September 2023

Mudvayne came out with their faces painted and strikingly unique costumes, they immediately drew everyone into their dark and twisted world. The tour’s visual elements played a pivotal role in heightening the overall experience. The stage design perfectly matched the music, with constantly moving lights, columns of CO2 and backdrops that changed every few songs displaying different logos and artwork they have used over their entire career. The skillful guitar work of Greg Tribbett, the complex bass lines of Ryan Martinie, and the precision drumming of Matthew McDonough blended seamlessly, creat- ing a sonically immersive experience that filled the entire venue. Lead singer, Chad Gray, spoke in between songs about how much this tour and playing live music has helped with his mental health struggles over the year. His vulnerability on stage created an atmosphere of empathy and understanding, allowing fans to feel vali- dated in their own experiences and emo- tions. Setlist: 1. Not Falling 2. Under My Skin 3. Internal Primates Forever 4. World So Cold 5. A New Game 6. Severed 7. Death Blooms 8. King of Pain (The Police cover) 9. Dull Boy 10. Fish Out of Water 11. Prod 12. Nothing to Gein 13. Dig 14. Happy? 15