The hard heavy metal sounds of Metallica will rock Monroe’s Live on Friday, August 11 as Ireland’s leading tribute band, Whiplash take to the stage. Hailing from Galway, Whiplash will bring the vibrant tempos, fast instrumentals and aggressive rhythms that have made the American thrash metal group one of the most successful and influential worldwide.
With an extensive repertoire that spans across all eras of Metallica, Whiplash cover a wide range of classics, including beloved tracks like One, Master of Puppets, Enter Sandman, Blackened, Fade To Black, and Seek and Destroy.
This diverse selection allows a west of Ireland audience to revel in the rich legacy of Metallica's roaring sound at the award winning venue. It’s a chance to relive the electric energy and powerful music that has made Metallica one of the greatest artists of all time.
Comprising of Martyn Weesjes, John Cullen, Brendan Kenny and Niall O'Hare, Whiplash are fans first and foremost, displaying an unwavering dedication to their craft with their genuine passion for Metallica's music.
“We all grew up listening to rock music and Metallica had a huge impact on all of us individually growing up,” explains Martyn, “with the heavy and thrash metal sound of their earlier albums along with their beautiful clean sounds, interludes, epic song structures and arrangements, and with the well written lyrics, it blew us away.”
With years of touring throughout Ireland, Whiplash have made their mark on the music scene, delivering the high-intensity and thrill of a professional Metallica show. Together, their ability to capture the essence of Metallica's performances demonstrates their exceptional musicianship and attention to detail. Every chord, riff, and drumbeat resonates with authenticity.
“It was easy to fall in love with their music,” continues Martyn, “and it really motivated us and shaped us into the musicians we are today. Their live shows are some of the best shows in the world.
“The fact that after more than 40 years later they still bring out albums with great songs, and constantly tour around the world, is testament to the type of band Metallica are, and the influence they have on people all around the world, including us.”
For Metallica devotees and newcomers alike, witnessing Whiplash at Monroe’s Live is an opportunity to get as close as possible to the exhilaration of a genuine Metallica concert.
“The audience can expect a rockin’ professional Metallica tribute full of energy and old school classics, as well as some more recent songs also, including one or two from their new album released this year, explains Martyn.
“They can expect great stage presence. The songs to be played as close to the originals as is possible, with the live sound and vibe Metallica are known for.
“We all love Metallica, and what we do, and that comes across in our shows. There is always great interaction between the crowd and ourselves. And there will be plenty of singing and head banging on the night guaranteed.”
Tickets to Whiplash at Monroe’s Live on Friday, August 11 at 11pm cost €10 and are available from www.monroes.ie
