Animals As Leaders are an instrumental progressive metal band that is currently touring North America on their 2023 tour. As a popular metal band, they often have opening acts join them on tour to help warm up the crowd and introduce audiences to new music.
The Opening Acts
For their 2023 tour, Animals As Leaders have selected two exciting opening acts to join them. The first is progressive metal band Arch Echo. Hailing from New York City, Arch Echo is known for their complex instrumentation and stylistic diversity. The second opening act is instrumental djent band Intervals. Coming from Toronto, Canada, Intervals merges prog metal and melodic rock for a unique sound.
Arch Echo
Arch Echo first formed in 2014 and has released two full-length albums to date. Their most recent album Come Back for More came out in 2021 on Entertainment One. It solidified the band’s reputation for creative, outside-the-box prog metal.
Arch Echo’s music is characterized by sophisticated rhythms, memorable melodies, and four accomplished musicians who are at the top of their game. The band consists of Joe Calderone on vocals and guitar, Christopher Burn on guitar, Brandon Mathis on bass, and Anthony Frey on drums. Their live shows bring tremendous energy and expert musicianship.
Many prog fans have called Arch Echo one of the most promising up-and-coming bands in the genre. Seeing them live while they’re still on the rise is an opportunity not to be missed. They’ve earned openings for major acts like Haken, Thank You Scientist, and Mike Portnoy due to their exhilarating performances.
Intervals
Intervals originally formed in Toronto, Canada in 2011. The instrumental group combines progressive metal and post-rock influences for a truly unique sound. Despite a few lineup changes, Intervals has continued to release consistently inventive music.
The current incarnation of the band consists of Aaron Marshall on guitar and programming, Sam Jacobs on guitar, Ruben Alexander on bass, and Anup Sastry on drums. Their most recent album, 2018’s The Way Forward, showcased the way the band seamlessly integrates complex time signatures and melodic hooks.
Like Animals As Leaders, Intervals performs instrumental, technically impressive progressive metal. Their music keeps listeners hooked through vibrant melodies and diverse tones. For fans of prog and djent, Intervals is a can’t-miss live experience thanks to their elite-level musicianship.
The 2023 Tour
Animals As Leaders will be embarking on a North American tour in 2023 spanning over 40 dates. The tour kicks off on March 10 in Baltimore, MD and runs through May 6 in Los Angeles, CA. Arch Echo and Intervals will be joining as openers for the entire tour.
Some additional highlights along the tour route include New York City, Toronto, Chicago, Denver, Portland, and more major markets. The full tour schedule and ticket links can be found on the Animals As Leaders website.
This tour promises to showcase three of the most technical, boundary-pushing bands in today’s progressive metal scene. The lineup offers both diversity and cohesion for an evening of top-notch musicianship.
Tour Dates
Here are the scheduled tour dates and venues for the 2023 Animals As Leaders tour:
Date | City | Venue |
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March 10 | Baltimore, MD | Baltimore Soundstage |
March 11 | Philadelphia, PA | Theatre of Living Arts |
March 12 | New York, NY | Irving Plaza |
March 14 | Boston, MA | Paradise Rock Club |
March 15 | Montreal, QC | Corona Theatre |
March 17 | Toronto, ON | Opera House |
March 18 | Detroit, MI | Majestic Theatre |
March 19 | Chicago, IL | House of Blues |
March 21 | Minneapolis, MN | Skyway Theatre |
March 23 | Denver, CO | Summit |
Additional dates through May 6th are listed on the band’s website. The tour crosses North America hitting major markets.
Tickets On Sale Now
Fans can purchase tickets for the Animals As Leaders 2023 tour on the band’s website. There are regular general admission tickets as well as VIP packages available.
The VIP packages come with a ticket to the show, early entry to the venue, access to the pre-show VIP lounge, exclusive merch, and a meet and greet with members of Animals As Leaders.
Given the popularity of the three bands on this package tour, shows are expected to sell out in many markets. Locking in tickets in advance is recommended for anyone looking to attend.
Most shows on the tour have general admission tickets starting around $35 – $40 before fees. Current ticket prices and availability can be viewed on the Animals As Leaders site.
Don’t Miss Out
For prog metal fans, the 2023 Animals As Leaders tour is one of the can’t-miss events of the year. The chance to see three instrumental virtuosos share a stage doesn’t come around often.
Both Arch Echo and Intervals are up and coming bands starting to make waves in the genre. Catching them on the rise as openers is an excellent opportunity. Of course, Animals As Leaders always deliver a captivating live show as well.
The tour will run approximately two months from March to May. All shows will feature Animals As Leaders closing the night, with Arch Echo opening and Intervals in the middle.
Don’t hesitate and allow this show to sell out before securing tickets. Prices are reasonable right now, but may rise as the tour gets closer. Visit the Animals As Leaders website today to buy tickets!