Death From Above 1979 (DFA) has indeed carved a unique niche in alternative rock with their fierce bass-and-drum-driven sound. Sebastien Grainger and Jesse F. Keeler's reunion after nearly a decade of separation was pivotal, reintroducing their powerful, gritty music to a new generation. Their journey has been punctuated by anthemic releases and high-energy performances, proving the band’s staying power in the scene.
After their explosive debut with You're a Woman, I'm a Machine, DFA’s hiatus left fans yearning, only for them to come back even stronger with The Physical World (2014), marking a triumphant return to the charts and late-night TV. Outrage! Is Now (2017) further solidified their relevance, as they continued to evolve sonically. Their recent release, Is 4 Lovers, shows the duo embracing new creative directions, while staying true to the raw energy and rhythmic intensity that define their music.
Photos and review by Steve Sym. Photos from Death From Above 1979 performance at The Metro in Chicago on 11/5/24.
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