Monday, July 14, 2008

Moria's last show round 2

The abruptness of the last Moria show left the fans and the band wanting a real, proper way to end the band. I was split on it because I love the band, but I also believe in the absoluteness behind the words "last show". Still, I met up with Steve Dean and off we went.

Admittingly, I was outside for most of the bands. No Truce did an amazing set and got a lot of people going. The Wrath was great too; they covered AM/PM by American Nightmare. I saw a lot of new kids, and held back from scoffing at how they move because once upon a time I was just like them.

Moria came on and started the set with a couple old songs off the first demo. They switched around members for various songs, almost like giving the crowd every era of the band. I stood back a good portion of the set, just watching the insanity build and crash. It's truly a site to behold when a band means so much to a crowd that they have to be on stage screaming along. Then, it finally happened: they played their last song. Everything good thing has a beginning and an end, and it finally did.

BUT WAIT, THERE WAS AN ENCORE! After years upon years of asking, they played it. Yes, they played MAYBE IN DEATH YOU WILL UNDERSTAND. Sopo called for a shirts off, and a bunch of us obliged. I dont think I've gone that crazy for a song in my life.

Moria went out with a colossal bang surrounded by fans and friends. I'm glad this 2nd show happened because it was a proper send off for the band. I'm glad this happened. I'm proud to say I've followed this band from beginning to end, and made amazing friends in the process. Thank you Moria for all the great times.

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