Tantric Walks The Plank at Tailgaters in Bolingbrook, Illinois on April 11th, 2019 and They Rock a Phenomenal Performance!!!!
Bolingbrook, Illinois, USA, April 11th, 2019
By: Coren E. McLeod
Every once in a while, you need to take time for yourself and truly enjoy life. I need to remind myself of that very thing especially when I am working for a popular radio station, two magazines and running a Chicagoland company.
Let me point out, this is not a complaint by any means. In the past year, I have been on a journey which has to lead me to a lot of excitement, heartbreak, surprises, and situations. Somehow, my ability to stay positive and to keep moving forward reminds me I am #livingmydream.
On Thursday, April 11th, 2019, a band I have been a fan of for the past 20 or so years came into town and I was ready to just be free. I was taking a night off to hang with friends while enjoying a few gin and tonics. I earned it…
Tantric is coming off a great 2018 with their magnificent album Mercury Retrograde released on October 5th, 2018. The guys in #Tantric are beyond brilliant and have been touring all over the United States nonstop. With that, it gives fans every opportunity to see them live and to experience the speculator thrills which is Tantric.
The crowd that Thursday night was full of energy. Tailgaters were packed with people preparing themselves to drink, party and celebrate this thing called #rockandroll. I love the anticipation right before a band officially hits the stage. Tantric is no exception. Seeing the band over 10 times, I am always filled with enthusiasm. Looking around, I had seen many emotions from the crowd.
That moment arrived at 9:00 p.m. The strings of the popular smash “Down and Out” played and massive screams echoed the room. Tantric stepped onto the stage with such confidence and knew this was their night to dominate.
If you know Tantric, you recognize lead singer and frontman Hugo’s legendary, husky voice. The ladies seem to adore him in every move he makes. Hugo sings favorites from the past and brings on the new material seamlessly. His ability to spot a Saliva hat is nice to see other bands supporting one another.
The very tall and seemly cool bass player Jaron is just awe-inspiring to watch. He is all over the stage playing his Fender bass. Jaron gives it his all while still enjoying every aspect of the performance. His dedication is seen and very much respected by all. Plus, the new red jacket he is wearing lately makes a great statement… #loveit
Then there is the quiet and reversed yet wail on stage is lead guitar player Sebastian. Sebastian is not one to really question his ability to play guitar. He can play and will leave you wanting more! The smile which comes across his face expresses the sheer enjoyment he gets out of being a musician. And believe me when I say his dad is especially proud of his son! (Look up this band called Cinderella… You may have heard of them…)
Nick, the drummer, brings energy on a new level. He may be in the background, yet you know he is there. With every beat, cymbal thrash and thump, Nick adds a distinguished element to Tantric. He plays into the audience by singing along and standing up while playing which you do not typically see from a drummer.
The standouts for that night were when Tantric played “Angry,” “Lie Awake, “Astounded,” “Is This Love?” (Whitesnake Cover.) and ending it with the tearjerker “Mourning.” Everyone was singing along to all the songs. At one point, Jaron and Sebastian decided to play next to each other on what seemed to be two dining room tables pushed together. You saw a look of exhilaration and also a, “What the hell are we doing?” on their faces. One could tell Jaron and Sebastian was having fun. The two walked the plank and were able to joke about it later.
Overall, Tantric is an inspiration to many including myself. Everyone gets to that point in their lives where you know what you were meant to do and for Tantric, it is to keep performing the hell out of each show! Tantric overall is what every band out there should strive to be. There may be tough times in this crazy music industry. Just keep in mind, keep moving forward and you will be at the level Tantric is at!!!!
Congrats guys!!!!!
Catch Tantric on tour as they join Puddle of Mudd, Saliva, and Trapt for #Muddfest.
