Wow where to start ... both nights were absolutely incredible, having seen Iron Maiden before i knew what to expect with visuals and top notch playing meaning their performance at these two shows in London would be incredible.
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5th August: Dragonforce: DF hit the stage with a meagre crowd barely filling the first half of the O2. Give them their credit they put on a reasonable show but it was littered with mistakes, however it was a great opportunity for them to show off their new vocalist who did his best to get the crowd going. The set finished with the infamous "Through The Fire and The Flames" which got a warm response. Overall a decent performance from DF but, far too repetitive and irritating. 6/10
6th August: Trivium: Trying to do this review without being biased is very hard as i am very much a "Trivium fan boy" however bias aside the performance that they put on was incredible. Flying in from the States for Wacken Open Air and the O2 the day after then to rejoin the Mayhem tour back in the US for Tuesday 9th it was clear from meeting bassist Paolo earlier that they were all completely shattered! This was not the case when they took to the stage at the O2. Showing off new songs from "In Waves" (Out Now!!!), the band romped through their set playing classics (as well) such as "Pull Harder On The Strings Of Your Martyr" and "Like Light To The Flies". Trivium had a far bigger crowd than DF did the night before and their performance showed why, they were impeccable. Trivium are a band not to be missed if in your area so go and check them out! 9/10
Iron Maiden: The first night I was seated the second night I was at the barrier so I can give you both perspectives. Where I was sat you could see everything going on with out the need for screens so as the atmosphere built up during "Satelite 15" the crowd was on edge for the band to hit the stage and play "The Final Frontier"! As the crowd surged forward the band fed off their energy! Time flew by with hits like "2 Minutes To Midnight" and modern classic's such as "Dance of Death" and "The Wickerman". Visually the show was stunning a fantastic light show, awesome back drops and two appearances of Eddie. The shows slowed only for two brief moments while Bruce explained the tour and the dedication "Blood Brothers"to the victims of the Nowegian tragedy + to convert us all to Jedi. All in all the show was fantastic, the band were in harmony together and their unity reflected with a stunning performance! To end a tour like this only begs the question "Will they return?". Yes! Iron Maiden's gonna get all of you! 10/10
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