PHOTOS AND REVIEW BY: NADINE SWIGER

Last Saturday, devoted fans from across the United States and even Canada congregated at The Pageant in St. Louis, MO, for a one-time, special event – the long-awaited Gravity Kills reunion show. When the band took the stage, it felt like stepping into a time machine, musically whisking everyone back to an era that defined industrial rock, but with a modern twist and an impressive led light show. Despite a 13-year hiatus from the stage, Gravity Kills effortlessly rekindled their musical fire, proving they hadn’t missed a beat. As a longtime attendee of Gravity Kills shows, this was undoubtedly one of the most exceptional performances I’ve experienced.

A Sonic Journey Through Hits: The moment Gravity Kills stormed onto the stage with “Love, Sex and Money,” the crowd erupted in sheer excitement. They continued to deliver a series of fan favorites, including electrifying renditions of “Blame,” “Guilty,” “Enemy,” “Falling,” “Down,” and “Last,” among others. The energy was electric, igniting excitement among the fans that only intensified as the night progressed. The anticipation reached its peak when the band returned for a captivating three-song encore, featuring “Hold,” a industrial rendition of “Personal Jesus,” and an astonishing rendition of “Enough,” leaving the audience on a euphoric musical high.

Legacy and Impact: Gravity Kills first made waves in 1996 with their self-titled debut album. Their tracks found homes in several notable movies such as “Guilty” in Se7en, “Last” in Kissing A Fool, “Blame” in Escape from LA, and “Goodbye” in Mortal Kombat. Additionally, their music resonated in the gaming world, with placements in various video games including Test Drive: Off Road, Test Drive 5, NHL 99, and MTV Sports: Pure Ride.

The band would go on to release “ Perversion” in 1998 and “Superstarved” in 2002. Despite their songs being penned over two decades ago, their music remains relevant to today and appealing to younger fans just discovering their sonic prowess.

Hopes for the Future: As the show concluded, one sentiment lingered in the air – a hope for more reunion shows in the future. Gravity Kills’ resounding success in St. Louis revitalized the passion of their devoted fanbase and ignited the enthusiasm of a new generation of listeners. The lingering question now remains: will there be another chance to relive the glory days of industrial rock with Gravity Kills? Here’s hoping for an encore performance in the future.

PHOTO GALLERY : GRAVITY KILLS