Dayseeker’s Rory Rodriguez

Dayseeker headlined the “Dark Sun Protocol” show at The Ritz in Raleigh on October 5, 2024, delivering a powerful performance rooted in emotional intensity and technical precision. Based in Orange County, California, the band features Rory Rodriguez (lead vocals), Gino Sgambelluri (guitar/backing vocals), Ramone Valerio (bass/backing vocals), and Zac Mayfield (drums). Signed to Spinefarm Records, Dayseeker’s discography includes What It Means to Be Defeated (2013), Reach (2017), Sleeptalk (2019), Dark Sun (2022), and their newest release, Replica (2024). Their staging was produced by Akira Creative, with visuals enhanced by LumiStage lighting design. Alex DiGiorgio of Rhapsody Live ran the soundboard, ensuring a pristine audio experience for the sold-out crowd. Fans erupted during tracks like “Neon Grave” and “Crying While You’re Dancing,” singing every word. Their merchandise booth offered tour-exclusive apparel, vinyl, accessories, and posters. The band supports mental health organizations and frequently speaks out about emotional well-being. Official website: https://dayseeker.band

Dayseeker

Alpha Wolf, from Melbourne, Australia, brought relentless aggression and energy as the main support. The current lineup includes Lochie Keogh (vocals), Scottie Simpson (guitar), Sabian Lynch (guitar), Mitch Fogarty (drums), and John Arnold (bass). They’re signed to Greyscale Records and SharpTone Records and have released Mono (2017), A Quiet Place to Die (2020), and Half Living Things (2024), along with the Fault EP and numerous standalone singles. Their live visuals were designed by PrismFX Designs, delivering stark, strobing effects that matched the band’s hard-edged performance. Sound engineer Jordan Mills dialed in a crushing live mix, capturing the dual-guitar attack with clarity. Alpha Wolf’s merch table included tie-dye logo hoodies, caps, and multiple vinyl editions. Their fanbase responded with nonstop movement and intense mosh pits throughout their set. Official website: https://alphawolfcvlt.com

Alpha Wolf

Catch Your Breath, based in Austin, Texas, played just before Alpha Wolf with a melodic and dynamic performance that stood out. The group features Josh Mowery (vocals), Teddy Herrera (guitar), Cianan Madigan (bass), and Onell Hernandez (drums). Signed to Thriller Records, they released their debut album Shame on Me in 2023 and gained momentum with successful singles like “Dial Tone,” “21 Gun Salute,” and “Savages.” Their set blended modern hard rock with cinematic electronics and anthemic vocals, supported by PrismFX’s lighting design. Sound engineer Bethany Lowe balanced their live dynamics with precision, bringing out Mowery’s soaring vocal lines. The band wore a sleek, modern look with leather and distressed denim. Their merchandise included graphic tees, vinyl variants, enamel pins, and wristbands. Catch Your Breath actively promotes mental health awareness and self-empowerment through their music and platforms. Official website: https://catchyourbreathband.com

Catch Your Breath

Kingdom of Giants, opening the evening from Sacramento, California, set the tone for the night with a tight, commanding set. The band consists of Dana Willax (vocals), Red Martin (guitar), Max Bremer (guitar), Julian Perez (guitar/keyboards), Jonny Reeves (bass/vocals), and Truman Berlin (drums). They’re signed to SharpTone Records and have released Abominable EP (2011), Every Wave of Sound (2013), Ground Culture (2014), All the Hell You’ve Got to Spare (2017), Passenger (2020), and the recent Bleeding Star EP (2024). Their stage visuals, directed by PrismFX and Akira Creative, featured a darker industrial motif. Sound was mixed by Marcus Liu, who captured their layered instrumentation and harmonized vocals. The crowd immediately responded, with early crowd-surfing and pits breaking out. Their merch offerings included beanies, back patches, vinyl, and screen-printed shirts. Kingdom of Giants also supports charitable causes related to mental health and underground music scenes. Official website: https://kingdomofgiants.com

Kingdom of Giants