Pissing On The Ignition: Meza Virs

The skies were hovering aroud in darkness and drops of rain were beginning to turn lush greenery into sludge as the crowd began to gather around to prepare for an experience unlike no other. If you think that it was going to be a hands on the shoulders and chiming choruses in Woodstock fashion then you were in for a huge jolt. Irregardles of genre and ancient folk, the storm has arrived and with thunder came the act everyone was anticipating in contrast to the dull monotomy earlier in the day as Meza Virs made their appearance onstage as the band brought out the chains and facecages to dominate and destroy to full effect. Taking some time off from working on their upcoming EP, Meza Virs did not look lethargic at the very least as they continue to set the benchmark for what a live performance should be all about: Stage presence, stunning visuals and the element of unpredictability and they definitely maanaged to do all of that while not compromising their crafted sound. Combining the snarling diabolical growls of Cedric and sweet comforting sounds of Jasmine along with the cohesive rhythm section that holds the fort with nary a gap in between, Meza Virs propelled through their 35 minute set with a medley of their original songs, a cover of The Cure in the form of Love Song and indication of how the upcoming EP will sound like. A special appearance in the form of Abyssal's Chien as Cedric's doppelganger had everyone seeing double momentarily but the Gemini effect definitely gave an element of surprise, much to the joy of the audience and also fans of Abyssal as well. Unfortunately, their set was cut abruptly by the organisers midway through Tragic Vendetta but disputes aside, the deserved credit to the band should not be compromised at all as it is always about the music first, above anything else. Meza Vir's appearance alone sparked a resurgence into the crowd and it was mission accomplished for the band for they have successfully set the stage alight and showed them how to ignite it right

For more information on the band:
http://www.myspace.com/mezavirs