The Interrupters + The Bluebeaters (Milan, 20/06/23) – Punkadeka

Here’s an example of how to turn an anonymous Tuesday of June into the best possible way: Second Night interruptersThe now-famous Hellcat Records ska-punk icon, for a completely sold-out concert at Alcatraz in Milan.

It starts at full speed around 20:30, probably straight from work, with the legend the bluebeaters and their ska/rocksteady mix, which got (already many) attendees on their feet. Among those who wanted to wait for the headliners on the balconies and in the first rows, the evening warms up and the Milanese band plays a copious hour between historical pieces, newcomers and unexpectedly adapted covers (such as Toxic by Britney Spears). I never saw them alone or with Giuliano Palma, I think they are unforgettable for fans of the genre or for an evening of carefree-ska. Sure, you gotta love this thing here (I’m talkin’ dudes who hate trumpets).

A moment of quietness and the stage is all set for Amy and her disruptors! For this concert the organization has chosen Alcatraz’s second stage, which makes the hall a bit awkward, oriented more horizontally than vertically (plus full in every corner, okay), but there are some advantages: Proximity The internship is really short! What a great way to experience this band, which until recently we’ve only been able to see in festival settings.

It’s a great start with one of the most iconic pieces take back the power and continue title holder And white noise. In terms of lineup, the band strikes a very honest balance between essential historical pieces (such as he and his family were arrested) and many more from the new album in forest.
As a non-enthusiast of the latest work, I find myself admitting that live renditions of these pieces (such as raised by wolves and in the mirror) Remarkably, the band is almost taken by surprise when the singalong begins on this second part.
I got discouraged for a moment because after only one piece I can’t photograph the band due to a technical problem (my flagship is apparently giving up on me after 12 years of honorable service under the stage) and the canonical 3 pieces After get out of here I get the band and I’ll enjoy the concert.

In general, this has always seemed like a band to me that is genuinely passionate about their work and deeply grateful for where they are. I say this because, among many other things “we love you all”At one point everything stopped to say something and interact with the audience.
Kevin, the Bivona guitarist, takes a moment to remember his history in Our Country: He remembers when he opened for Bad Religion, when he did it for Green Day, but his first real gig at Decibel in Magenta. There was also a date. Today, he says, is the first proper headline date without attending any festivities or opening ceremonies – and he’s very happy about it. He asks who was there, who has come from far away, who is attending his live for the first time and assures us: “I swear we will not take any of this lightly. a thousand thanks!”

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I realize this band is not for all tastes and that ostentatious gratitude may be ostentatious, personally I think they’ve made a great stride, certainly have gotten along but deserve and approach full authenticity are with. look at the time dedicated to shaking everyone’s hand at the end of the concert or trying to give the playlist to as many people as possible, trivially…not to mention that every time they go live they have a There are guarantees.

Having said that, no one is spared on stage and especially Amy, always impeccable and on the verge of exploding, she gives us a lot in pieces. In this show, he must have burnt at least 3000 kilo calories.