The Bunny, The Bear featuring Stand Abandoned, Loveboxx & Wasted Reject
Earlier this year, The Bunny The Bear announced that they would be going on tour with A Skylit Drive for the 15 Years of Adelphia Tour Part 1. They have also scheduled shows around the country, including in their hometown of Buffalo. This show is bound to be extra special for them since Buffalo is their hometown. The lineup includes bands native to Buffalo, NY, except for Stand Abandoned. Don't miss the exciting performances from The Bunny The Bear, Stand Abandoned, Loveboxx, and Wasted Reject, a local band, will be opening the show for these performers. As we drove up to the venue, we could see a small line starting to form with fans ready to get into The Rec Room. As we walked into the venue, I was surprised to see that the stage layout was completely different than most venues. Since it's more of a club show, I enjoyed the environment of it being more of an intimate show.
Wasted Reject is a solo act from Buffalo, NY. Samuel made his debut back in 2020. His mission is to create music that means something to his fans. He delves into serious topics such as dread, isolation, addiction, and more. During a performance, his wife and friends showed their full support by coming up to the front of the room. I enjoyed some of his music, particularly the song "Call Back." During the performance, Wasted Reject encouraged the crowd to participate, and each time he sang "give me a call back," the fans would scream it back to him. His music stands out from the rest of the bands on the lineup in a good way.
Loveboxx is a four-piece hardcore band from the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. This talented group of musicians is known for their high-energy performances and emotionally evocative songs that span across various genres, including punk, metal, and rock. Their music is a unique blend of heavy riffs, driving beats, and raw vocals that create a powerful and intense sound. Their lyrics are deeply personal and thought-provoking, often touching on themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. Despite their relatively short time together, Loveboxx has already made a name for themselves in the local music scene, playing at various venues and festivals across the city. They have played with Adelias Way, The 69 Eyes, The Dead Deads & many more. I recently discovered Loveboxx, a band I'm adding to my must-listen playlist. They remind me of the band Heart, but even heavier. Mary M. Fantrazzo is the lead singer, and her voice blends perfectly with the instrumental backup. They kicked off their set with “P.S. I Hate You,” which interestingly enough is their number one track on Spotify. The band brought a lot of energy to the room, being playful and rocking out hard. Mary even made a joke before playing their last song, "DAVE," saying it was about their merch guy, which I found funny.
If you're a fan of Heavy Metalcore, then you need to check out Stand Abandoned! Hailing from New Hampshire, this band is making waves with their intense sound and captivating performances. This year, Stand Abandoned announced that they will be going on their first-ever tour! It's an exciting time for the band and their fans alike as they get ready to hit the road and bring their electrifying music to audiences nationwide. This band played with passion. You could see it on all of their faces. Before the set started, they were talking to a few fans, letting them know that we would be in for a treat, because they would be playing some new songs: "Skin Walker" & "Corruption". They were right. The mosh pit had more people in it and they were having fun doing the two-step to the beat of the music.
The Bunny the Bear is an American post-hardcore band that hails from Buffalo, New York. The band is famous for its diverse style of post-hardcore, which is influenced by a range of rock and electronic music sub-genres. These include, metalcore, experimental rock, alternative rock. In 2008, an electrifying duo emerged onto the music scene - The Bunny the Bear! Led by the enigmatic Matthew Tybor, aka "The Bunny", this group has taken the world by storm with their unique persona and mesmerizing performances. And who could forget Chris Hutka, aka "The Bear", who always dons a mighty bear mask? (RIP to Chris Hatka). The Bear's mask has become a staple, even with the ever-changing lineup of talented clean vocalists. I was taken by surprise when I blinked and saw the room suddenly filled with The Bunny, The Bear's friends and family. Matthew's wife, Brooke, joined him on stage and they performed together. Throughout the set, Matthew would give her kisses. Although Brooke initially wore their signature mask, she took it off almost immediately. Matthew was full of energy, jumping on and off the stage multiple times to interact with his family and friends. The band's outfits were well-coordinated as well. Both the guitarist and drummer wore matching black clothes with a grungy look. It seemed that their outfits also suited their styles. As my husband and I were leaving, we could hear the crowd chanting for an encore: “One more song!”
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