Electro-industrial rockers and masters of kink,
Lords of Acid, brought their multi-genre spectacle to Denver on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, performing for an enthusiastic crowd at the historic Oriental Theater. With newly crowned Acid Queen
Carla Harvey at the helm on vocals, fans were treated to a wild night of fan favorites and iconic hits, including
“Pussy” and the unmistakable
“I Sit on Acid".
Carla, best known as co-vocalist of heavy metal provocateurs Butcher Babies, brought a fierce energy to the stage—combining a sensual, edgy metal vibe with the band’s signature electronic sleaze. Her performance was not only a seamless fit musically but also elevated the band’s already expressive and theatrical live show.
Throughout the evening, it was easy to spot fans wearing both Butcher Babies and Lords of Acid shirts, signaling the band’s expanded appeal. This tour bridges the gap between LOA’s loyal electronic-industrial fanbase and Carla’s heavy metal following—some of whom may be experiencing the band live for the first time. This crossover, in the opinion of this writer, may make this the most exciting incarnation of Lords of Acid to date. The fusion of Carla’s gritty metal persona with the band’s pulsing, provocative dance tracks signals a bold new era.
The crowd—many clad in latex, leather, and mesh—danced and writhed to hard-hitting tracks like “Rough Sex” and “Scrood Bi U.” With founding member
Praga Khan commanding the electronic soundscape and veteran bassist
Dietrich Thrall driving the low end, the set throbbed with energy. Returning guitarist
Creighton Emrick (formerly of Orgy, Diamante, and Little Miss Nasty) added rock flair and aggressive riffs that pushed the performance into overdrive.
Catch
Lords of Acid on their “Praise the Lords” tour, currently traveling across the U.S., with electrifying support from burlesque-rock collective
Little Miss Nasty. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the acid-filled ride, this is one tour you won’t want to miss.
MAY 27 SAN FRANCISCO *
MAY 29 BELLINGHAM *
MAY 30 SEATTLE *
MAY 31 PORTLAND *
JUNE 1 BOISE *
JUNE 3 SALT LAKE CITY +
JUNE 4 DENVER
JUNE 5 WICHITA
JUNE 6 LINCOLN
JUNE 7 CHICAGO +#
JUNE 9 DETROIT + #
JUNE 10 CLEVELAND + #
JUNE 12 HARRISBURG + #
JUNE 13 NEW YORK CITY + #
JUNE 14 WASHINGTON DC +#
JUNE 23 EL PASO +
JUNE 15 PHILADELPHIA +#
JUNE 24 TUCSON +
JUNE 17 ATLANTA + #
JUNE 26 PHOENIX + *
JUNE 18 NEW ORLEANS + #
JUNE 27 LOS ANGELES +
JUNE 19 HOUSTON + #
JUNE 28 SAN DIEGO + *
JUNE 20 SAN ANTONIO + #
JUNE 21 DALLAS + #
JUNE 29 LAS VEGAS +
+ LUCIA CIFARELLI APPEARING
# DJ XRIS SMACK! APPEARING
* DJ ALLEYKAT APPEARING
Coverage and photos by
Roxann Rene for
Sound Rebel Magazine
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