And thus, the Babyklok Tour has ended.
After almost two months and over two dozen shows later, BABYMETAL and Dethklok have gone from coast to coast and then some.
Xandria, Battle Beast, and Kamelot. What a show. If I have to say something, it's that it's been too damn long. I had forgotten just how good these bands are, especially live. Kamelot and Battle Beast were last in San Francisco back in 2019. For Xandria, 2017, and for this current lineup, it is the first time ever.
Read more: Kamelot/Battle Beast/Xandria - The Awakening Tour in San Francisco
It's been a good last two days. I've just returned from Los Angeles after catching NEMOPHILA's show at the Echoplex for their Seize the Fate tour. The day prior, I also attended the San Francisco show at the Great American Music Hall. I spent just over a day in Los Angeles before heading home, and here I am, typing away. I very rarely do a back-to-back sprint during the same tour but in my opinion, NEMOPHILA is worth it.
Read more: NEMOPHILA Concert Report March 2023 - San Francisco and Los Angeles
So, this was a night of firsts.
First time for me at the Fox Theater. First time for me to see Epica. First time for one of my friends and concert buddies to see both Epica and Sabaton. Not to mention, the first time I'm seeing Sabaton after a dreadful last two years. The pandemic has not been kind to live concerts, and I've seen many a tour be canceled, postponed, or cut short early. It was a good night. I've always wanted to see Epica, and Sabaton is one of my go-to bands time after time. This show was a natural choice for me.
Read more: Report: Epica and Sabaton: The Tour to End All Tours, Bay Area Edition
ATARASHII GAKKO! took the stage once again in California, this time at Crunchyroll Expo. This marks the third time they have performed in America.
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