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Black Stone Cherry - Graspop Metal Meeting 2018
Formed in Kentucky by four friends at the dawn of the new millennium, Black Stone Cherry originally started playing music to escape the boredom of rural Edmonton, Kentucky. They were an instant sensation on the local rock scene and before long the hard rock quartet attracted the attention of the bigger labels. Their self-titled debut dropped in 2006 and they haven’t looked back since. BSC have been busy since their last appearance (GMM2015). Apart from ‘Black to Blues’, an EP that gives a number of blues classics a BSC makeover, there is also their 5th studio album ‘Kentucky’ (2016). Whereas Magic Mountain (2014) was somewhat heavier than its predecessors, ‘Kentucky’ is more versatile and showcases the full spectrum of Black Stone Cherry’s songwriting abilities. Their brand of hard rock is flavoured with southern rock. If you’re into no-holds-barred hard rock with heavy riffs and catchy choruses and you dig the occasional ballad, then Black Stone Cherry will do the trick.
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Plot Summary
This release captures the electrifying live performance of American hard rock band Black Stone Cherry at the Graspop Metal Meeting festival in Dessel, Belgium, in 2018. The concert showcases the band's signature blend of bluesy Southern rock and heavy riffs, delivered with their characteristic high energy. Fans can experience the band at their raw, powerful best, performing a setlist that spans their most popular tracks.
Critical Reception
As a live album, critical reception primarily focuses on the band's performance quality and the audio-visual experience. Black Stone Cherry is widely regarded as a formidable live act, known for their energetic shows and tight musicianship. This recording is generally seen as a strong representation of their concert prowess, capturing the atmosphere of a major festival performance.
What Reviewers Say
The band delivers a high-energy, crowd-pleasing performance.
Captures the raw power and bluesy feel of Black Stone Cherry live.
A solid recording for fans of the band's live shows.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Black Stone Cherry's live performances consistently praise their energetic stage presence and the quality of their sound. Fans often highlight the band's ability to connect with the audience and deliver a set full of anthemic rock songs.
Awards & Accolades
None notable (Live album)
Fun Fact
Graspop Metal Meeting is one of Europe's largest heavy metal festivals, attracting thousands of fans and featuring many of the genre's biggest names, making it a significant stage for any band performing there.
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