Sebastian Bach recently took to the stage at Mr. Smalls Theatre in Millvale, PA, as part of “The Party Never Dies” tour. Supported by Los Angeles-based acts Blaze Francisco and Stitched Up Heart, Bach delivered a career-spanning setlist that functioned as a nostalgia-filled reminiscing of past escapades while providing a bridge to future generations of rock fans.
Opening the night was alternative rock group Blaze Francisco. The set was characterized by high-kinetic energy, opening with “Fine,” followed by “Side Eye,” “Reaper,” and a cover of Republica’s “Ready to Go,” before closing with “Take it Outside.” The physicality of the performance peaked when guitarist Ariel Bellvalaire executed an impressive backbend during “Reaper” while maintaining technical precision on the fretboard, later shredding while riding piggyback on her bandmates.
Following Blaze Francisco was the rock/metal outfit Stitched Up Heart. Fresh off a label change to Judge and Jury Records and currently rolling out singles for their upcoming album Medusa (due June 12th), the band delivered a visually and melodically stunning set. Vocalist Mixi utilized a distant, statuesque stage persona that leaned heavily into the “Gorgon” mythos of the new record. The set featured a mix of hits and new material, including “Sick Sick Sick,” “To The Wolves,” and the new single “Glitch Bitch.” They pivoted to “My Demon” and the recently released “Cannibal” before moving into “Possess Me” and “Lost,” finally rounding out the performance with “Immortal” and “Monster.”…