Although these sludge-rock gods make it look fucking easy, the boys put in work. In an earlier post, Cavity’s self-described guitar-slinger Andy McLees mentioned “100 hours of practice“ with the band, and 100 more at home. I’m inclined to believe it, as from top-to-bottom Cavity A.D. fucking wrecked.
Allapattah’s Las Rosas was full of bobbing heads as singer and seasoned pelvic-thruster, Rene Barge, pelted out vocal gifts while also being an incredibly interesting performer to watch. He is now one of my favorite vocalists, upon very first exposure, and in saying any less, I would be remiss.
Barge is met by founding member and bassist Daniel Gorostiaga and members Ed Matus, Brian Adams and the aforementioned McLees who come together transformer-style to create an ufuckwithable musical Decepticon.
The band, readily belting out measured metal in impressively timed velvet strands, leaves no listener unimpressed. So beautifully pieced together and precise, Cavity A.D. is nothing short of masterful.
First formed in 1992 the Miami locals reformed in 2015 after a long hiatus. Then adding members McLees and Adams while also re-branding themselves from the original Cavity to the same, postmortem.
Known for their cult following, which showed face, the band has clearly earned its position at the top of any list detailing dominating sludge royalty.
As a first-time Cavity listener (some-fucking-how), I was pinioned by the consideration that I would now be faced with the seemingly insurmountable task of recounting them to you.
I’ve decided, though, that I am hardly worthy of that honor and would love for you to let the music speak for itself. You can listen here on their Bandcamp.
Enjoy it and don’t miss the chance, if you have the opportunity, to see them live. Upcoming tour dates are available on their Facebook page and if you do see them, tell them a fangirling Bateman sent you.
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