CONCERT REVIEW: AVATAR’s Great Metal Circus at Reverb, Reading, PA
- Scott Kucharski
- May 22, 2024
- 2 min read
Swedish rockers brought the Great Metal Circus to Reading, PA for a night of metal mastery.
Swedish death metal maestros AVATAR brought their spectacular Great Metal Circus tour to the Reverb Concert Venue in Reading, PA on May 16th, 2024. Fresh from a series of sold-out European shows, they turned the central PA venue into an electrifying circus, even on a work night.
The atmosphere was palpable as fans, many with faces painted in homage to frontman Johannes Eckerström, began lining up hours before the doors opened. The anticipation was tangible, and the crowd was ready for a night of metal madness.
The evening kicked off with a bang as Oxymorrons,
a rap rock band from Queens, New York, took the stage. Their high-energy set was one of the most invigorating openers of the year, a surprising yet perfect match that sent the audience into a frenzy. By the time AVATAR was ready to perform, the venue was a sweaty, pulsating mass of circus-goers.
When AVATAR hit the stage, they brought an arena-level light show to the intimate club setting, creating a mesmerizing visual experience. Having previously performed in the area as openers for Ice Nine Kills at Santander Arena, this night showcased their full headlining prowess. Eckerström, in his sinister clown persona, was a captivating presence. His unpredictable antics, including a mid-show trip to the bar to tie balloon animals and play the trombone during their hit "Puppet Show," kept the audience spellbound.
Midway through the set, Eckerström paused to address the crowd, sharing that this performance was special as it marked the final show for their current stage setup. He revealed that the band would head to Ohio for the Sonic Temple festival next and hinted at a return to the U.S. in late summer for a few yet-to-be-announced opening sets. Afterward, they plan to head back home to write and record their next album before bringing their metal circus back on the road.
For fans of AVATAR's unique blend of theatricality and metal, the anticipation for their next act can't come fast enough. Be sure to catch them on their upcoming summer dates and stay updated with the latest news at [avatarmetal.com](https://avatarmetal.com/).
In summary, AVATAR's show at Reverb was nothing short of spectacular—a blend of musical excellence and theatrical wonder that left fans eagerly awaiting the next installment of their metal circus.
For full photo galleries from the night click HERE:
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