Parallel 44 Presents lespecial live in Bend on Thursday, February 15, 2024 at Volcanic Theatre. Prog-Tronic Power Trio lespecial's innovative and electrifying sound has been captivating Bend audiences since we first brought them and we're looking forward to this next play, on the heels of their new release, Odd Times. This time they'll be joined by dance rockers Spunj & guitarist/producer High Gain Theory. 7:30PM Doors. 8PM show. All ages are welcome. About lespecial: lespecial is redefining the term “power trio”. The multi-instrumentalists from Connecticut continue to push the boundaries of what a three-piece band is capable of both live and in thestudio ahead of their latest album, “Odd Times”. The band’s signature blend of “heavy futuregroove” combines headbanging metal riffage and surgical rhythmic precision with bone shaking808s, sub synths and ethereal vocal stylings for a dance floor that welcomes moshing, dancingand hip swaying alike. Listeners are taken on ajourney to the musical netherworld throughesoteric soundscapes punctuated by raw, primal power. Odd Times, lespecial’s darkest and heaviest record to date, is an enigmatic and compellingmusical project that explores the ever-changing nature of time amidst isolation. With heavy riffs,tribal drumming, and hints of levity, it's a captivating journey crafted in collaboration withHavok's David Sanchez. An intriguing blend of old-school metal and modern djent-inspiredriffage awaits in this haunting sonic experience.