Acid Bath spent nearly three decades as a band you could only hear on record, which makes any live date a genuine event for anyone who wore out 'When the Kite String Pops.' Pairing them with Thou's crawling Baton Rouge sludge and Obituary's Florida death metal makes this the heaviest bill the Seaport rooftop will host all year, played with the Brooklyn Bridge lit up directly behind the stage. If you want the strangest and best-looking metal show in the city, it is on a roof over the East River.
What to expect
An open-air rooftop deck holding a few thousand, with the stage set against the bridge and the river. Three full sets run back to back from early evening, so the bill is long. Sound on the roof is loud and clean, and the crowd skews toward longtime fans who have waited a very long time for this one.
Good to know
- Take the 2, 3, 4, 5, A, C, J or Z to Fulton Street and walk down to the Seaport, or the NYC Ferry to Pier 11.
- The rooftop is open-air and the show runs rain or shine, so check the forecast before you dress.
- There is no re-entry once you are on the roof, and the venue is cashless throughout.
- The river breeze cuts hard after dark even in summer — bring a layer.
- Elevators serve the rooftop level and accessible viewing is available near the deck entrance.
- Arrive early if you care about the openers; all three sets are substantial.
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Common questions
Who else is on the bill?
Thou and Obituary are both on the Pier 17 lineup alongside Acid Bath.
Is the rooftop covered?
No — it is an open-air deck and shows proceed rain or shine.
How do I get there by water?
NYC Ferry routes stop at Pier 11 Wall Street, a short walk south of the Seaport.
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