Closing down the Revolution Stage at Projekt Revolution, metalcore band Atreyu came out blazing with a hard-hitting set that had the fans rocking the barricade with every blast beat breakdown and vocal attack.
Leading the charge was frontman Alex Varkatzas at the front of the stage, who came with a bellyful of fire and an intensity that had the crowd roaring. While Varkazas laid down the more aggressive vocals, Brandon Saller on drums picked up many of the more melodic lines, creating a charged, double-barreled delivery.
Photographer´s Notes:
I first photographed Atreyu earlier this year on the Taste of Chaos Tour, and, having experienced the band´s energy before, I was not disappointed by their Projekt Revolution throw down.
The band put on a great performance that was the highlight of the Revolution stage for me and the perfect setup for the Street Drum Corps´ set on the main stage.
Check these guys out if you have the chance, they´re a blast to shoot. Lots of action at the front of the stage, and all of the members are great to photograph.
11 Comments Add your own
1. Keath | September 9th, 2008 at 7:22 pm
It goes without saying that this is another spectacular set Todd!
Their bassist was one of my favorite people I photographed all day here in Tampa.
2. Todd | September 9th, 2008 at 8:10 pm
Hey Keath, thanks for the comment. I really enjoyed photographing the bassist on the Taste of Chaos date I shot, but I really didn´t spend as much time on him this time around. He has some wild moves though, swinging his bass around.
3. Tasha | September 10th, 2008 at 1:02 pm
This could not have been timed any more perfectly! I’m hoping to shoot them at a festival this weekend, and your insight was invaluable. Your blog rocks. :)
4. Todd | September 10th, 2008 at 1:11 pm
Hey Tasha, did you end up photographing these guys over the weekend?
5. Nathan | September 11th, 2008 at 10:13 pm
three kicks. my face just melted a little.
i saw atreyu about 3 and a half years ago, I can only imagine how much better they’ve gotten.
great set todd!
6. Todd | September 12th, 2008 at 3:12 am
Thanks, Nathan! Atreyu has a great stage presence, they really work the crowd and bring a great energy. Thanks for the comment.
7. Amy Strycula | September 14th, 2008 at 10:49 am
Hi Todd, love your work! Will you be posting your Dolly Parton pics any time soon?
Thanks
8. Todd | September 15th, 2008 at 3:13 am
Hey Amy, thanks for the comment, I´m glad to hear you enjoy the work. I actually ended up passing on the Dolly Parton gig.
9. Armor For Sleep @ Projekt&hellip | September 22nd, 2008 at 9:55 am
[...] the energy these guys brought to the Rev Stage, especially as the first band of the day. Apart from Atreyu, Armor For Sleep was my favorite band to photograph before the main stage [...]
10. Alejandro | September 29th, 2008 at 1:20 pm
Hello, Regreats from Caracas, Venezuela…Really amazing pictures men!!!! congrats…
11. Todd | September 29th, 2008 at 2:08 pm
Thanks, Alejandro!
speak up
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