LIVE REVIEW: Melvins / Napalm Death / Hard-Ons (Video, Photos) / Sorry Steve McDonald! (VIDEO)

This week, I am reviewing a recent show from the "Savage Imperial Death March Part II Tour" featuring Napalm Death and Melvins. Also on the bill was Australian punkers, Hard-Ons. Singing for the band was Jerry A from Poison Idea.

NOTE: In the video, I kept saying Jeff McDonald when I meant to say Steve McDonald. I did it many times, and I'm embarrassed about each one -- especially because I talked with Steve for a few minutes before the show, and he was the greatest guy.

Anyhoo...while walking to the club, I noticed Steve McDonald (Melvins, Redd Kross) sitting on a bench about a half a block from the venue. I did a quick doubletake while walking past to confirm it was him. It was. Honestly, friends, I am huge Melvins fan. But I am a MUCH bigger fan of Redd Kross, if I'm being totally honest. That's probably why I got all tongue tied when we were talking. I was legit nervous.

Our conversation ended as Hard-Ons took the stage. I missed a little of the set while standing in line, but caught most of it.

Melvins' set was amazing, though a bit too short for my taste. I wanted more! The band featured two drummers this time around. It was so intense.

Legendary grindcore/death metal band, Napalm Death, closed the show. This band was definitely something of a curiosity for me. I had an "extreme metal" phase in the early 90s; but even then, Napalm Death seemed a little too much for me. Having said that, I actually enjoyed their set.

Melvins' King Buzzo Performs Acoustic TONIGHT

Anyone who is remotely familiar with the band Melvins knows that discussions of the band never involve the word, acoustic. In fact, in the band's 30+ year career, I'm not sure if an acoustic guitar has ever been used on a Melvins' record. So, I guess Melvins' frontman, King Buzzo, must consider the idea of making acoustic music something of a challenge for himself -- one that he needed to meet before retiring from music.

Well, that retirement date is likely a long ways off, but Buzz has decided to meet the challenge head on. He has recently released a new solo EP of acoustic music, and embarked on his first ever solo tour. That tour stops in Omaha tonight with a performance at The Waiting Room. Tickets are available at the door for $13. Opening is Gerald Lee Jr.

Here is a clip from the first night of the tour so you can get a taste of the new sound.