{"id":30800,"date":"2013-07-11T16:19:17","date_gmt":"2013-07-11T21:19:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/hardrockhaven.net\/online\/?p=30800"},"modified":"2014-02-08T08:15:43","modified_gmt":"2014-02-08T13:15:43","slug":"live-gigantour-2013-megadeth-black-label-society-hellyeah-newsted-concert-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hardrockhaven.net\/online\/2013\/live-gigantour-2013-megadeth-black-label-society-hellyeah-newsted-concert-review\/","title":{"rendered":"LIVE! | Gigantour 2013: Megadeth, Black Label Society, HellYeah, Newsted"},"content":{"rendered":"

by Jonna Ambur <\/span>
\n– Senior Photojournalist —<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

JULY 5, 2013 at MOHEGAN SUN ARENA in UNCASVILLE, CT —<\/h3>\n

\"Megadeth\"Originating in 2005 as the brainchild of Megadeth\u2019s frontman Dave Mustaine, Gigantour is an annual event that draws crowds of all ages. Wanting to put together a tour that combined bands that were positive and high energy, every year he personally chooses the bands that will perform.<\/p>\n

2013 is the year that Megadeth is supported by Black Label Society, Device, HellYeah, Newsted and Death Division. <\/p>\n

Megadeth is fronted by the legend, Dave Mustaine. The current lineup includes David Ellefson, Shawn Drover and Chris Broderick. Megadeth has been on the metal scene since 1983 and has produced 14 studio albums. The most recent release, Super Collider<\/em>, debuted at number 6 on the Billboard charts, the highest ranking album since Youthanasia in 1994. Megadeth\u2019s history and classic heavy metal sound has led them to 2013 and there is no end in sight.<\/p>\n

Black Label Society, featuring guitar virtuoso Zakk Wylde in conjunction with Nick Catanese, John DeServio and Chad Szeliga has 9 studio albums under their belt dating back to 1998. In 2011, BLS released The Song Remains Not The Same. Between the band\u2019s musical talents and Zakk\u2019s seductive tones, BLS kicks ass every time they perform.<\/p>\n

Device was created by vocalist David Draiman in 2012, after his original band, Distubred went into hiatus. The band currently includes Draiman and Geno Lenardo (not involved in this tour) and touring musicians Virus and Will Hunt. Device\u2019s first studio album Device<\/em>, dropped in April of 2013. Their first single, \u201cVilify,\u201d was a hit right out of the gate and has set the stage for a successful future for the band.<\/p>\n

HellYeah is Chad Gray, Tom Maxwell, Vinnie Paul, Greg Tribbett and Bob Zilla. Combining such talented metal musicians is a force to be reckoned with. Together since 2006, the band released Band of Brothers<\/em> in 2012. This is a band that consistently produces music that won\u2019t allow your body to remain seated at any of their shows.<\/p>\n

Newsted, fronted by Jason Newsted of Metallica fame, was formed in late 2012 and the band is currently, Newsted, Jesus Mendez Jr, Jessie Farnsworth and Mike Mushok. Following their four-song EP released in January 2013, the band\u2019s debut album Heavy Metal Music<\/em> will be released on Aug. 6, 2013. Their first track, \u201cHeroic Dose,\u201d can be heard on their website. If the rest of the album follows suit, it\u2019s sure to be a powerful chapter in their musical history.<\/p>\n

Death Division began in January of 2013 with Jerry Montano (previously with HellYeah). The band is currently Sean De La Tour, Tim Yeung and Rick Di Marco. Newest to the scene, not much was known about the band when they joined the tour. They are currently being managed by Justis Mustaine and are on their way to an awesome career. Anyone who attends Gigantour should get their early. Death Division might be new but they kick serious ass! Their song, \u201cAll Hope is Lost\u201d can be heard online. <\/p>\n

Upcoming Gigantour dates are as follows:<\/p>\n

07\/12 Dallas, TX \u2013 TBA
\n07\/13 Lubbock, TX \u2013 Lonestar Amphitheatre
\n07\/14 Corpus Christi, TX \u2013 Concrete Street Amphitheatre
\n07\/16 Oklahoma City, OK \u2013 Zoo Amphitheatre
\n07\/18 Bloomington, IL \u2013 US Cellular Coliseum
\n07\/19 Milwaukee, WI \u2013 Eagles Ballroom
\n07\/20 Cadott, WI \u2013 Chippewa Valley Music Festival
\n07\/22 Winnipeg, MB \u2013 MTS Center
\n07\/23 Calgary, AB \u2013 Stampede Corral
\n07\/26 Edmonton, AB \u2013 Rexall Place
\n07\/27 Dawson Creek, BC \u2013 EnCana Events Centre
\n07\/29 Abbotsford, BC \u2013 Abbotsford Entertainment Center
\n07\/30 Everett, WA \u2013 Comcast Arena
\n08\/01 West Valley City, UT \u2013 Maverik Center
\n08\/02 Denver, CO \u2013 1st Bank Center
\n08\/04 Fargo, ND \u2013 Scheels Arena
\n08\/07 New York, NY \u2013 TBA
\n08\/09 Camden, NJ \u2013 Susquehanna Bank Center
\n08\/10 Montreal, QC \u2013 Heavy MTL
\n08\/11 Toronto, ON \u2013 Molson Canadian Amphitheatre<\/p>\n\n\n
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Gigantour 2013: Megadeth, Black Label Society, Device, HellYeah, Newsted, Death Division Photo Gallery<\/h3>\n

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