Manowar finally brought their new Crushing The Enemies Of Metal to Curitiba. The performance took place on Wednesday, November 20th, at Live Curitiba. Without an opening band, the event was organized by the production company Rider2 . Doors opened at 7:20 PM, and the show, initially scheduled for 9 PM, started late.
The quiet night and the holiday helped fans arrive without problems. Many came from other states, such as São Paulo and Santa Catarina, further increasing the anticipation in the atmosphere. The organization kept the lines under control, and the venue quickly filled up, with band t-shirts predominating in the crowd.
Looking forward to Manowar.
Around 8:40 PM, lights and movement on stage indicated the start of the show, but a rumor circulated that bassist Joey De Maio was unwell. The band only took the stage at 9:45 PM, frustrating part of the audience who were at the barrier in front of the stage, but the delay was quickly forgotten when the first notes echoed.
The show was impressive. With impeccable sound and lighting, vocalist Eric Adams displayed contagious charisma. Drummer Dave Chedrick shone, while guitarist Michael Angelo Batio captivated the audience with poses and constant interaction. The drum kit, positioned further forward, created a unique visual composition on stage.
Also for the reason mentioned above, it was a shame that the photographers weren't in the pit, because the show was aesthetically a feast for the eyes.
Fortunately, the show included some classics, such as "Warriors of the World United," "Brothers of Metal," and "Fight Until We Die." These were memorable moments, including fans making the symbolic hand gesture, joining the musicians in a moving scene. Although the highlight for most in attendance was "Fighting the World," some of the band's gems were missing.
Despite the energy of the crowd and the vibrant performance, the ending left something to be desired. At 11 PM, the lights came on, but the traditional encore didn't happen. The band left without formal farewells, confusing those present. Even so, the show was memorable and reinforced Manowar's legendary status.
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