Audio By Carbonatix
Though Aloke Dutta, the writer, spiritualist and master of classical Indian tabla percussion, claims the headlining space at the Gothic Theatre on Saturday, July 27, opener Katalyst provides a compelling incentive for early arrival. The Denver band, which began as Wicked Groove six years ago, is a testament to the power of three: The guitar/bass/drum combo is tight, textured and loaded with talent. The band’s debut EP, Changes, reflects a range of influences — from Primus’s bass-popping boldness to Tool’s dark precision — without succumbing to them: The band’s aggressive art metal is its own, with hints of punk’s brattiness and prog-rock’s penchant for erratic time signatures and stop-start melodies. It’s creative, different and worth a listen. In this case, change is positive.
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