Conquering Dystopia - Live in New York 5/20/2014

0:00 Prelude to Obliteration
5:29 Tethys
11:04 Ashes of Lesser Men
17:22 Kufra at Dusk
21:30 Autarch
26:48 Resurrection in Black
27:40 Destroyer of Dreams
I found this video on an old hard drive, thought I'd share it. Sorry for the raw camera audio, it is what it is :). Follow Conquering Dystopia on Facebook- / conqueringdystopia
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[@metalrotten5575]

This record is a true masterpiece. I wish they continued touring and releasing more music.

[@negativexmilitia1]

Maybe they'll release the follow up and tour next year for the 10th anniversary?? One can only hope.

[@syzygy2464]

One of the most powerful metal supergroups ever assembled.

[@syzygy2464]

@giveawayKeithmerrow OH BOY, thanks, "totally keith merrow guy". I can't wait for my prize. 🤡

[@MoonlytSonata023]

Title of the songs for reference: 0:00 Prelude to Obliteration 5:29 Tethys 11:04 Ashes of Lesser Men 17:22 Kufra at Dusk 21:30 Autarch 26:48 Resurrection in Black 27:40 Destroyer of Dreams

[@KadintheGuitarDude]

This is probably the #1 band that I hope releases another album eventually

[@awguitarroom8033]

Wow. Jeff on lead guitar, Keith on rythym guitar, Alex on bass, and Rudinger on drums. It doesn't get any more top tier than this.

[@Frantiqdrummer]

This whole live performance is insane, but DAMN Alex Rudinger is truly on fire here!!!

[@pedrocgallardo]

Seriously!!!

[@migueldonn8752]

Ik Right?He does not miss a freakin note. Top notch drummer right there

[@KarzGuitar]

My fave guitarists! Absolutely stoked for the next Conquering Dystopia album!!!

[@mattreynierberger7529]

Did they announce it :O ?

[@otisarcher]

The sickest. Still waiting on album 2!

[@jav6665]

The talent in this band is mind blowing 🤯

[@mattreynierberger7529]

THIS riff on "Destroyer of dream" is so freaking insane, I can't get it out of my head since i heard it for the first time. And seeing it played live after 30 minute of super intense technical death shredding and riffing from everyone is crazy ! Each of the musician on this stage is so talented ! Thank you Keith for sharing this ! Can't wait to hear more from you guys !

[@MikaTarkela]

Easily one of my favorite intro riffs! So cool! Also that sick lead part which Jeff throws in many times, holy shit!

[@mattreynierberger7529]

@@MikaTarkela Indeed, mindblowing music !

[@RichVader]

Blast beats on that song absolutely deliver.

[@mauriziodelucia]

I've buyed the Schetcter signature 7 string of Keith, the one he was playing here, to play "destroyer". It's nine years that I listen to this album and it's absolutely awesome right now!

[@JohnWiku]

What a monster band!!! When can we expect new material? Just asking for a friend 🤣🤣

[@JohnWiku]

@@grey1777 He's earnings the big bucks now, with that girl's band... He didn't even finish his solo album, that was supposed to be ready in 2019... Money talks and that's sad, unfortunately.

[@wesliggett2454]

I’m sure when people realize this is much better than an overrated death metal giant. $$

[@isaiahgrandt5305]

@@wesliggett2454 the music they play now is far from death metal

[@ChainsawChristmas]

Less than 6 months from now

[@ChainsawChristmas]

@@grey1777 I'm not sure you remember correctly at all

[@armandoruizzzz]

Incredible musicianship and definitely one of my favorite albums of all time!

[@cadexbecker2102]

the liquid tension experiment of tech death

[@Mizziri]

Wish I could hear Webster a bit more but WOW you guys were tight as hell. I hope more material is forthcoming eventually.

[@Mizziri]

Also damn, Chon, CD, and AAL on one bill??? That's ridiculously stacked.

[@cosmicmoose6663]

Was able to catch this bill in Pomona that year

[@davem7632]

Just an incredible display of musicianship, otherworldly

[@cr-cn4ky]

We need more Keith Merrow in our lives.

[@deeforty]

Anything to do with Keith just makes my day better, musical icon

[@Theendofeverything-ys7rj]

this live record is a national treasure,must protect at all cost.

