Along the lines of the infinite monkey theorem, if one was to program a group of AI-enhanced robots to create metal music, there’s every chance it would sound like Meshuggah. The Swedish tech-metal pioneers – so revered they are playing the Royal Albert Hall later this week – are known for their punishingly heavy riffs, technical prowess and colossal sonic power, delivered with machine-like precision.
Touring in support of their latest album Immutable, the quintet is greeted with boisterous chants of “Meh-shoo-gah”. Moments earlier, the crowd sings along to Careless Whisper’s saxophone parts, which is played over the PA. It’s probably the most fun they’ll have all night.
