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Rating: 4.9 out of 5 based on 251 reviews

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Wage War are the kind of hard rock band that isn't easily categorized. That starts with their influences: Although the band's chugging riffs and jackhammering drums take cues from modern music's heaviest names (including Slipknot, August Burns Red, and As I Lay Dying), the group are also known for pairing contrasting inspirations. Their brutal grooves often fuse hip-hop and metal in the way Korn is known for doing, and frontman Briton Bond's gruff, gravelly voice alternates with the more pristine melodic approach of guitarist/vocalist Cody Quistad.

Bond, Quistad, and guitarist/vocalist Seth Blake originally formed Wage War in Ocala, Florida, in 2010 under the moniker Empires. The trio, which was then working with a different rhythm section, even released an EP in 2011, The Fall of Kings.Ā 

After some lineup shuffling, the band changed their name in 2013 and, two years later, signed a deal with Fearless Records. Wage War's 2015 full-length debut for the label, Blueprints, and the 2017 album Deadweight were both co-produced by Andrew Wade and A Day to Remember's Jeremy McKinnon.

Deadweight especially illustrates their progression as a band, as it boasts more confident, emotional songwriting and variety in dynamics. In fact, Wage War continue that soul-searching on the 2019 single "Low" ā€” a bruising song about feeling worn down by life ā€” and via the 2018 singles "Johnny Cash (Stripped)" and "Gravity (Stripped)." The latter two are pared-down versions of songs that originally appeared on Deadweight, and they boast chiming guitars, restrained percussion, and delicate vocals.

Live, Wage War stir up ferocious mosh pits courtesy of Bond's commanding stage presence ā€” he directs his low growls directly at the crowd to emphasize vocal power ā€” and aggressive, thrashing playing.Ā 

Given this energy, the band are unsurprisingly road warriors who have done several stints on the Vans Warped Tour and opened for Of Mice & Men, August Burns Red, and A Day to Remember. Wage War are now ranked among the genre's biggest heavyweights, with spots in the lineup of the Sonic Temple Art + Music Festival and Welcome to Rockville 2019.

Setlists

    1. 1.THE SHOW'S ABOUT TO START
    2. 2.SELF SACRIFICE
    3. 3.Low
    4. 4.Stitch
    5. 5.Gravity
    6. 6.High Horse
    7. 7.Godspeed
    8. 8.NAIL5
    9. 9.Hollow
    10. 10.The River
    11. 11.Circle the Drain
    12. 12.BLUR
    13. 13.TOMBSTONE
    14. 14.HAPPY HUNTING
    15. 15.MAGNETIC
    16. 16.IS THIS HOW IT ENDS?

  2. Encore

    1. 17.Manic
    1. -Master of Puppets (Metallica cover)
    2. 1.THE SHOW'S ABOUT TO START
    3. 2.SELF SACRIFICE
    4. 3.Low
    5. 4.Stitch
    6. 5.Gravity
    7. 6.High Horse
    8. 7.Godspeed
    9. 8.NAIL5
    10. 9.Hollow
    11. 10.The River
    12. 11.Circle the Drain
    13. 12.BLUR
    14. 13.TOMBSTONE
    15. 14.HAPPY HUNTING
    16. 15.MAGNETIC
    17. 16.IS THIS HOW IT ENDS?

  2. Encore

    1. 17.Manic
    1. 1.THE SHOW'S ABOUT TO START
    2. 2.Godspeed
    3. 3.Low
    4. 4.Circle the Drain
    5. 5.NAIL5
    6. 6.BLUR
    7. 7.TOMBSTONE
    8. 8.HAPPY HUNTING
    9. 9.MAGNETIC
    10. 10.Manic
    1. 1.THE SHOW'S ABOUT TO START
    2. 2.Godspeed
    3. 3.Low
    4. 4.Circle the Drain
    5. 5.NAIL5
    6. 6.BLUR
    7. 7.TOMBSTONE
    8. 8.HAPPY HUNTING
    9. 9.MAGNETIC
    10. 10.Manic
    1. 1.THE SHOW'S ABOUT TO START
    2. 2.Godspeed
    3. 3.Low
    4. 4.Circle the Drain
    5. 5.NAIL5
    6. 6.BLUR
    7. 7.TOMBSTONE
    8. 8.HAPPY HUNTING
    9. 9.MAGNETIC
    10. 10.Manic

