The venue used to be a bowling alley, and the stage was set up where the pins would normally be. I got there in time to hear the first opening act, Sin City Escape, and catch up with a few friends. The next act was another local act, power-pop rockers City of the Weak.
I hadn't heard the third opener, Through Fire, live since winter, but it was good to hear their songs from their debut album. After their set, I picked up a copy of their new album, had the guys sign the CD for me, and chat with them for a bit.
I was really looking forward to hearing the final opener Failure Anthem for the first time in concert. I've been enjoying their album, and it was great to finally hear some of their songs live. I also took the opportunity to talk with the band members after the show and get a photo with them.
Finally, it was time for Nonpoint to take the stage. I had a perfect spot, right in front of guitarist BC Kochmit. The band played about a dozen hits and songs from their new album The Poison Red. After they closed with the hits "In the Air Tonight" and "Bullet (With a Name)," I wandered over to their merch table and had them sign the CD booklet for their new disc that I had just purchased a few hours earlier.
I made my way home on a rainy early Thursday morning happy to have enjoyed some great live music with great friends. Next show will be different: my first trip to Iowa in many years for the first annual Locofest. Until then, have a great week, everyone!
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