Acid Bath, the iconic sludge metal band, made a triumphant return to the stage after 28 years, reuniting for their first show since 1997. The band's long-awaited comeback came to fruition at the Fillmore in New Orleans, featuring lead singer Dax Riggs and guitarists Sammy ‘Pierre’ Duet and Mike Sanchez, alongside drummer Zack Simmons and bassist Alex Bergeron. The absence of founding keyboardist Tommy Viator, who passed away last year, was deeply felt.
The reunion show, which took place exactly 28 years after their last performance, showcased tracks from their acclaimed albums 'When The Kite String Pops' and 'Paegan Terrorism Tactics'. Notably, the band performed 'Dead Girl' live for the first time and dedicated 'Scream Of The Butterfly' to their late bassist Audie Pitre, who tragically died in 1997.
Following their Fillmore gig, Acid Bath is set to grace several festival stages this summer, including appearances at Welcome to Rockville in Florida, Inkcarceration in Ohio, and Louder Than Life in Kentucky. The band's enduring influence on the metal scene is evident as they continue to captivate audiences with their raw and intense performances.
Established in 1991, Acid Bath released two seminal albums during their initial run before disbanding in 1997 due to a tragic car accident that claimed the lives of bassist Audie Pitre and his parents. Despite the band's untimely end, their music has left a lasting impact on the metal genre, solidifying their status as legends in the sludge metal community.
As fans eagerly anticipate Acid Bath's upcoming festival appearances, the band's reunion serves as a poignant reminder of their enduring legacy and the timeless power of their music. With a blend of haunting melodies and ferocious energy, Acid Bath continues to reignite the flame of their iconic sound, drawing in both longtime devotees and new listeners alike.
