Thrice fans were treated to an onslaught of music in 2007 and 2008, from the band’s multi-disc conceptual project (The Alchemy Index, which saw the musicians tackling iambic pentameter and thematic concepts) to two live recordings. If The MySpace Transmissions EP was a six-song appetizer to Thrice’s live show, then Live at the House of Blues is the whole enchilada, featuring two discs of concert material and an accompanying bonus DVD. Most of the material is fairly new, with The Alchemy Index dominating the set list and only three tracks hailing from Thrice’s pre-Vheissu days. While The Alchemy Index was originally split into four separately themed discs, however, Live at the House of Blues mixes those songs together, integrating the various styles in a way that showcases Thrice’s aptitude and encourages an unexpected set. This may be for fans only, but they certainly won’t be disappointed. – Andrew Leahey
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