Ingested – The Black Opera Across North America
Venue: The Underground, Charlotte, NC Date: September 27, 2024
Ingested Shreds Charlotte: A Night of Death Metal Mastery
On the fateful night of September 27, 2024, Ingested descended upon The Underground in Charlotte, NC, unleashing a brutal wave of death metal that reverberated through the very core of the venue. Hailing from the grimy streets of Manchester, this band has been a harbinger of darkness since their formation in 2006. With their latest offering, The Tide of Death and Fractured Dreams, they continue to carve a menacing path through the metal scene, demonstrating their impressive technical prowess and destructive sound.
As the venue dimmed, a haunting intro filled the air, weaving a tapestry of anticipation before the merciless onslaught began. The crowd was plunged into darkness as they launched into “Paragon of Purity,” a track that unleashed a barrage of blast beats, each pulse echoing like the heartbeat of the underworld. The sound was reminiscent of the early Obituary era, invoking a visceral nostalgia that sent chills down spines and compelled bodies to move in a primal dance of chaos.
Following this relentless opening, “Pantheon” emerged from the abyss, showcasing the band’s evolution in brutality and groove. The air thickened with a sense of impending doom as Jason Evans commanded the stage, his vocals a guttural force that summoned shadows from the depths. The audience, entranced by the hypnotic rhythms, found themselves lost in a maelstrom of sound that seemed to transcend reality itself.
As we left our souls in the shadows of time, Jason took a moment to slow the pace, guiding the crowd through the haunting melodies of “Better Off Dead” and “Cremated Existence.” In a rare moment of respite amidst the relentless assault, he showed the underground how to add a sinister bounce to the wall of death, creating an atmosphere thick with tension and anticipation.
The night reached its zenith with the crushing power of “Impending Dominance,” a fitting finale that left the audience gasping for breath. Ingested reminded us why they are a force to be reckoned with, proving that four blokes from across the pond can unleash pure, unadulterated chaos on a stage. Charlotte was left reeling, forever marked by the brutality of their performance.
Setlist Highlights:
Paragon of Purity
Pantheon
Shadows in Time
Better Off Dead
Cremated Existence
Impending Dominance
Final Verdict:
Ingested delivered not just a concert, but a night of cathartic release—a ritualistic experience that will haunt attendees long after the final notes faded into darkness.
