Since their conception back in 2001, the band has cemented its own corner in alternative music history. Their performance history is extensive and impressive. Touring alongside Trivium, Bullet For My Valentine, and 3 Inches Of Blood, as well as a 2007 appearance at the legendary Warped Tour, is all a part of this group’s repertoire. They originally disbanded back in 2008, but have since reunited multiple times.
The venue held a welcoming atmosphere, filled with fans wearing dark coloured band t-shirts. It’s great to see that Still Remains is clearly still loved within a community that has been so strong for so long. Back in 2013, they released a crowd-funded album titled ‘Ceasing To Breathe’, which only furthers the long-standing dedication of their audience.
Eschalon was a fantastic first opener. The stage was illuminated by strobe lights whilst the band incorporated a sound reminiscent of nu-metal. There were times where the music dipped and created more of a lo-fi vibe, which felt like a well-needed breather amongst the chaotic energy of the evening. A standout track for me was ‘Denial’, which has already been added to my playlist! I could absolutely see this group having their own headline tour in the years to come.
The second support had a tough act to follow, yet they also provided a high-energy and intense performance. Devil Sold His Soul had a sound that felt like everything I’d expect for a metalcore gig. The screams were consistent and powerful, along with huge-sounding breakdowns. This is certainly a band that has won me over.
Finally, Still Remains were able to utilise the hype created by their openers and deliver an energetic performance. The tour celebrates the twenty-year anniversary of their record ‘Love And Lunacy’. Anniversary tours have high stakes, as many fans expect a performance on par with the record itself. I think this tour exceeded expectations from start to finish.
Their standout hits, such as ‘The Worst Is Yet To Come’ as well as ‘White Walls’ were played with vibrant performances and the heavy breakdowns that fans had flocked to witness. Whilst the entire band was strong, I really enjoyed the percussion aspect, with the bass and drums creating a solid foundation for some great melodies.
Within each track, you can hear how they have inspired their own sound within the genre. They were there from the early years and have definitely shaped a myriad of artists who have followed in their footsteps. Whilst the tour is dedicated to an album which was released twenty years ago, they were able to keep their sound consistent and fresh. It’s an impressive feat to still feel relevant in a now very saturated scene.
Since 2023, Still Remains has begun a momentum of more frequent live performances, which has helped create more hype surrounding the band. Their upcoming EP, ‘Spirit Breaker,’ is looking to be released around the turn of the year. Here’s to hoping this group continues their already impressive legacy.
Emily Teague
Images: Ben Lord
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