was a great night and a strong return for the Colonial Theater. The upgraded sound system shows a lot of promise, and with a few tweaks, it’s going to make future shows even better.
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