STEPHANIE LEMUS | Go Venue Magazine
Hungarian black metal pioneers Tormentor ignited Don Quixote in Los Angeles on Thursday, May 15, 2025, marking their first-ever performance in the city. The nearly sold-out venue pulsed with anticipation as fans gathered to witness a rare stateside appearance by the band that helped shape the genre’s early sound.
Opening with the haunting “Elisabeth Bathory,” Tormentor immediately plunged the audience into their raw, feral energy. The setlist featured classics like “Tormentor I,” “Damned Grave,” and “Transylvania,” each delivered with the same unrelenting intensity that made their 1988 demo Anno Domini a cult favorite. Frontman Attila Csihar, also known for his work with Mayhem, commanded the stage with his signature shrieks and guttural chants, captivating the crowd throughout the performance.
The audience responded with fervor, transforming the venue into a maelstrom of headbanging and moshing. The intimate setting of Don Quixote amplified the band’s visceral sound, creating an atmosphere that felt both chaotic and communal. Fans reveled in the opportunity to experience Tormentor’s seminal tracks live, a testament to the band’s enduring influence on the black metal scene.
As the final notes echoed and the band took their leave, the crowd erupted in chants, demanding more. The impact of Tormentor’s performance lingered, leaving attendees with a sense of having witnessed a historic moment in metal history.
Tormentor’s Los Angeles debut was not just a concert; it was a rite of passage for fans and a powerful reminder of the band’s legacy. For those in attendance, it was an unforgettable night that solidified Tormentor’s place in the pantheon of black metal legends.
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