Amyl and the Sniffers and the Raucous Pen of Pure Punk Rock Energy
It was clear that the night was going to be a wild one.
Gary Alpert
— 3 min read
The crowd last night at Roadrunner, composed of die-hard punk rock enthusiasts, was eager to let loose, and the band wasted no time in delivering.
Amy Taylor, the band's fearless frontwoman, was an absolute force of nature. From the moment she stepped on stage, she commanded the attention of everyone in the room. With her wild, untamed hair and unmistakable swagger, Taylor exuded an aura of rebellion and punk rock authenticity. Her energy was infectious, and she had the audience in the palm of her hand throughout the entire show.
The setlist was a high-octane rollercoaster ride, featuring tracks from their self-titled debut album and the more recent "Comfort to Me." The classics like "Gacked on Anger" and "Got You" had the crowd thrashing and pogoing, while newer tracks like "Hertz" and "Security" showcased the band's evolution without losing any of their punk edge. The raw, unapologetic lyrics and blistering guitar riffs were delivered with ferocity, and it was impossible not to get swept up in the chaos.
Amyl and the Sniffers' connection with their fans was palpable. Taylor constantly engaged with the crowd, whether it was through her intense eye contact or her raucous banter between songs or jumping into the pit to sing up close with fans. The audience reciprocated the love, with mosh pits and crowd-surfing that seemed to be a constant fixture throughout the night.
The band's tight-knit performance was anchored by Declan Martens' relentless guitar work, Bryce Wilson's thunderous drumming, and Gus Romer's pulsating bass lines. They played with a furious intensity, pushing the sonic boundaries of their songs, and the energy they generated was nothing short of electrifying.
Amyl and the Sniffers' performance at Roadrunner Venue in Boston was a punk rock spectacle for the ages. Their high-octane energy, fearless attitude, and connection with the audience made for an unforgettable night of music. If you ever get the chance to catch them live, don't miss it
Set list
1) Control
2) Freaks to the front
3) Capital
4) Security
5) cunt
6) GFY
7) Balaclva Lover Boogie
8) Choices
9) Maggot
10) Shake Ya
11) Snakes
12) Don't Fence Me In
13) Laughing
14) Guided by Angels
15) Hertz
16)Some Nutts
17) Knifey
