Clan of Xymox, at last, brings show back to U.S.

The U.S. government shutdown early this year had effects that reverberated through all walks of life, including the goth/darkwave community, when Clan of Xymox was forced to postpone its U.S. tour because of delays in processing the band's visas.

But the tour dates set for this past spring are finally happening, with the U.S. stint by the Germany-based band beginning in Denver and hitting Omaha on Nov. 10.

Last year, Clan of Xymox proved that an eight-hour drive wasn't too far to go to see a fantastic live band: Clan of Xymox puts on ethereal show in Denver. This time, the band proved that its delayed U.S. tour was well worth the wait.

The Bellwether Syndicate. All photos by Christopher Windle.

Bolstered by opening band the Bellwether Syndicate, Clan of Xymox had the crowd dancing, singing along, and even laughing. It turns out that frontman Ronny Moorings is quite the comedian, offering his droll insights on the flooding in the Midwest and the city's desolate surroundings.

It might be a stereotype to believe that all Midwesterners have to turn in early to get back home to the farm. But besides one audience member who shouted, "no more cow jokes," the crowd seemed game for Moorings' needling.

Clan of Xymox started off with "Stranger" and its instrumental intro and built the excitement from there. Especially inspired were the four female-themed songs: "Jasmine and Rose," "Louise" ("not about the cow"), "Emily," and "Hail Mary." 

Classic tracks "Muscoviet Mosquito" and "A Day!" got everyone in the crowd dancing, even the Bellwether Syndicate. Clan of Xymox closed the show with an encore of "Cry in the Wind" and "Back Door."

Hopefully, it won't be too long before the band comes back to this area of the country. Clan of Xymox has proved that it's worth seeing time and again.