Exodus is an incredible live band, they usually come across like a power bomb, and explode with each track. This show was no exception. They came, they rocked, and they conquered. Opening with Impact is Imminent set the tone for the evening. It was great to hear this track as it hadn’t been played for years. In fact, there are quite few tracks from that very record that deserve to be revisited. By R.E.M.F. the place went into a frenzy, and bodies were flying. The band kept on pushing with each song, and the crowd just loved them back.
Guitarists, Gary Holt and Lee Altus, are one amazing duo. At this point, their dialog is natural, and filled with energy. The riffing and the soloing were out of control, both of them are so good your head is spinning! The rhythm section was absolutely excellent. Tom Hunting and Jack Gibson provide a deadly bottom end, nothing can get through that. Vocalist, Steve “Zetro” Sousa, adding color and brutality with his unique delivery. Exodus and all of its component are the perfect thrash ensemble!
This was a short performance, but the band made the best of it. They gave the maximum power, and made their time on stage extremely enjoyable. Majority of their set consisted of the classic tracks that everyone wanted to hear, but there were some newer songs from the excellent Persona Non Grata as well.
The show appeared to have been slightly oversold. While there was some room in the upstairs section, you couldn’t move around at ease on the main floor at all. You could barely squeeze in between people, and it was a very uncomfortable feeling. Everyone was having a great time, but if there was any kind of emergency, this could quickly turn into a really bad disaster. Exodus had a great night in Joliet. They came on strong from the first note, and pretty much maintained their momentum until the very end. The band following this set had to work hard to match this type of intensity. Exodus shows no signs of mellowing out or slowing down as the years go by, in fact, they are continuing on their path to absolute domination. Even after four decades, Exodus, still has a lot to say. There were other bands on this bill, but this evening belonged to Exodus!
Mark Kadzielawa
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