10 Best Heavy Metal Live Performances Of 2016
3. Avatar
Avatar consists of an evil, singing clown flanked by four cartoon-like, animated circus-folk playing instruments. How can a concept that visually intriguing not possibly work for a live show?
As you may be lucky enough to already know, the Swedish melodic death metal enigmas are natural showmen, propelling their unique concept to the stratosphere thanks to their intense charisma, energy and passion for what they do.
Frontman Johannes Eckerström practically oozes likability as he either roars or sings into the mic, with his instantly identifiable get-up placing him front and centre whenever he embraces the stage.
Avatar's music is also perfect for a live atmosphere, mixing the head-banging, mid-paced rhythms of groove metal with the melodies of hard rock. They are excitement personified, and a live band that belongs on everyone's gig bucket list.