Gig delays were unfortunately there, but that’s hard to avoid and apparently no one really cared in the end. No technical problems, no security issues and for sure no major disappointments. Not so much speaking of the lineup, as it could have been jacked with some more ‘bangers’, but regarding the overall vibe. To sum up, Red Smoke Festival 2019 turned out to be the best edition to date. The old, the new and those hiding in your head. For it’s in the end always hanging out and sharing all the crazy moments with friends. And to me personally, it was a perfect summary of what this essence of the festival is about. To put it simply, it was a cozy afterparty full of laughs, booze and dancing until 7 in the morning. Some time after the dust on the main stage had settled, the crew set up what they called the “RSF Dance Experience”. In moments like that, one forgets about the world and adheres to the raw energy blasting through the speakers and pouring down the musicians’ hands… Kikagaku Moyo Of course, music-wise there could be plenty to argue about but speaking of the show it was perhaps the best performance of the whole festival. Rock and roll took the reins and kidnapped everyone in the vicinity. There was no talk of comfort zones or private space. Wow! Tightly surrounded by the bystanders, The Great Machine brought the gig to another level by getting rid of any borders. Hopping around the stage, climbing the amps, harassing their rigs… them Israelis knew no limits! Suddenly, the electric atmosphere imploded when the band stepped down the stage, took their gear and dived into the crowd. To party as wildly as possible while delivering a highly energetic kick to the head. Couple of minutes into the gig and I already knew that these guys came here with one aim. Thank you.Īnd if that wasn’t fun enough, let me briefly tell you about The Great Machine (IL) and what they brought about on the main stage. Judging by the people’s screams of joy and omnipresent clouds of burning devil’s lettuce, I guess one could call it the personification of stoner metal in its purest form. Playing killers like “Jason…The Dragon”, “God Luck And Good Speed” and the cruel “Wizard Fight” (!!!), there was no other way than to lose yourself and fall victim to some serious stoner madness. On the contrary, the guys were pretty keen on delivering their music with a high dose of precision and confidence, however sloppy and effortless it had seemed. Fortunately or not, there was no vomit or other special effects to deter the weak of heart. Their gig at Red Smoke Festival wasn’t any different, Dixie as always jumped around and reassured everyone of his dedication to Jim Beam, Shep was riffing hard just opposite of his namesake and in between them was Ramzi, blasting the sh*t out of that poor drumset. Being around for a couple of decades already, this band has built themselves a solid image, be it with their music as well as their ferocious live performances. Ladies and gentleman, please now welcome Weedeater (U.S.) who, as you may reason, are known for stoner metal tunes stripped of any unnecessary thrills. The written part of the report focuses on my personal highlights, however the pictures cover the whole festival so be sure to check them out as well. Below, you can see the festival’s timetable which can give you a full impression of who and when was playing. There is always a surprise waiting to blow your mind, you just can’t predict when and how.Ĭutting to the point though. The essence lies in a mix between freshly baked bands, the underground “classics”, and the aforementioned big hits. While the lineup always holds a few big names (does Weeadeater ring a bell?), it’s not so much about them in the end. The atmosphere is kept intimate, yet wholeheartedly open for anyone to feel welcome. Spanning 3 days, hosting approximately 1000 people and located just on the border of the town, this outdoor festival feels as sort of a big family reunion. Sounds fun? Better put it on your agenda now because Red Smoke Festival might possibly be the best summer experience to ever happen to you. All done from scratch and ignited by a sheer need to spread the stoner word in Poland. To share the passion for underground music and worship it with the loveliest of people. Since 6 years now, this festival has been gradually building its identity with a clear aim in mind. Let us go back in time to last month’s Red Smoke Festival, a wicked stoner celebration tucked away in the tiny city of Pleszew, Poland.
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