Australian Punk Rockers Amyl and the Sniffers Electrify Zagreb

Zagreb pulsed with raw energy as Australian punk-rock sensations Amyl and the Sniffers made their Croatian debut, confirming their reputation as a band that delivers a high-octane performance and disappears before you know it. The politically charged, working-class rockers, sometimes dubbed the kings of "white trash" rock, commanded the stage at Šalata, leaving an indelible mark on the audience.

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Baš poput poppersa čiji je efekt kratak i dojmljiv, Amyl and the Sniffers u samo sat i petnaest minuta pokazali su nam srž svoje glazbene i životne filozofije, pa nestali prije nego što smo se snašli.

Fronted by the charismatic Amy L., the band unleashed a barrage of hits from their three albums in a concise, impactful set lasting just over an hour. The performance included crowd favorites like "Control," "Hertz," "U Should Not Be Doing That," and the anthemic "Big Dreams." Throughout the show, the energy was palpable, with beer cups and fans soaring through the air, fueled by the band's relentless riffing and Amy L.'s commanding stage presence.

Interspersed with their blistering set were clear messages of support for Palestine and the queer community, alongside critiques of political figures like Donald Trump. This political edge, combined with their "no-frills" punk ethos, resonated strongly with the Zagreb crowd. The band's raw sound and energetic delivery offered a refreshing contrast to the more established acts often headlining the region's music scene.

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U eksplozivnom setu povremeno isprekidanom porukama podrške Palestini, queer zajednici i svima koji su na udaru politika kakve propagiraju američki predsjednik Trump i njegovi istomišljenici, Amyl and the Sniffers isporučili su nam najbolje sa svoja tri albuma.

Despite the concert's brevity, it left a lasting impression, offering a sense of newness and vitality. With an impressive stand-in bassist, Lakota Vella, and anachronistic style, Amyl and the Sniffers delivered a memorable night, proving that even lesser-known bands can make a significant impact with authentic energy and a powerful message.

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S izvanrednom Lakotom Vellom umjesto Gusa Romera na basu, u anakronim kostimima i s frizurama dostojnima Linde Evans, Amyl and the Sniffers u vreloj zagrebačkoj noći izgledali su kao družina Scooby Dooa na drogama.