[@martinshelton4725]

Hands down, best instrumental album ever written. Performing all that live is freaking insane. This album still inspires me. Thanks guys! God Bless!

[@isaiascastro8821]

Great musicianship, awesome skills in everyone involved. I'd like to think that the making of this mind blowing album was really a nice time, masterpiece. Thanks Keith for the upload.

[@az4x4taco420]

What we need next is a video of just Alex rudingers drum cam, that would be sick 🤘🥁

[@pamparitas]

man i love this i need more of conquering distopia

[@howiezeng7732]

This is a unique album that I have been listening since it came out. I had not picked up playing guitar then. But now I am trying to learning each one of these songs from the published tab book and now have mastered the whole Prelude and Tethys. As a sparetime bedroom guitarist this album kept haunting my practicing for 4 years. It's really enjoyable to both to listen and learn Keith's bizarre riffing and Jeff's unique shredding style. I am really looking forward to a new work by the trio Keith+Jeff+Alex!!!

[@PaulaCarregosa]

This is a masterpiece ❤ Inspirations! My favorite guitarist and people! 🔥

[@GanjawarsLostPro]

27:40 Destroyer of Dreams is beyond incredible

[@WardenOfTerra]

Someone needs to sponsor a world tour for these guys...

[@fatsuperfly]

Awe man… soo good! Hope another colab happens one day

[@naoufalrachidi9279]

The stoïcism of Keith Merrow in the show is just impressive... Mister Jeff Loomis is great as always...

[@normanlycan8235]

Awesome, I havent't seen a whole lot of Conquering Dystopia Live video and I was blown away. Keith Merrow and Jeff Loomis... what can you say? They have become my favorite guitar duo of all time in the last few years. I love this fuckin' music, man!

[@neutronstar6]

this is absolutely incredible!!! alex rudinger is one of the best ever!

[@rabidbadgerbackingtracks4480]

I pretty much just listened to this album on repeat that entire year

[@RichVader]

Fantastic to see this after so many years. CD2 anyone?

[@Madeuphandle]

Enjoyed seeing you guys in Kansas back then!

[@jaxon8686]

This band crushes man.. alex w, alex R, kieth m and jeff l.. fn killin it.. unbelievably sick .

[@drahomirmrva3855]

When I listened to the album and saw the videos I was in awe from all the guitar work, riffs and solos altogether. But in this recording I can truly appreciate the drumming. Alex is a monster.

[@GuitarHeavenPL]

Amazing show

[@blackmetalbreadstick]

this is the real thanksgiving dinner

[@josemauricioclemente9647]

One of the best live performances ever recorded!!!This band is killer and the album is already a classic for me!!

[@a.b.8606]

Yooooo! Thanks for sharing this

[@jacen10]

Thank you so much. This is awesome!

[@SouthShine01]

Yisss pure GOLD !! Thanks Keith!!!!

[@GitKlar]

Epic! Thanks for sharing this, Keith. \m/

[@conanbarbarian8979]

Amazing band! We really need a new album

[@WhatsGoinOnMate]

Brutal, absolute legends!

[@bassmonsteradsit7160]

FUCK YEA!! This has been missing from my life as I never got to see you guys live!

[@derRaff]

Incredible musicians what a performance fantastic!

[@viva360]

the amount of awesomeness in this footage is beyond nuts!

[@ashandesilvaguitarist]

Doing the Second Run in a Row! Was Fortunate Enough to Catch the Livestream First Time!!!

[@AlienRope]

What a sick line up of amazing musicians

[@justinkiehlmeier563]

thats a crazy ass way to open a show, i would have died after seeing that

[@everydayperson764]

Fecking Awesome

[@singulation]

Thanks for the fist bump at the concert the other night, hope to see more Conquering Dystopia records in the future!

[@crushedoremusic]

Just incredible! So much energy and talent!

[@blakebuxton570]

So nice! Pro shot in Poughkeepsie. This is epic. Didnt know Webster joined up for the campaign. Thanks for this!

[@maraudermusic2714]

Awesome!!! Thanks! These guys are like when you light a fuse on fireworks, just step back and watch it go! Also, enjoyed the DVD you made on the making of this project, thank you for that as well! Was sitting here thinking "man wish there was a tab book for this". There is, on your website! Thanks again!

[@SentientVoyager]

Thanks for uploading this Keith. I was at the show in Tucson, AZ. Still one of my favorite concerts. Hope to see you guys again some day.

