A Textbook Tragedy: Joiners

Last Tuesday, Canadian rockers A Textbook Tragedy performed at The Joiners Arms, Southampton. The Hardcore outfit delivered a great show. With intricate, ear-pleasing metal riffs and heavy guitars, mixed with catchy melodies played perfectly, the night was superb.

The guys very much looked the part and were well fronted, with a well-built singer and guitarist driving the aggression in the music; they literally had the audience eating out of the palm of their hands. The fans relished in this anger, creating an intense and intimate atmosphere. The fact that these guys looked the part and could play their instruments well leaves very little room for criticism.

The band had a very clear following as people piled to the front to get in on the action as soon as they hit the stage. And, with much of the crowed singing the lyrics back to the band, it was clear who they had come to see.

Anyone who likes their hardcore must catch these guys when they next tour. Musically, A Textbook Tragedy are as good as any other band out there of the same genre; all of the members are clear musicians and great showman. All in all, a five star performance.