Monday, January 31, 2000
Audio Adrenaline tops raucous night of music
BY LINDA WAKEFIELD KELLEY
Enquirer contributor
Playing more like top dogs than underdogs, Audio Adrenaline rocked a sold-out crowd at Cincinnati Bible College & Seminary in Price Hill Friday night. Band members Mark Stuart (vocals), Will McGinniss (bass), Bob Herdman (rhythm guitar), Ben Cissell (drums), and Tyler Burkum (lead guitar) sure can “Get Down.”
The college atmosphere felt a little like entering Wayne's World to this thirtysomething reviewer. But, the crowd was good-natured and polite.
Fono, a group from London, England, started the evening with a high-energy rock set. But when Raze took the stage, the energy went stratosphere.
These techno-popper's funky hair and attire were reminiscent of The Village People or Cher. Even more amazing than their look was their athleticism. Their choreography was not your usual array of simple dance steps, but a rousing Tae-bo workout.
Raze set the night's theme when they proclaimed it interactive. They taught the audience a dance. The entire auditorium bounced and punched in unison.
Audio Adrenaline took the stage by scooter (the old-fashioned kind). They played primarily songs from their new album, Underdog, including the rock tune “Mighty Good Leader,” the introspective “Hands and Feet,” and the light-hearted “Houseplant Song.”
When Audio Adrenaline launched their signature hit “Big House,” Mr. Stuart ventured into the audience for help on the lyrics and playfully sang a couple of bars to the tune of the Commodores' “Brick House.”
Sporting portable keyboards (a pre-Y2K hysteria purchase), the AA guys entertained fans with a Casio set featuring the recognizable hits of dc Talk, Amy Grant and the Newsboys.
The final number, the classic hymn “It is well with my soul,” was a peaceful climax to a raucous evening's entertainment.
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