Thrice Brings Raw Emotion and Growth to The Masquerade ATL
There’s something special about seeing a band like Thrice in a small, sweaty room like The Masquerade. You can feel every note, every lyric, and every ounce of energy bouncing off the walls. When Thrice hit the stage in Atlanta, it wasn’t about big production or flashy visuals—it was about pure musicianship and connection.
Thrice has been at it for over two decades, and their journey shows in every song. They started in the late ‘90s blending punk and post-hardcore energy, then slowly evolved into something far deeper and more dynamic. Albums like Vheissuand The Alchemy Index showed their fearless creativity, while more recent releases like Horizons/East and Horizons/West prove they’re still pushing forward rather than looking back.
The crowd at The Masquerade clearly felt that evolution. From the opening riff of “Blackout”, the room erupted—fans shouting every word, rock fists in the air. The setlist struck the perfect balance between nostalgia and growth, bouncing from old-school staples like “The Artist in the Ambulance” to newer, more atmospheric tracks that showed how much the band’s sound has matured.
Dustin Kensrue’s vocals carried the kind of grit that only comes from years of singing songs that mean something. Teppei Teranishi’s guitar work filled the space with depth and texture, while Riley and Eddie Breckenridge kept everything grounded with a rhythm section that never once missed a beat.
The band didn’t talk much between songs—they didn’t need to. The connection between them and the audience spoke louder than any words could. It felt communal, like everyone in the room had grown up with these songs and was reliving those memories together for one night.
By the time the final notes faded and the lights came up, it was clear why Thrice has lasted as long as they have. They’ve never been afraid to evolve, and they’ve built a fanbase that’s evolved right alongside them.
Thrice at The Masquerade wasn’t just a concert—it was a reminder that some bands don’t fade with time. They just keep getting better.
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