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 The Beast in Chicago! August 26, 2008
Written by Otohiko
They’re back and while there’s not much new content-wise on the plate, I wouldn’t be fooled for a second that this is the same KC that I saw 5 years ago!
I’ll concede that this is a band still looking for its ground - and having fun at it - and I really hope there are more chances for them to play live - and develop new material, since what we’re seeing here is definitely the birth of an absolutely devastating version of the band. I think the part of it that really needs to flex its wings a little is the Adrian-Robert duo - seems like it’s been a while for them in the Crim role (ProjeKct Six nonwithstanding). Robert’s current sound sizzles - he hasn’t grown soft; but I wish Adrian was let loose a bit more in all of this - it feels like he’s trying to, but he does get a little too concentrated in catching that interlocking-duo dynamic - which isn’t yet at the same level as it was back in 2003. But time will do it good again.
Tony and the new Gavin-Pat combo are on the spot - and they’re more than welcome. Of those, TLev is especially on the spot, just wow - he’s really redefining a lot of this material yet again. He crushes and crushes - a devilish and groovy bottom end that gives a completely new feel to the proceedings. You’d think he’d be a little intimidated between two guitarists and two drummers all around - but nope! It’s a dance for him through and through. He’s the one having the most fun in this band.
Please keep at it, crew! This is a band that has shown it can really give a new groove to the classics - and is begging for some new material now.
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Surprisingly rich and rewarding Tue., Jul 7, 2009
Posted by: kevred
I say "surprisingly" not because I expect these fellows to underachieve, but because I’ve seen track listings very similar to this for many years now. So, with some of the other mixed reviews in mind, I felt a little trepidation Read more
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Simply Excellent! Sat., Jul 4, 2009
Posted by: johnburr54
I just heard this one today--a couple of times and it blew my mind away nicely! Just really great stuff!
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The Return Of The 40 Years Beast Sat., Mar 28, 2009
Posted by: Slipstream
The beast is finally back, and is as powerful and brutal as ever. With the addition of Porcupine Tree’s Gavin Harrison to the band, and the return of Tony Levin, the band’s in full flight again, and also, Read more
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Super show Mon., Feb 16, 2009
Posted by: mabonadies
Finally, I have gotten around to downloading this show and it was well worth the wait! Even though I attended the August 8th concert, this show from the night before has the same Read more
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Chicago 08 Mon., Feb 2, 2009
Posted by: ludwigjr
Can it be the same Gavin Harrison that loitered within the pages of Rhythm back in the day? Some of those exercises still hurt, man. Anyway nice one and it’s great to have Ade and the boys belting it out Read more
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poor KC .......... Sun., Feb 1, 2009
Posted by: roselina
i’ve downloaded this ecellent soundin’ concert a few days ago - -awesome sound , but very poor music ; KC as a shadow of its own.....>> no more ideas and a terrible lead vocal singer Read more
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Love the audio!!! Wed., Jan 7, 2009
Posted by: KennyKij
I am really impressed with the recording and mix of this show. The low end is thundering as it was in New York when my wife and I seen them (August 16, 2008 please Read more
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Why wasn't I at this show? Thu., Jan 1, 2009
Posted by: Aryadeva
As someone who has lived in Chicago since 2003 (when I lived in Copenhagen and very sadly missed the Circusbygningen show [argh!]), I wonder why I was not at this Read more
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The most FUN KC ever? Fri., Dec 12, 2008
Posted by: fabio_riccardi
Well KC is always great, but I was really curious to hear what Gavin Harrison would contribute to this line-up. Well the drumming is nothing short of fantastic. It is obvious that Gavin and Pat are having fun, they’re Read more
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Level 5 stars Mon., Dec 1, 2008
Posted by: sapindo
The substantial Crimson with something new. Great.
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