Photos By: Tom Rentz

On April 16th, 2024, Queensryche and Armored Saint took the stage at Bogarts in

Cincinnati, Ohio, delivering a performance that left the standing-room-only audience in awe.

Queensryche finished the night with a set that showcased their incredible musicianship and dynamic range. Fans were treated to classics like "Take and Hold of the Flame", "Prophecy" & "The Lady Wore Black". The band's energy was infectious throughout their set, with original members Michael Wilton and Eddie Jackson and lead vocalist Todd La Torre commanding the stage and engaging the audience with his powerful vocals and charismatic presence showed us why the band's stability is relevant.

Queensrÿche is an American heavy metal band formed in 1982 in Bellevue, Washington. The band has released 15 studio albums, including the critically acclaimed "Operation: Mindcrime" and "Empire". Queensrÿche's music is known for its progressive and challenging rock elements and its complex and thought-provoking lyrics. The band has undergone several lineup changes over the years but has consistently remained a fan favorite, with a dedicated following worldwide. Lead vocalist Todd La Torre joined the band in 2012, bringing new energy to the band's live performances and recording.

Queensrÿche's music has influenced many other heavy metal and progressive rock bands, which continue to tour and perform.

Armored Saint took the stage first, delivering a blistering set that left the crowd begging for more. The band's sound was tight and precise, with each member delivering virtuosic performances that showcased their incredible skill and musicianship. Frontman John Bush was a force to be reckoned with, belting out classics like "March of the Saint",  "Reign of Fire" & "Can U Deliver" with power and passion. Fans were on their feet from start to finish, singing along to every word and reveling in the band's hard-hitting sound.

Armored Saint is an American heavy metal band formed in 1982 Los Angeles, California. The band is known for its powerful, hard-hitting sound and ability to seamlessly blend heavy metal and complex rock elements. Armored Saint's music is

characterized by its pounding drums, fast guitar riffs, and soaring vocals. The band has released eight studio albums, including "Symbol of Salvation" & "Revelation". Although they have never achieved the same commercial success as some

contemporaries, Armored Saint has retained a loyal fan base over the years due to their uncompromising commitment to their music and energetic live performances. The band has undergone several lineup changes over the years but has consistently remained true to its roots, delivering robust and dynamic performances on stage and record.

Overall, the Queensryche and Armored Saint performances at Bogarts in Cincinnati, Ohio, were an epic experience for heavy metal and hard rock fans. The bands incredible musicianship, dynamic performances, and energetic stage presence left the

audience in awe, cementing their status as two of the greatest bands in the genre.

Setlist:

Queensryche EP

1. Queen Of The Reich
2. Nightrider
3. Blinded
4. The Lady Wore Black

The Warning

 5. Warning

 6. En Force

 7. Deliverance

 8. No Sanctuary

 9. NM 156

10. Take Hold Of The Flame

11. Before The Storm

12. Child Of Fire

13. Roads To Madness

Encore:

14. Prophecy

15. I Don't Believe In Love

Photos By: Tom Rentz

Setlist:

1. End Of The Attention Span
2. Raising Fear
3. Tribal Dance
4. The Pillar
5. March Of The Saint
6. Standing On The Shoulders Of Giants
7. Aftermath
8. Win Hands Down
9. Can U Deliver
10. Reign Of Fire