February 9th saw the Vatikan night club play host to Toronto-based band Perdition’s c.d. release party for “Nothing Else Remains.”

Despite the chaotic sound system in effect that night, Perdition put on a stellar show, engaging the sizable crowd with a strong sampling of their new work and a commanding stage presence. Swirling mists of dry ice and flickering candelabras completed the mood for Perdition’s performance, enhancing the haunting quality of this band’s productions.

Opening with the second track featured on the c.d. “Earthsong,” Perdition offered up a thick mix of heavy bass, deep guitar strains and fluid vocals that won the club’s admiration. Additional songs, such as “Narrow Eye” and “Wash Away” focused some deserving attention on the band’s female vocalist, Jen, whose ethereal melodies provided a nice contrast to the band’s overall showing. Lead vocalist Chris belted out his refrains during the band’s renditions of “Sorry” and “I’m Not the One,” much to the pleasure of the crowd, while Steven and Thor’s heavy acoustics and Jen’s synthetic melodies were finely executed with seeming effortlessness.

In its entirety, Perdition’s emotionally charged set and varied sound were received enthusiastically. Audience turnout and response to this event showed the night to be successful, ranking Perdition’s act as one that was both an auditory and visual feast.

I just came back from my first visit to the Vatikan. I liked the club. I met a few cool people. But: the sound was not good. I could barely hear the band (Perdition) from the bar. Perdition's stage presence was amazing, it just would have been nice to hear more of them.

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