It’s been far too long since Taake last played in London, back in 2019. Since then, Hoest, frontman and mastermind band, has kept himself busy: In 2023, Taake released the critically acclaimed “Et Hav av Avstand, while Hoest also dedicated time to his other project, Deathcult, and took on live vocal duties for the legendary Gorgoroth. This year, they have returned with something really special: a 20th year celebration of their classic album “Doedskvad”.
While the crowd arrives at The Underworld, the Londoners from Vestia kicked off the night with a very dazzling performance. The band released their first album last year, heavily inspired by Greek Mythology. With great performances by vocalist Elegy and lead guitarist Giannis, the band created an amazing atmosphere and definitely made new fans.
Followed by the veterans of Necro Ritual, who have been around since 2003. I remember last seeing them at The Unicorn (how I miss this place) back in 2019 and being very impressed by their performance. Since then, the group released their 3rd album, “Bysmer” in 2022. Once again, lead by vocalist Corseth, the group managed to take The Underworld by storm, drenched in red light, bringing furious riffs and aggressive vocals.
As soon as Taake takes the stage and plays the instrumental “Hordalands doedskvad VI”, there was this instant feeling in the audience that everyone was about to have a great time. With not only an incredible performance by Hoest, but by also the rest of the band, they went through the Doedskvad album, a couple of the most recent album and a Darkthrone cover.
Truly, an unforgettable night for the audience that can’t wait to see Taake back in London again soon.
Taake Setlist
Venue: The Underworld, London
Set:
- Hordalands doedskvad VI
- Hordalands doedskvad VII
- Hordalands doedskvad IV
- Hordalands doedskvad V
- Hordalands doedskvad I
- Hordalands doedskvad III
- Denne forblaaste ruin av en bro
- Over fjell og gjennom torner
- Et uhyre av en kniv
- Nordbundet
- Hordalands doedskvad II