The Mars Volta

The Mars Volta - Goliath Live Performance at Sonisphere Festival

Sonisphere Festival
Knebworth, England, United Kingdom

The Mars Volta - Live Performance of Inertiatic ESP at Summer Sonic Festival

Summer Sonic Festival
Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

• In August 2011, The Mars Volta performed at the Summer Sonic Festival in Tokyo, delivering a live rendition of "Inertiatic ESP." At this point in thei... Read Full Description >

  In August 2011, The Mars Volta performed at the Summer Sonic Festival in Tokyo, delivering a live rendition of "Inertiatic ESP." At this point in their career, the band was promoting their fifth studio album, "Noctourniquet," which was released in March 2012. The performance exemplified the band's signature blend of progressive rock and experimental sounds, showcasing their dynamic musicianship and theatrical stage presence. Interestingly, "Inertiatic ESP" is one of the tracks from their acclaimed 2003 album "De-Loused in the Comatorium," which helped establish their reputation in the progressive rock scene. Despite announcing a hiatus shortly after the "Noctourniquet" tour, their performance at Summer Sonic solidified their status as influential artists known for their energetic live shows. The choice to perform older material like "Inertiatic ESP" highlights their connection to their earlier works, even as they explored new musical directions.