In This Moment Live at Rave / Eagles Club – Milwaukee WI – October 25th 2022

In This Moment live with Nothing More, Sleep Token, and Cherry Bombs

With the eerie vibes of Halloween lingering, the Rave/Eagles Club in Milwaukee, Wisconsin set the stage for an unforgettable night.  It was headlined by In This Moment live, accompanied by three other haunting performances.

The evening kicked off with the Cherry Bombs.  A dance crew adorned in macabre blacklight masks and burlesque attire.  They were rocking the stage with thunderous beats and flashing lights. Their precision, acrobatics, and sensual moves electrified the crowd, setting a mysterious tone. A dazzling aerial dance in a bunny costume and a hooded ritualistic performance added to the evening’s allure. The Cherry Bombs set the stage ablaze with excitement, talent, and enigmatic charm.

British rock collective Sleep Token followed, cloaked in masked and hooded anonymity. They captivated with the hauntingly beautiful “Alkaline”, evoking dark emotions that resonated in the haunted walls of the Rave. Their enigmatic stage presence and melancholic vocals enchanted the audience, leaving them spellbound. Their set, rich with heavy songs, complemented the night’s atmosphere, leaving fans craving more from one of today’s most captivating performers.

Nothing More surged onto the stage with high-octane energy, igniting the crowd with “Turn it Up (Stand in the Fire)”. Despite Jonny Hawkins’ occasional signs of pain from a recent rib injury, his fiery performance, running and jumping across the stage, rallied the audience. Their set, a mix of heavy hitters and introspective moments like “Fadein/Fadeout” and the poignant “SPIRITS”, showcased their musical prowess and could have easily headlined the tour.

Closing the night was In This Moment, unleashing their intense theatrical spectacle complete with masks, CO2 cannons, and dramatic costumes. Lead singer Maria Brink emerged amidst masked drummers and thick fog, her presence commanding the stage. Their music, matched by a visually stunning performance, intensified the Halloween atmosphere. In This Moment’s grand finale was a fitting end to a night of theatrical magic at the perfect venue for such a show.

Review and photos by Kate Klaus