I heard something downstairs

AFter two nights of rocking at ritual, Sunday brought me to a somewhat smaller venue: The basement at 443 Kent St. The roomies change, but the house shows go on! The official reason for this three-band get together was the release of Shahman's latest 7-inch record. It's been more than two years since I saw a show there (it was The Girlfriends and Vincat in January 2010, to be precise)

First up, Montrealers The Discord Of A Forgotten Sketch. Screamy post-punk done right. I thought I was going to get away without using any flash, but then they turned the light off.


The Discord Of A Forgotten Sketch at 443 Kent, May 6, 2012

It's a bit close-quarters down there in the basement!


The Discord Of A Forgotten Sketch at 443 Kent, May 6, 2012

Next up Bandera, who brought a real churning noise to the room.


Bandera at 443 Kent, May 6, 2012

Singalong action!
 

Bandera at 443 Kent, May 6, 2012

Finally, Shahman, who introduced some loud-quite dynamics and a giant heap of amplification. They'll be playing May 16 at Cafe DeKcuf with Isosceles Project, and at the Ottawa Explosion.


Shahman at 443 Kent, May 6, 2012

And now for some shutter-speed abuse.


Shahman at 443 Kent, May 6, 2012

It all ended with a round of Happy Birthday for the twins.