Mastodon – review

Academy, ManchesterWith a reputation as one of the heaviest rock bands in the world, Atlanta rockers Mastodon look so very metal that even their drum kit appears to have studs on. Bequiffed drumming powerhouse Brann Dailor aside, the band are an explosion of straggly hair, tattoos and Amish beards. They look as if they have just clambered on stage after a fight in which somebody died, and sound so heavy you suspect the venue will have to check its foundations afterwards.The Americans are the kin...

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