Beartooth @ The Borderline 16/09/14

Beartooth @ The Borderline 16/09/14

 Beartooth are a band formed by former vocalist of metalcore band Attack Attack!. Beartooth's debut album was released earlier this year to mostly good reviews. This tour was Beartooth's first appearance in Europe and this show was the first UK date and was sold out in a venue with a capacity of 300 max. Beartooth were supported by English hardcore band Dead Harts (Band Review here) and Metalcore group Climates.

 First band up were Climates. I had heard only one track this band had released and found it too melodic for my taste but nevertheless I was open minded. Climates had a good stage presence and engaged with the crowd well. The venue suited the band well as it was intimate and cozy. Climates had a good following are a definitely not a support band to turn your nose up at. 

 After a short interval Dead Harts were up. Notice that there is no photo for this one, I mosh a bit too had and lost my specs so I was nigh on blind for the rest of the night. Dead Harts open up with pure ferocity and got the crowd going immediately. Band members engaged with the crowd immensely with the member surfing and moshing on more than one occasion. Dead Harts performance felt more like a co headline than a support act. I would recommend seeing this band live, but take off your glasses!

 Beartooth rocked up onto the stage and instantaneously the crowd surged forward. Although not being a huge fan of Beartooth, I have to admit they put on a good show. Beartooth engaged with the crowd well by letting the crowd shout lyrics down the mic and more than encouraging the odd stage dive. Beartooth embraced the London vibe with open arms and the crowd loved it. With the like of the show they put on; I wouldn't be surprised if they return to play bigger venues.

 Overall, Beartooth and co. made for an enjoyable night with a good atmosphere and surprisingly cheap tickets and merch.

A view from the back of the venue

[Side Note] - It's been a while since one of these have been posted but prepare yourself for a surge of live reviews coming your way in the coming months.