[@dragnrider9]

I saw them with chon around the same time in okc. was amazing loved the guy and with chon damn. this may have been from the same run.

[@michalzubrzycki4794]

Death Metal version of Cacophony :) The greatest record of all time. I could listen to it non stop. Please Make the next Conquering Dystopia record!

[@kilgore-music]

That is fantastic,wow !!!

[@RNAMusic]

I love this so so so so so so much!❤

[@lucasmerieri]

just amazing🤩

[@merlinp380]

riffmasters! phenomenal performance, incredible musicianship.

[@nelsonvicencio1724]

increible Keith¡¡ saludos desde chile¡¡ ojala un días nos visites¡

[@666percentfishing]

What a fucken good surprise, Saturday night drinking piss at home getting drunk and bored chilling and can watch this live hahaha getcha pull and glad to see Loomis busy rulin', and Webster going hard. Great to see all of you doing what you do best.

[@dryflyguy7075]

Hope you all come through PDX 💯🔥🤘🏻👀

[@s0nspark-public]

We need more!! \m/

[@clowncorpse7230]

Totally amazing🤘🤘

[@evolagenda]

Bring it back!!

[@patoth1]

Thanks Keith. This album accompanied me on many work trips. Sometimes it made me think about how to put voices in it. very good work

[@patoth1]

Only spiration with you tunes Keith. Congrats for you work

[@PlagueRat-]

Crazy I had no idea who KM was, I’m just an old school death metal guy looking for a new guitar. Not only did you help design one of the smoothest guitars I’ve played in a while, but you obviously can play as well! Bravo sir! Thanks for the sick Axe and the killer tunes 🤘I’m a fan now

[@iuri101010]

amazing

[@ianhinkle1878]

I still remember when this album was brand new. Keith, if you’re reading this, there are so many people that would love for CD to make a comeback.

[@emt5330]

It has. He put out a CD, and the first 150 got their copies hand numbered. There should be more for sale in the near future, I would assume

[@niclastname]

Aw man, I didn't read the date at first and thought this was recent, and therefore possibly foreshadowing more Conquering Dystopia on the horizon! D:

[@gabonambo]

Amazing! My favorite riff man and my favorite shred man, that drums and that bass 🤯 wow! What a killer band. Hails from Mexico 🇲🇽

[@andreatonni6305]

Fuck Yeeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaah!!!! Pure Metal

[@KhersonRockClub]

The last song is my favorite

[@slashclash21bharat]

Insanely good 🤘Full Power 👌

[@fabrydamage]

Guys, please. We're still in wait for your next album...

[@craigparrish7139]

This is monstrous in every way.

[@blackdahlia6282]

What a band,what a line up,oh God i miss conquering dystopia.

[@gripphillips]

totally awesome stuff .

[@ForestPettit-jb7jl]

That's what I'm talking about, !! Yeah!!!!

[@vaanff1942]

Wow! what a show

[@JOpethNYC]

So damn good 🤘🎸🤘🎸

[@faicalmourabit6191]

And now an announcement that they will tour again in 2024!

[@joshpetit44]

You should do another tour! I thought by upload date that you guys were and got soo excited lol

[@ORKESTRAL666]

Thanks for the upload man! Got any Alluvial full sets?

[@mdn8334]

Love these guys! This is one of the most stacked bands ever! So much talent it's insane!

[@mdn8334]

@Keith_Merrow What?!?

[@mdn8334]

@Keith_Merrow.. whatever that is?

[@lumberfoot2004]

Conquering Dystopia live in dystopia.

[@LeonardoPinto]

Sweet!!! 🤘😎🤘

[@romansingleton8831]

insane skills right there

[@sourcecompilestudios3554]

\m/ Such an epic project

[@mathausnascimento4750]

Alex Rudinger

[@king-korestudio6311]

SUPER GROUP!!!!

[@alexanderpankratov5019]

Круть, вот бы ещё альбомчик!

[@alexanderpankratov5019]

@Keith_Merrow oh really?

[@AliKhan-sy9jy]

CRAZY band!

[@xxchugchugxx420]

Music to my F' in Ears !

[@Dogu_7]

Unbelievable 😮

[@user-vw3rd7zo1m]

animals as leaders praying they on form following this masterpiece

[@TiagoLimametal]

Wowwww 🤘🏽