Live Review : Kamelot + Ad Infinitum + Blackbriar + Frozen Crown @ O2 Ritz, Manchester on November 3rd 2024

The Ritz is hosting progressive symphonic titans Kamelot tonight, alongside a host of bands promising to deliver an evening of mystic allure. It’s a hefty four band bill, and Frozen Crown took the stage first, and with a formidable presence. Unleashing a torrent of epic soundscapes that seamlessly blended heavy metal with soaring melodies. This Italian power metal band is helmed by lead vocalist, Giada ‘Jade’ Etro, showcasing her range and charisma, effortlessly belting out powerful ethereal high notes, accompanied by virtuoso guitarist turned vocalist Federico Mondelli.

Gig ReviewAuthor : Liv Winter5 November 2024O2 RitzKamelot, Ad Infinitum, Blackbriar, Frozen Crown, O2 Ritz, Manchester, 2024, Live Review, Olivia Winter, Ryan HicksonComment

Live Review : Beyond The Black + Butcher Babies + Ad Infinitum @ O2 Ritz, Manchester on October 11th 2022

Unfortunately tonight’s advertised headliners Amaranthe have had to pull out due to illness, but the other 3 bands on the bill will continue and play extended sets. Refunds were available, but with it being so last-minute the Ritz is still heaving so I guess that a lot of people decided to just make the best of it.

We start with Ad Infinitum, a female-fronted power metal band with clean vocals but a lot of echo on them. There are podiums on stage and they make full use of them for a bit of posing and shape-throwing.

Gig ReviewAuthor : Jo Crosby16 October 2022O2 RitzBeyond The Black, Butcher Babies, Ad Infinitum, O2 Ritz, Manchester, 2022, Live Review, Jo Crosby, Ryan HicksonComment