CALIGULA’S HORSE

VENUE UNDERGROUND ARTS, PHILADELPHIA, PA, USA DATE 01/02/2024 SUPPORT EARTHSIDE Caligula’s Horse are one of Australia’s premier modern progressive metal acts so seeing them in concert is inherently awesome. That said, tonight’s show is particularly special for two reasons: it finds them celebrating their superb new studio album – Charcoal Grace – and, perhaps more importantly, it’s a part of their first-ever North American headlining tour. Luckily, the quartet make the most of the opportunity. Bolstered by charming banter, engaging visuals, and a stellar opening set from instrumental prog rock ensemble Earthside, Caligula’s Horse’s remarkable performance demonstrates why they’ve always deserved the spotlight. Earthside quickly take the stage and dive into about 50 minutes of exceptional compositions. Their long-awaited second sequence (2023’s Let The Truth Speak) receives much of the attention, with four…