Review: Alexisonfire performs Crisis in full.

Photos and Review by: Edward After Buffalo

Buffalo, NY - Located on the shores of Lake Erie at Buffalo’s Outer Harbor Live Terminal B hosted Alexisonfire as they celebrated Crisis by performing the record in full for an unforgettable evening. The only US show announced as of this date with support from Underoath, Snapcase, and Spaced.

The night kicked off with new Buffalo Hardcore band Spaced setting the tone for the evening. Getting the crowd moving with their energetic style and 90’s inspired hardcore. Next up was Buffalo Hardcore legends Snapcase. Covering a number of songs from their discography reminding everyone why they are held in high regard as one of the most important Buffalo Hardcore bands. During their set the band took a moment to acknowledge the recent passing of Lou Koller of Sick of It All and the impact he has on so many bands and people before performing a Sick of It All cover. Underoath then took the stage bringing their heavy sounds and melodic choruses continuing to amp up the crowd. Closing out their set with fan favorite “A Boy Brushed Red Living in Black and White”

Shortly after 9:00 pm, Alexisonfire took the stage to an eager crowd. Kicking off with opening tracks “Drunks, Lover’s, Sinners, and Saints” and “This Could be Anywhere In The World.” They brought high energy, melodic vocals, and a crisp sound. Dallas Green’s incredible voice continues to be a highlight of their performances. It was apparent the band’s electric energy still vibrates the crowd as fans were singing along, moshing, hitting beach balls, and crowd surfing.

Highlights included the performance of “Boiled Frogs” and album closer “Rough Hands” which the band played in front of beautiful moon display on the video board matching the feel of the song. They played through the record with minimal breaks pausing briefly to share heartfelt anecdotes of their time spent in Buffalo throughout the years. Alexisonfire then returned to stage to perform several of their hits including “Accidents” with fans singing along and closing out with “Young Cardinals."

The evening felt like just not a celebration of the record but also the region. Hearing the band share stories of their time in the city, merch designs paying homage to the Buffalo Bills, video footage from the Blizzard of ‘77, and their gratitude for the city and its people. The band is set perform Crisis at two more shows in Toronto on August 14th and 15th at the RBC Amphitheatre.

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