ROSS THE BOSS REVIEW
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The legendary Ross The Boss played at The Crowbar on Friday night and they brought us a thunderous night of classic heavy metal.
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Sydney locals Livewire kicked off the night, and they brought their thrashing energy to the stage. As they played, their energetic roughness of bass and hooky guitar riffs and melodies shone through, and they hyped us up and made us want more. Their stage presence was on point, and they ensured the crowd was well and truly warmed up for Night Legion.
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Next up was Night Legion, and they set the tone for the metal onslaught. The impressive Australian power metal band Night Legion, delivered a blistering set of their own. Vo's vocals demanded roars of excitement from the audience, and the Soaring Guitar, heavy drums and gripping bass lines created a thrilling atmosphere that had a grip on you with every hook. Night Legion showed us what they are made of, and they deliver an astounding set every time they play.
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From the moment the lights dimmed and the band took the stage, Ross The Boss kicked off the set with "Blood of the Kings, The Oath and Sign of the Hammer" and the energy in the room was electric. Ross the Boss, was wielding his signature guitar moves, and was joined by the powerful vocals of Marc Lopes, the thunderous bass of Dirk Schlächter, and the earth-shattering drumming of Rhino. This performance was both a nostalgic trip for long-time metal fans and a powerful introduction for newer generations.
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The set continued with "Thor (The Powerhead), Dark Avenger and Blood of My Enemies" and each track was delivered with precision and passion. Marc's vocals were powerful and hit all the high notes with impressive range and power. Dirk's bass lines were both intricate and driving, and provided a solid foundation for Friedman's blistering guitar work, and Rhino's drumming was a force of nature, and the heavy hitting songs captured our metal souls.
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The galloping rhythms continued with "Kings of Metal, Mountains and Black Wind, Fire and Steel" and the crowd erupted to each song as the fans were headbanging and singing along. As Ross played, he displayed his guitar work and gave us a masterclass in heavy metal shredding, and he showcased his technical prowess and melodic sensibility.
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The set continued with "Guyana, All Men Play on 10, Secret of Steel and Battle Hymn" and the atmosphere was incredible. The small, intimate setting of the Crowbar amplified the energy, and created a truly immersive experience. The band members clearly fed off the crowd's enthusiasm, and they delivered a performance that felt both powerful and personal.
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As the set concluded with "Fighting the World, Kill With Power and Hail and Kill", the power of sheer thrash metal ran through our veins and brought us to life, and the Heavy Riffs, Catchy Melodies, and striking vocals brought raw sound that blew your mind.
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Ross the Boss brought a powerful and authentic celebration of classic heavy metal, delivered by professionals who clearly love what they do. Ross the Boss delivered a must-see concert, and proved that the spirit of metal is still alive and kicking. The energy, the musicianship, and the sheer volume made for a truly unforgettable night in Sydney.