Hammerfall / Powerglove - The Republik, Calgary, AB
Yes, you heard it right .. the band is named after a Nintendo accessory and plays power metal. How's that for clever? Actually they play geek themed (e.g. Power Rangers, Optimus Prime, Mario) power metal interspersed with video game effects. They don't take themselves seriously at all, which is absolutely a requirement when you sing about Power Rangers. Fun band, good drummer, average sound, average costumes.
Hammerfall did not disappoint. The crowd was VERY loud and responsive for its size. I believe this is one of the few concerts where everyone I could see was shouting the band's name during the frequent Hammerfall chants. Joacim Cans has a great voice and is also a very entertaining frontman - humorous, relevant and doesn't take any crap from the audience! Like any true A-list band, the musicianship and sound were top notch. Recommended anytime.