VENUE METROPOLITAN OPERA HOUSE PHILADELPHIA, USA
DATE 27/09/2022
The Mars Volta were among the greatest prog/jazz rock groups of the 2000s, so this comeback show is heavily anticipated. Comprising mostly of classic compositions – as well as some tracks from their terrific new self-titled album – this impeccably performed and endearingly nostalgic evening makes for a triumphant return.
Given that The Mars Volta deviates from its predecessors by emphasising a simpler and more accessible sound, the band surely know that it’s divisive. That said, their decision to play only its singles Graveyard Love and Blacklight Shine is a bit odd. Fortunately, they’re two of the best cuts from it, as they highlight the group’s knack for elegantly hooky songwriting and inventively sophisticated – yet approachable – arrangements. Vocalist Cedric Bixler-Zavala…
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