FEB. 15TH 2010
THE GREAT REVERSALS
DAMAGES
DIREWOLF
ENDS
Grand Rapids hardcore is on the rise and it’s about time. This is another ripper of a show at the new space THE CAGE. I was late to this because Trent who runs this space is taking no shit from late people so the shows will start on time. I missed the band ENDS I was told they played a good set and have people from the local band LA DISPUTE. I came in right towards the end of the GREAT REVERSALS set. Not only did I walk into a killer set but also about 70 kids watching them. I thought I took a wrong turn on the highway and left GR for a minute. Each time this band plays they get better and more and more intense. This band is 100% hardcore. They are working on a 3 song 7” e.p. so keep your eyes open for that. They will also be playing MICHIGAN MELTDOWN on June 18th in GR at the DAAC cant wait for that one. Next was DIRE WOLF from Ann Arbor. This band also just keeps ripping it up fast and better each time. They play basic HC with a touch of punk and a strong INFEST vibe. Maybe the best set yet from them that I have seen. Up next was DAMAGES the local greats. This band is awesome. I cant say enough about this band they rule, and this show was more of them same from them AWESOME! I heard they have a 7” coming out on a Florida label so I hope that’s true because I cant wait. Shows like this rule, and the excitement happening in west MI these days is awesome. I hope this lasts and I hope kids stay this stoked. We have some the best bands happening right now so keep your eyes open, and get ready for more ripping HC punk shows like this one.
