BRUCE DICKINSON Reigns, ZENETH Rises: Rock and Metal​ Unite in Boston

By: Adam Bakelman
Thursday, September 11, 2025
Boston’s House of Blues was set for a night of pure rock and heavy metal as local rising stars Zeneth and the legendary Bruce Dickinson shared the stage.
Opening the night, Zeneth, a band hailing from Johnston, Rhode Island, brought back the sweet sound of iconic rock and roll with a perfectly executed five song set. Their performance included their single “Good Looking Girls”, which quickly caught the crowd’s attention, and concluded with a phenomenal cover of Black Sabbath’s “War Pigs” in tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne. The audience roared every lyric in unison, harmonizing with the final soaring guitar outro. Vocalist Alex Rodriguez delivered a commanding vocal performance, while guitarist Matthew Sabitoni impressed with exceptional precision and energy. Bassist Cameron Sabitoni and drummer Michael Perrotta provided flawless rhythm and groove, holding the set together with power and consistency. Reflecting on the night, Cameron shared: “It was an honor to share the stage with a rock god in a place that is close to home.” Zeneth proved that rock and roll will forever remain alive, leaving no doubt they are a band with a bright future ahead.
As anticipation grew, the almighty Bruce Dickinson took the stage, opening with “Accident of Birth”. Immediately, Bruce and his band set the tone for an unforgettable evening. Songs like “Shadow of the Gods” and “Chemical Wedding” showcased both his vocal prowess and his storytelling presence. Pausing mid set, Dickinson acknowledged the significance of the date, reflecting on witnessing the tragic events of September 11, 2001, while in New York. In a moving tribute, he delivered an a cappella performance of The Star Spangled Banner, silencing the crowd in respect before reigniting the energy with Iron Maiden’s “Flash of the Blade” from 1984’s Powerslave.
Backed by an incredible band Philip Näslund and Chris Declercq (guitar), Tanya O’Callaghan (bass), Mistheria (keyboards), and Dave Moreno (drums), Bruce guided the audience through a powerhouse 16-song set. Highlights included their jammed-out rendition of The Edgar Winter Group’s “Frankenstein”, featuring a flawless drum solo by Moreno, and a triumphant closing run of “Tears of the Dragon”, “Gods of War”, and “The Tower”.
Bruce’s energy throughout the night was as strong as ever, his voice soaring as the crowd threw devil horns into the air and sang along to every word. House of Blues proved the perfect setting for an evening that celebrated both the future and the legacy of rock and metal.

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