Heavy Metal music has become stagnant some may say. But try telling that to the 10,000 or so kids who screamed their lungs out last night to the Metal onslaught of Eastern Wing
 
 Holding on to their origins as a Metal Band, Eastern Wing has translated that genre's usual boringness  into a jam-heavy, Prog-rock mélange that was brave and very  interesting.
 
 Of course, the crowd, already primed from Eastern Wing's first swing through the area last May, was riveted.
 
 Due to the band's penchant for cover songs (like last night's brilliant take on NIB), and deconstructing their own hits (like Smoke The Filter/ Smoke The Filter Rap)  into extended jam sessions, no two concerts are alike.
 
 The popularity of this band is all based on its live show. So, one would think they would have a charismatic stage presence. That is an understatement. Eastern Wing concerts sometimes resemble a three ring circus with players running on and off stage and switching instruments.
 
 Nevertheless, the extremely enthusiastic crowd cheered every Kevin Bredbenner guitar solo like he was Jimmy Page. Which is kind of cool, come to think of it.
 
 Jeff Bonomo's singing voice was incredible when he wasn't behind the drums. Kurtz and Hess were also golden in their vocal talents. The band was in top form.

 In the end, what the band has going for it are the intricacies and subtleties of their live performance. Long live Eastern Wing.