North East Rock Review

?This is where the Connecticut bands started hitting the stage, first up was an outfit called As Darkness Dies. These guys were good, with a solid turnout by some of their most ardent supporters. A solid heavy metal band that has influences in their music of New Wave of British Heavy Metal.?

? Spotlight: As Darkness Dies Brings Heavy Metal Heat to LaconiaFest

The roar of live music and the spirit of New England?s rock scene came alive as LaconiaFest welcomed a fierce lineup of Connecticut talent. Kicking off the local wave was the heavy metal powerhouse As Darkness Dies, a band that?s steadily earned its place in the underground scene. They didn?t just hit the stage?they stormed it, opening the floodgates for a night of unforgettable performances.

North East Rock Review was quick to spotlight their set, praising both their commanding sound and the loyalty of their fans. ?These guys were good,? the review reads, ?with a solid turnout by some of their most ardent supporters.? Their sound?a nod to the classic New Wave of British Heavy Metal?blended legacy influences with a modern intensity that ignited the audience.

As Darkness Dies proved that Connecticut metal isn't just surviving?it's thriving. Their performance at LaconiaFest cements their rising status and reminds us why regional festivals are crucial: they offer a stage for raw talent and a space where music still feels electric, authentic, and loud.