KNOCKED LOOSE / HATEBREED / DRAIN / MILITARY GUN – LIVE
By Mia Palazzo
November 09, 2024 – Saturday night at the Toyota Oakdale Theater was nothing but hardcore heaven, with Hit LooseHatebreed, Drain and Militarie Gun delivering a relentless night of high energy performances that left Wallingford reeling. The night was filled with ferocious riffs, intense audience participation and a lineup that showcased both the legends and the future of hard rock.
Military weapon opened the night with a powerful set, featuring tracks like “Pressure Cooker” and fan favorites “Ain't No Flowers” and “Let Me Be Normal.” Their blend of catchy yet emotionally heavy music has been a recipe for rapid growth in 2024, and their performance at Oakdale showed exactly why they're on the rise. The first crowd was fully engaged, jumping on every track and the energy from Militarie Gun set the tone for a night full of raw emotion and unfiltered intensity.
It was next Channelwho brought their distinctive West Coast flavor to Connecticut. Opening with “Feel the Pressure” and leading into tracks like “Watch You Burn” and “Living Proof,” Drain didn't hold back. This was one of the most chaotic shows I've ever seen, with the singer jumping into the crowd during the first song and throwing the mic into the pit multiple times for the fans to sing along to.
The crowd surfers during this set were also quite remarkable as there was a constant stream of people rushing over the barricade throughout the set. Their last song, “California Cursed,” was a standout moment, with the now infamous flying mic that had the crowd at the front on alert. Frontman Sammy Ciaramitaro's relentless energy fueled a chaotic mosh pit, and by the end of their set, Drain had undoubtedly converted some new fans on the East Coast.
Hate racethe hard-hitting Connecticut veterans, followed with a set that felt like a hometown celebration. The crowd packed tight for his performance, singing along to classics like 'Before Dishonor', 'Destroy Everything' and the anthemic closer, 'I Will Be Heard'. Celebrating 30 years as a band, Hatebreed wowed long-time fans and younger die-hards alike, creating an electric atmosphere. The fans were cheering and hollering with every word singer Jamey Jasta sang and created one of the largest pits I've seen at any Connecticut show to date. The venue was packed with Hatebreed jerseys and t-shirts and the local love was evident as they delivered a tight, high energy set that reminded everyone why they remain a staple in the hardcore scene.
Finally, Hit Loose took the stage and the energy reached a level I didn't even know was possible for this venue. The set, with moss-covered trees and microphone stands and a towering cross inspired by their recent album, added an ominous backdrop to their performance. Opening with “Thirst” and diving into tracks like “Mistakes Like Fractures” and “God Knows”, Hit Loose he held nothing back.
The crowd was relentless and fan favorites like “Billy No Mates” and “Counting Worms” brought waves of crowd surfers and relentless drive. Notably, their wall of death during “Everything is Quiet Now” erupted the entire Toyota Oakdale Dome Theater into an elaborate mosh pit most metal acts could only dream of. Their Grammy-nominated song 'Suffocate' added a touch of prestige to the evening, proving their influence not only on the hardcore but also on the wider metal scene. The night closed with 'Sit & Mourn', leaving the crowd drained yet full of adrenaline, a perfect end to an unforgettable hardcore showcase.
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