On November 28th, 2023, From Ashes to New brought their Blackout Tour to The
Vogue in Indianapolis, Indiana, with support from Ekoh, Catch Your Breath, and the
Word Alive. As soon as this tour was announced, it became one of my most anticipated
shows of the year, and for good reason. Each band put on a dynamic performance that
was impossible to look away from. The lineup of performers was one of the best and
most cohesive I've seen this year, so if you haven't had a chance to catch this tour, I
can't recommend it enough.
I've seen From Ashes to New open previously, so I was excited to see what they would
do as a headliner, and they did not disappoint! They put on an engaging performance
with an enthralling light show and an intricate stage set up. With large platforms for the
band members to maneuver on and around, and LED screens to enhance the show
with fun visuals, the whole production was one of high quality that kept the audience
immersed in the entire set. Additionally, the sound mixing was excellently done. Not
only did all of the instruments come across clearly, but both vocalists could also be
heard without any muffling, which is always an impressive feat.
From Ashes to New played a set of sixteen songs, starting with “Armageddon,” a song
off their new album, "Blackout," and closing with the iconic "Through it All." The band
was not only dedicated to giving a top-notch performance, but they also made sure to
add in moments of humor. Vocalists Matt Brandyberry and Danny Case had the most
entertaining banter throughout the show. At one point, they separated the crowd into
two sections to see which one could cheer the loudest, and what would normally be a
fun game at any other show, was turned into one of immense amusement as they tried
to get members from the opposite side to join their team instead. It was impossible not
to laugh while watching the two interact. This was just one moment out of several that
showcased the band's humorous nature, and I'm glad they included these moments,
because it made an already incredible performance feel that much more genuine.
Other great parts of the show were the small speeches Matt and Danny gave between a
few of the songs talking about their personal lives and how far the band has come. They
also made sure to thank the crowd and their fans for getting them to this point in their
careers. By doing so, they added a feeling of connection between the band and the
crowd, especially when Matt expressed how everyone is welcome at a From Ashes to
New show, and that everyone is like a family. These speeches also made it seem like
anything is possible for anyone, and combined with the inspirational themes in their
songs, it was difficult to leave the show feeling anything but encouraged.
From Ashes to New has really grown and evolved as a band, and it's so exciting to see
their hard work paying off in the success of their shows. Every moment of their
performance was engaging and filled with energy, and I'm so glad I had the chance to
see it.
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