I’ve always thought the type of metal exhibited by the likes of Pelican and Isis would probably sit fairly well with your mum and dad. It’s melodic, not too screamy, and avoids lyrics that praise Satan’s unholy greatness. Tours by Cradle of Filth and Dimmu Borgir are unlikely to meet with parental approval. When post-metal bands come to town, however, you can marvel your folks with Isis’ reflections on the philosophies of Jeremy Bentham and Pelican’s musings on the impacts of globalization. “You see dad,” as I explained to my father when he was horrified to learn I was going to see a metal band, “this isn’t just a musical experience, it’s an intellectual experience.” Of course I just wanted to get wasted and hit on the surprisingly attractive women at an Isis concert. But when Pelican tour during May and June in support of their new EP on Southern Lord, Ephemeral, emphasize the educational aspects to your protective mum and dad.
05.16.09 - Tokyo, Japan - Ebisu Liquidroom (Raid World Festival) #
05.19.09 - Austin, TX - Emo's *
05.20.09 - Dallas, TX - Granada Theatre *
05.21.09 - Houston, TX - Meridian *
05.22.09 - Baton Rouge, LA - Spanish Moon *
05.23.09 - Birmingham, AL - Bottletree Cafe *
05.25.09 - Orlando, FL - The Social *
05.26.09 - Gainesville, FL - Common Grounds *
05.27.09 - Jacksonville, FL - Jack Rabbits *
05.28.09 - Atlanta, GA - The Earl *
05.29.09 - Carboro, NC - Cats Cradle *
05.30.09 - Washington, DC - Black Cat *
05.31.09 - Baltimore, MD - Sonar *
06.02.09 - New York, NY - The Fillmore at Irving Plaza *
06.03.09 - Philadelphia, PA - Theater of Living Arts *
06.04.09 - Northampton, MA - Pearl Street *
06.05.09 - Boston, MA - Paradise Rock Club *
06.06.09 - Montreal, QC - The National *
06.07.09 - Toronto, ON - Phoenix Concert Theatre *
06.09.09 - Cleveland Heights, OH - Grog Shop *
06.10.09 - Cincinnati, OH - 20th Century Theatre *
06.11.09 - Detroit, MI - Small’s *
06.12.09 - Chicago, IL - Bottom Lounge *
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* Isis & Tombs
