Nov 03 2007
Post-MCD Show #1
As always, Murder City Devils delivered a whiskey-soaked good time. I had an interesting view – from above and off to the side of the stage. I could see everything from a birds-eye view, including the dude who got thrown out, slammed into a van, then repeatedly got his ass kicked every time he tried to jump the fence. Also the flood of people around me falling off chairs, landing on their heads, getting tossed around. MCD shows tend to be a little violent, this was no exception.
Awesome new merch – I spent a fortune and it’s worth every penny. This band knows how to deliver, both sonically and visually. I’ve always likened them to the Misfits in this way – with MCD you don’t just get music, you get a vision, a vibe, and a complete package. For you up-and-coming bands looking to learn about branding and image, this is one band you could learn a lot from.
Part of this goes to Nate Manny. He is both one of the guitarists in the band as well as an amazing graphic artist that is responsible for much of the band’s visual elements. I like his work so much I hired him to do all the logos and branding for my marketing company. I really respect his vision and ability to take all mediums into consideration. Once again, you bands should be paying attention.
Show number two tomorrow, as well as those two Cave Singers shows, Poison Idea, Against Me!, Riverboat Gamblers, and a ton more.