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Reviews

Rating: 4.9 out of 5 based on 251 reviews
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  • Amazing

    by Brandon on 3/28/25Revolution Concert House & Event Center - Garden CityRating: 5 out of 5

    They sounded great, great crowd interaction. Would recommend 10/10

  • always worth traveling for

    by Krreid04 on 11/10/24House of Blues Myrtle Beach - North Myrtle BeachRating: 5 out of 5

    Wage War has only gotten better with time and they put on a phenomenal show at HOB! Our crew did the VIP/early entry, which included food and an acoustic set with good tunes. I would highy recommend this option next time you go to this venue! The opening bands were also great, including Thrown all the way from Europe! The pit got a little rowdy, so we stayed upstairs and had a great view of the stage with equally great sound!

  • šŸ¤˜šŸ¤˜šŸ¤˜

    by Ashleaā™” on 11/7/24Addition Financial Arena - OrlandoRating: 5 out of 5

    It was a great show! Wage war put on hell of a performance and I was really impressed with Erra and Fame on Fire but Wage War style the show for me. The seats were great too we were in Section 213 Row M. Saw the stage and bands at the side angle but very close.

  • Wage War Hometown Show

    by Jjreilly3 on 11/6/24Addition Financial Arena - OrlandoRating: 5 out of 5

    Wage War never disappoints and this time their hometown show was bigger than before. They brought Pop Evil, ERRA , Thrown and another FL band Fame on Fire.

  • It was a simple venue to enter and the show was the best .

    by G Loves Heavy Metal on 11/5/24Addition Financial Arena - OrlandoRating: 5 out of 5

    Line was long but entry was simple and expedited. Merch lines moved fast . Acoustics were magical. Parking was $18 and a bit of a walk but not very far .

  • Good sets

    by Yvis on 11/5/24Addition Financial Arena - OrlandoRating: 5 out of 5

    Good choices of bands, good songs and a nice and spacious arena.

  • Killed it!

    by Tberry on 11/5/24Addition Financial Arena - OrlandoRating: 5 out of 5

    They were excellent! Great energy to go along with their music and stage performance. Canā€™t wait to see them again.

  • Action Packed Musical Performances

    by BellamyRo on 11/5/24House of Blues Myrtle Beach - North Myrtle BeachRating: 5 out of 5

    Wage was was awesome, ERRA was INCREDIBLE, and the two supporting bands were great as well! Definitely see these guys if you get the chance!

  • Absolute perfection

    by HannahJ on 11/5/24House of Blues Myrtle Beach - North Myrtle BeachRating: 5 out of 5

    The show was amazing. The energy in the room was killer. The random confetti was a great addition at the beginning. All of the opening bands were awesome too. Definitely would see Wage War over and over and over.

  • Overcrowded but a good time

    by MadMax on 11/5/24House of Blues Myrtle Beach - North Myrtle BeachRating: 4 out of 5

    This was the first time I took my daughter to a metal show. We stood over to the side and enjoyed the show. People kept bumping us into the wall as they walked past us because there was very little room. Fame on Fire was amazing but on stage for 5 songs. Thrown was on stage a little longer but I didn't care for them. ERRA was on stage longer and they set Wage War up greatly. They were really good. Wage War came on and killed it. They gained a new fan at this show. My daughter had a constant smile on her face. There was a seamless transition between bands which helped keep the concert goers in the right vibe for the show. The theatrics ERRA and Wage War used was breat taking. The only thing I really didn't like was each band had their merchandise in a separate location l. I would recommend