Godsmack

Godsmack: Hard hitting yet hypnotic Many casual listeners/concert goers would chalk this amazing band up to an Alice in Chains clone, but nothing could be further from the truth. True that the sludgy grunge infused sound is reminiscent of such, but Godsmack took it one step further toward the end of the '90's, updating the sound and putting an industrial/nu metal spin on it all their own. One could call it looking back while looking ahead simultaneously; namely transitional as there are turbulent and sludge passages with a modern sound fused with a trippy, hypnotic undercurrent. From Pantera to Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin, and almost everyone in between, Godsmack's list of influences runs nearly the full gamut as evidenced both in concert and on the record. A true highlight of many performances of theirs I have seen and heard entails a dueling drumming interlude between skins man Shannon Larking and multi-instrumental front man Sully Erna, the latter of whose main instrument was once drums as well. Guitarist Tony Rombola and bassist Robbie Merrill bring heaviness and hard hitting riffs of their own to the table as well which make for a mix of both raucousness and meditativeness, sometimes in separate instances, and other times simultaneously combining them! For me also, the crowning touch the last concert we attended in 2012 was winning our way in to the show complete with a catered lunch and a chance to meet the group with a photo op and signing all included. They were very kind to us and as always were firing on all cylinders once they hit the stage. Kudos to them all the way!

Godsmack, the alt-metal rock band has been touring and recording for twenty years and although it has been a number of years since they performed in London, they left their impression on the crowd. Assured that they have always been a traditional rock band, the stage set up is sparse and the lighting minimal as the group allow themselves and even more importantly the music to take centre stage.

Taking influence from the likes of Alice in Chains and Led Zepplin, the band had a lot of work to do to match the stature of their claims. Luckily from the moment they swagger onstage to the sound of AC/DC's 'For Those About To Rock (We Salute You)'. The crowd knows they are in for one hell of a show as the blistering riffs of 'Straight Out of Line' begins and the band tear apart four of their most early tracks in quick succession.

It does not take lead vocalist Sully Erna to dismiss his tee and play the rest of the show half nude. The crowd cheers him on and he aggressively commands the audience during songs such as 'Voodoo' and 'Whatever'. There is no doubt Godsmack are a genuine rock act, no gimmicks or games, just great music.

Godsmack show was very excellent , I saw them a couple of times before they always performed good shows , but this time I bought VIP Unforgettable Package to meet & greet .
I have experienced before with VIP tickets like Paul Stanley , Accept ,UDO ,Dee Snider , Black Label Society , Dream Theater & etc, they all signed stuff without any problem but this time I spend maybe 10 seconds with Godsmack guys when the lady photographer made the picture , then the security people forced us to leave & this was the end meet & greet. Godsmack treated their fans very bad and I was really disappointed because I spent so much money and wasn't able to get anything signed. Also, I want to say about the lady photographer, because I looked through the gallery of pictures and Tony and Robbie were cut off in nearly all of the pictures which is absurd since they are important to. Either please tell her to learn how to take professional pictures or get someone else to replace her right away.

Godsmack in Grey Hall Christiania Copemhagen.

It was my first time to see Godsmack and it turned out that it was 20 years ago, that they last entered a stage in Denmark.
It was also my first time in The Grey Hall, so I was a bit exited about everything.

Franklin Zoo was support and they did a hell of a good job... Great band.

Godsmack entered the stage and they all looked like they enjoyed them selves and that quickly merged to the audience, the more the band played, the bigger a party the audience had.

The Double drumkit drum solo was magnificient and the 2 cover version "Come Together" & "Highway To Hell" was just performed perfect.

All in all this was a great concert and I will be among the audince, next time Godsmack comes to Denmark

My husband and I enjoyed the show very much. There were a few sound technical issues that are not noticeable to an untrained ear like the lead vocalist being slightly out of sink with the track playing. But each bands performance was incredibly entertaining, especially Red Sun Rising. The engry was high and we managed to get a free seat upgrade for showing up early to the venue. We were very happy with our experiences. And we were very happy to get free autographs from Red Sun Rising during the setup for Godsmack. It has been a dream come true to experience Godsmack LIVE!!

Godsmack -the Iband-was fantastic as usual. I've seen them so many times.This time..after paying 264$...I got stuck behind a huge speaker and couldn't see them. I was horrified. The staff wouldn't let me change to a better seat and we weren't able to exit the row as we were literally corralled in by metal bars. I'm thinking henious Firecode violations but whatever..Pensacola Bay Arena TANKED for this show..Ive been to a gazillion concerts (1000+)and this was one of my worst. Paid all that money and it was a bust.

Love Godsmack! They sounded great and put on a great show with the short time they had.
The venue was terrible, 1st time there. Went to celebrate my birthday. Should have waited until they were closer at Camden NJ or Montage PA.
Pass along a great venue in PA - Penns Peak in JimThorpe, my favorite place and about 1-1/2 to 2 hrs away. A very quaint little town with nice people.
Didn’t like Jiffy Lube Live at all.

Most fun I have had at a concert in a long time. Godsmack played a great show, excellent stage presence and involved the audience. I love how un-politically correct Sully is.
I have liked Godsmack but not as my go to Band, but after last night I think it will be,even bought a shirt.
Best band of the night, blew everyone off the stage.
If and when they come back I'll be there.

Thank you Godsmack!!!

Where do I begin!!!!??? Seeing Godsmack has been on my bucket list, and for good reason!! They were sensational! I was on my feet, from the moment the curtain went up, till the last note played. They were everything I expected, and so much more!! I hope this first experience isn’t my last. I absolutely loved them!!!!!!

Wow what a great show. It was my first time to see Godsmack and I wasnt disappointed. I can't wait to see them again hopefully not at an outside venue but it was well worth suffering in the heat. They sound great live. Shinedown was the main reason I went but will definitely be looking forward to see more Godsmack.