If there is one thing we can say about SLANDER this past weekend, it’s that we felt their drops in our heart and soul. The evening commenced with opening act Redline, who set the tone for the night. Following them were two back-to-back performances from VCTRE and COPYCATT, as well as Moody Good and Chee. Each drop didn’t just rattle the speakers—they coursed through our bodies, vibrating our chests and bones. Kai Wachi took the stage and delivered one of the most explosive sets we have ever seen in our lives. While playing his hit song, “Hollow“, he had every person in the venue screaming along at the top of their lungs (me included.)
Something we noticed early on in the night was the lights set-up on either side of the stage. With anticipation eating away, we could only assume we were in for some heavy-level production—And we were not disappointed! Slicing through the darkness were two walls on either side that pushed out perfect, synchronized laser beams into the crowd. They reached across the entire space and presented visuals from another dimension.
A consistent factor throughout the night was the overall sense of community. I met so many new and inviting people and felt everyone living in the moment like the old days. I could feel myself growing more comfortable and present as the night went on in direct response. A favorite moment of mine was when they slowed it down to play the acoustic version of “Love Is Gone” ft. Dylan Matthew. The duo truly sets the bar when it comes to production and engagement for a show!
There was something so special about the atmosphere at Rawhide this last Saturday. I left with a sense of euphoria, witnessing a night where community and music converged seamlessly—and that’s what it’s all about. For those who missed this landmark event, SLANDER continues their tour with upcoming performances across the country. Follow the socials linked at the bottom for most up to date information regarding their shows!
