LIVE REVIEW (written by J Ozzy Reich myspace 2009)
Floyd's Music Store - August 29, 2009


Formed in the deep south culture of the Florida Keys in 2001, 20WT moved to Jacksonville during 2003 in efforts to create an expanding fanbase that exists throughout the panhandle - with Tallahassee (Floyd's) serving as the vital hub.

Self-described as a reggae, ska and metal band, the trio out of Orange Park set the mood early for the respective bands to follow with a very energetic and kick ass set of their own.

Band members are...

J. Hooks - Bass / Vocals
David Kelly - Drums
Ryan Wilson - Guitar / Vocals

With a perfect blend of reggae and rock, the very energetic J. Hooks and Ryan Wilson repeatedly shook the entire stage with heavy riffs and energetic moves that appeared to explode out of nowhere following brief moments of reggae. Not to be overlooked, David Kelly undoubtedly stretched the respective drum heads to the point of no repair, snapping several drumsticks throughout the set.

Their set list included...

Ordinary
Fell Out
I Don't Care
Wait
Disconnected
Fool's Disdain
Comfortably Apathetic
Here We Are
Everyday
Starin' In The Sun

Their approach was fantastic. Faster than a speeding bullet, 20WT rapidly blistered songs from the reggae style of Bob Marley, to that of the Police and the final conquest of Rage of the Machine within mere seconds.

Their guitar riffs during "Everyday" fricking blew me away.

It was fascinating to watch and listen to these guys.

Grab their CD "In A Tree There is a Bird That Sings"!!!