Strapping Young Lad: For Those Aboot to Rock
Strapping Young Lad: For Those Aboot to Rock

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Strapping Young Lad: For Those Aboot to Rock

2004
Movie
70 min
English

Strapping Young Lad - For Those About To Rock video Filmed live at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver, this DVD captures over an hour of the band's live atrocities caught in front of their hometown crowd. Strapping Young Lad - For Those About To Rock film Filmed with multiple angles and presented in 5. 1 Surround Sound, the DVD also features bonus footage and two promotional videos.

Insights

IMDb7.8/10
Director: Devin TownsendGenres: Concert Film, Heavy Metal

Plot Summary

This live concert film captures the intense and energetic performance of the Canadian heavy metal band Strapping Young Lad. Filmed during their 'Terria' tour, it showcases the band's raw power and signature chaotic sound. The performance features a selection of their most popular and aggressive tracks, delivering a visceral experience for fans of extreme metal.

Critical Reception

As a live concert film, 'For Those Aboot to Rock' was primarily received by fans of Strapping Young Lad and Devin Townsend's broader musical projects. Critical reviews often focused on the band's technical prowess, the raw energy of their live show, and the sheer intensity of their sound. It is widely regarded by fans as a definitive representation of the band's live capabilities.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its high-octane energy and the band's undeniable musical skill.

  • Applauded for capturing the raw, aggressive essence of Strapping Young Lad's live performance.

  • Considered a must-watch for dedicated fans of the band and extreme metal.

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Fun Fact

The title 'For Those Aboot to Rock' is a play on the AC/DC song 'For Those About to Rock (We Salute You)', with 'Aboot' being a phonetic spelling often associated with Canadian accents.

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