Slander, Zomboy, and Moody Good Bring a Heavy Dose of Bass to Red Rocks
October 7, 2024Photos: Gerardo Federico
Continuing my electronic dance tour at Red Rocks, this time, I was treated to an unforgettable night with Slander veterans Derek Anderson and Scott Land leading the charge. Coming in hot from Los Angeles, the duo, famous for their Future Bass, dubstep, and house music blend, absolutely mesmerized the Red Rocks crowd on Friday, October 4, 2024. Their music, which masterfully mixes euphoric highs with bone-rattling lows, kept the bass heads bumping all night long.
The night started strong, thanks to the incredible energy and skill of Moody Good and Zomboy, two heavyweights in their own right. Moody Good, known for his grimy, distorted sound design, wasted no time in heating up the stage. His dark, bass-heavy drops were perfectly timed, sending shockwaves through the audience. Fans of heavy, experimental dubstep were in for a treat as his deep, growling basslines stirred the crowd into a frenzy. Each drop had the audience banging their heads in unison, as if everyone had been collectively plugged into the same electric current. The distorted synths and breaks in Moody Good’s set built an intense, immersive soundscape, making sure everyone was fully locked into the rhythm before the rest of the night unfolded.
Zomboy’s set was a relentless barrage of bass, complete with his signature distorted wobbles and rapid-fire beats.
Then came Zomboy, the British dubstep maestro, whose presence was felt even before he stepped on stage. Known for his high-energy performances and aggressive drops, Zomboy had the crowd’s anticipation boiling over. When he finally hit the decks, the energy exploded. Zomboy’s set was a relentless barrage of bass, complete with his signature distorted wobbles and rapid-fire beats. His tracks felt like an auditory assault—in the best way possible. The sheer power of his music was undeniable, with the earth-shaking bass sending ripples through the crowd and the surrounding red sandstone rocks of the venue. Fans of Zomboy’s tracks like “Like A Bitch” or “Nuclear” got exactly what they came for: loud, aggressive, and unapologetic dubstep that had everyone bouncing and thrashing around. The moment his first track hit, the crowd was collectively headbanging in perfect sync—something Red Rocks is known for when bass-heavy acts take the stage. The energy was electric, and Zomboy didn’t let it dip for a second. He knew how to work the crowd, transitioning flawlessly between heavy bass anthems and giving just enough space for everyone to catch their breath before throwing them back into the deep end.
By the time Slander took the stage, the crowd was already riding a wave of adrenaline, but Derek Anderson and Scott Land took that energy and amplified it to another level. Slander’s unique fusion of Future Bass, house, and dubstep created the perfect balance of melody and intensity, striking a chord with both the emotional and energetic sides of the audience. The way they seamlessly transitioned from heart-tugging Future Bass melodies to bone-shaking dubstep drops showcased their mastery over the genre and their ability to connect with the crowd. Tracks like their melodic anthem “Love Is Gone” brought an almost ethereal atmosphere to the amphitheater, while their heavier, crowd-favorite collaborations like “Potions” with Said The Sky or “Gud Vibrations” had heads thrashing and fists pumping in the air. The light show that accompanied their set was equally mesmerizing, with lasers slicing through the night sky and illuminating the towering rock formations that make Red Rocks such a unique and iconic venue. The combination of stunning visuals and Slander’s emotionally charged music felt otherworldly. At moments, it was hard to tell where the music ended and the atmosphere of Red Rocks began; it all felt intertwined in a perfect harmony of sound, light, and energy.
It’s moments like these that make Red Rocks such a special place for electronic music.
For a change of pace during the show, I decided to wander out into the crowd to soak in the full spectacle. Red Rocks Amphitheater, as legendary as ever, was packed to the brim, every seat filled with eager ravers ready to let loose. From the back of the venue, you could see the entire crowd illuminated by the pulsating stage lights, their silhouettes framed against the vibrant flashes and glowing visuals. With each drop, the entire venue seemed to pulse as one organism, a sea of hands, lights, and hair thrashing to the beat. It’s moments like these that make Red Rocks such a special place for electronic music. The venue’s natural acoustics and open-air environment amplify every beat, making it feel like the music isn’t just coming from the speakers, but from the very rocks themselves.
Capturing new shots of the crowd was a highlight. Watching people lose themselves in the music, their faces lit by the glowing stage, was a reminder of the collective euphoria that live music brings. Whether it was people with long hair whipping their heads back and forth or couples swaying together during more melodic moments, the crowd’s engagement was palpable. It felt like the entire audience was united in their love for the music, a feeling only a venue like Red Rocks can truly enhance.
In conclusion, the Slander, Zomboy, and Moody Good show was a perfect representation of why Red Rocks is one of the best places in the world to experience electronic music. The night was a masterclass in bass music, with each artist delivering their unique flavor, all while the venue provided a breathtaking backdrop to it all. For bass heads and electronic music fans alike, it was a night to remember, leaving the crowd eagerly awaiting the next time these titans return to Red Rocks.
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