Architects at Fillmore Denver
Show Review
On August 8, 2025 Denver showed up big for Architects’ 2025 North American Tour at the Fillmore Auditorium. It was so big, in fact, that frontman Sam Carter called it their largest U.S. headline show in history. From the first opener to the final note, the energy in the room never dipped, if anything, it snowballed.
Holy Water wasted zero time sparking chaos. The pit opened early, fans shouted lyrics, and a few bold should started the crowd surfing before the sun could even set. Their vocalist (Holy) sealed the set with a mic-in-hand journey into the middle of the crowd, then surfed back to the barricade for the finale. Chants for an encore rang out, and a healthy merch line formed before the next act even loaded in.
Erra came out swinging with a three-song burst of heavy, high-impact tracks backed by sharp stage production. They then shifted into a more atmospheric stretch, drawing out a massive cellphone-light singalong. The room was nearly full by the time they hit “Scorpion Hymn”, which frontman (J.T. Cavey) said was his favorite to play in their set, daring Denver to match their explosive energy. The crowd happily obliged, roaring into “Skyline”, a clear fan favorite with echos of lyrics belted from the sea of bodies.
By the time Architects stormed the state, the Fillmore floor was a wall to wall mass of anticipation. Once Sam announced the historic turnout and playing at this venue, the place erupted. Crowd surfers poured over the barricade non-stop like a tsunami of bodies. At one point, I counted over a dozen at once. The band tore through the set with flawless precision and ferocious energy. Sam at one point said Denver has always shows Architects love even before the massive success and tours the band is embarking on. The band really gave 110% while the crowd matched their energy. Each showing the other the symbiotic relationship that can’t be matched anywhere else. The lighting and production were a spectacle of strobes, sweeping beams, and perfectly timed hits that elevated every breakdown and soaring chorus.
Denver didn't just host a tour stop. No, it gave Architects a career milestone and the openers a night to remember into stardom. It reminded everyone why this city is one of the best places in the country for metal.
By Andrew Ortega
Holy Watr
Emerging from the heavier edges of modern rock, HOLYWATR delivers a potent mix of post-hardcore intensity, melodic hooks, and atmospheric textures. Since their debut, the band has built momentum through emotionally charged singles and a gripping live presence that turns openers into headliner-level moments. Onstage, HOLYWATR is all-in—crowd interaction, relentless energy, and singalongs that hit like anthems.
ERRA
Formed in 2009 in Birmingham, Alabama, ERRA is a progressive metalcore band celebrated for technical precision, soaring melodies, and dynamic songwriting. Their music pairs complex guitar work and crushing breakdowns with introspective themes, earning them a loyal following and a reputation as one of the genre’s most innovative acts.
Architects
Since their formation in Brighton, England in 2004, Architects have become one of the defining forces in modern metalcore, known for marrying crushing heaviness with soaring melodic hooks and deeply personal lyricism. Over the course of their career, the band has continually evolved, from the technical chaos of their early records to the sweeping, anthemic scope of albums like All Our Gods Have Abandoned Us, Holy Hell, and For Those That Wish to Exist.
In 2025, they returned with The Sky, The Earth & All Between, an album that pushes their sound further than ever. This album blended massive, cinematic arrangements with razor-sharp riffs and urgent, reflective themes. The record cements their commitment to growth while retaining the emotional core that has defined them for two decades.
Lyrically, Architects confront grief, social and environmental issues, and the human condition with unflinching honesty. Musically, they’re a masterclass in dynamic contrast, balancing bone-rattling breakdowns with atmospheric soundscapes and stadium-ready choruses.
Their live shows are renowned for intensity and precision, amplified by immersive production and an unwavering connection to their audience. Having headlined festivals, sold out arenas, and toured the globe, Architects have cemented themselves not just as genre leaders, but as a band whose music resonates far beyond metalcore’s borders.
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