Horns Up Rocks: 3/11/12

Saturday, March 17, 2012

DevilDriver Bassist To Miss "Metalliance Tour" Due To Illness - Official Statement Available!

As previously reported, DevilDriver bassist Aaron "Bubble" Patrick was hospitalized with pneumonia. After undergoing a series of tests, he has been diagnosed with Streptococcus Pneumonia (a very serious condition). As a result, he will not be able to headline the 2012 "Metalliance Tour" with his band DevilDriver. The DevilDriver camp has announced that "Bubble's" former Bury Your Dead bandmate Chris Towing, will be filling in for the entire tour!

Here is the Official statement from Jane, who is "Bubble's" mother:

"The Streptococcus pneumonia has damaged Aaron's liver, kidneys and bone marrow. He has been able to cough up a fair amount of infection, but his lungs are still very full. Along with the pneumonia, there have also been a series of side effects that are taking a toll on his body. A horrible case of pancreatitis has developed, which caused his fever to persist. He is still dependent on oxygen and cannot be released until he can breathe sufficiently and the oxygen is not required.

"So now his release date may be pushed back until early next week, March 20? Then he must rest at least a week before getting on a plane, as the lungs cannot take the pressure. I am hoping to get him home on a non-stop flight around the 30th of March. He will have to again rest for weeks. The doctor told me it was touch and go before I got [to the hospital]. We are hopeful for release early next week.

"Prayers, please!"

We wish "Bubble" a quick and healthy recovery! Please send him your Metallic vibes!

Metalliance Tour, featuring DevilDriver, Dying Fetus, The Faceless, Job For A Cowboy, 3 Inches Of Blood, Impending Doom, and Wretched.

- 3/17: St Petersburg, FL @ State Theater
- 3/18: Charlotte, NC @ Amos' Southend
- 3/20: Baltimore, MD @ Sonar
- 3/21: New York, NY @ Gramercy Theater
- 3/22: Danvers, MA @ Palace Ballroom
- 3/23: Montreal, QC @ Le National
- 3/24: Toronto, ON @ Opera House
- 3/25: Columbus, OH @ Alrosa Villa
- 3/26: Joliet, IL @ Mojoe's
- 3/27: St Paul, MN @ Station-4
- 3/28: Winnipeg, MB @ Garrick Centre
- 3/29: Regina, SK @ Riddell Centre
- 3/30: Edmonton, AB @ Edmonton Events Centre
- 3/31: Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw Theater
- 4/01: Seattle, WA @ Studio Seven
- 4/02: Portland, OR @ Hawthorne Theater
- 4/05: Oakland, CA @ The Pound
- 4/06: Hollywood, CA @ The Music Box
- 4/07: Tempe, AZ @ Marquee Theater
- 4/09: Denver, CO @ The Summit Music Hall
- 4/10: Omaha, NE @ Sokol Auditorium
- 4/11: Des Moines, IA @ 7 Flags Event Center
- 4/13: Memphis, TN @ New Daisy Theater
- 4/15: Lawrence, KS @ Granada Theater
- 4/16: Tulsa, OK @ Cain's Ballroom
- 4/19: Dallas, TX @ House Of Blues
- 4/20: Austin, TX @ Emo's East
- 4/21: Houston, TX @ House Of Blues

Related links:
DevilDriver
Metalliance Tour
Mosh Potatoes
eOne Music

Original KITTIE Lineup To Reunite To Jam 'SPIT'?

Badass Metallers KITTIE might be planning a reunion of the original lineup! The all-girl Canadian Metal band that changed the face of Heavy Music in the mid 90s, might be cooking up a series of reunion shows that would feature the original lineup: Morgan Lander (Vocals, Guitar), Mercedes Lander (Drums), Fallon Bowman (Duitar) and Tanya Candler (Bass). And get this, they would perform there gold-certified 1999 debut album, 'Spit', in its entirety. This is the Twit that woke up this rumor:

"If we did shows with the original lineup (@fallonbowman, @TanyaCandler) and played all of 'Spit' in its entirety, would you come? And where?"

Former bassist Tanya Candler left KITTIE in the winter of 1999 righter after 'Spit' was released via Artemis Records, in order to finish high school and was replaced by Talena Atfield.

If the original KITTIE lineup would return and perform 'Spit' in its entirety, would you be there? Let us know in the comments section.

Kittie in North America in support of 'I've Failed You':

- 4/10/12 Poughkeepsie, NY The Loft
- 4/11/12 Albany, NY Bogie's
- 4/12/12 Reading, PA Reverb
- 4/13/12 Rochester, NY Montage Music Hall
- 4/14/12 Portage, IN Camelot Hall
- 4/15/12 Waterloo, IA Spicoli's Grill
- 4/16/12 Peoria IL Brass Rail
- 4/17/12 Milwaukee, WI Rave
- 4/18/12 St Paul, MN Station 4
- 4/19/12 Winnipeg, MB Park Theatre
- 4/20/12 Regina, SK The Exchange
- 4/21/12 Edmonton, AL Pawn Shop
- 4/22/12 Prince George, BC The Generator
- 4/23/12 Vancouver, BC Red Room
- 4/24/12 Seattle WA El Corazon
- 4/25/12 Portland, OR Hawthorne Theatre
- 4/26/12 San Francisco, CA The Grand Ballroom
- 4/27/12 Anaheim, CA The Grove
- 4/28/12 Bakersfield, CA Jerry's
- 4/29/12 Las Vegas, NV Cheyenne Saloon
- 4/30/12 Salt Lake City, UT Vertigo
- 5/1/12 Englewood, CO Moe's
- 5/2/12 Albuquerque, NM Sunshine Theater
- 5/3/12 Odessa, TX Dos Amigos
- 5/4/12 Dallas, TX Trees
- 5/5/12 Houston, TX Scout Bar
- 5/6/12 Tyler, TX Clicks
- 5/7/12 Oklahoma City, OK The Roxy
- 5/8/12 Tulsa, OK Marquee
- 5/9/12 Kansas City, MO The Beaumont Club
- 5/10/12 St Louis, MO The Firebird
- 5/11/12 Joliet, Il Mojoes
- 5/12/12 Detroit, MI Blondie's
- 5/13/12 Cleveland, OH Peabody's
- 5/14/12 West Springfield, VA Jaxx
- 5/15/12 Baltimore, MD Soundstage
- 5/16/12 New York, NY The Gramercy Theatre
- 5/17/12 Hampton Beach, NH Wallys Pub
- 5/18/12 Worcester, MA Tammany Hall
- 5/19/12 Boston, MA Middle East Downstairs
- 5/20/12 Auburn, ME Club Texas
- 5/21/12 Montreal, QUE FouFounes
- 5/22/12 Ottawa, ON Mavericks
- 5/23/12 Hartford, CT Webster Theater
- 5/24/12 Trenton, NJ Championship Bar and Grill
- 5/25/12 Providence, RI The Ruins at Coliseum

Related links:
CLICK HERE TO PREVIEW/PURCHASE ON ITUNES
Kittie's Official Site
EONE Music

Do You Want To Be In PANTERA's NEW Video For "Piss"? Enter This VULGAR Contest!

Here is a message from the PANTERA boys:

"We are looking for footage of our fans rockin out & moshing to their favorite Pantera song... as hard as they can! The fans that shred the hardest will get their mugs featured in the upcoming NEW PANTERA video for PISS, which is our final UNRELEASED song. Headbang with your friends, climb the walls of your bedroom, skate around the parking lot where you hang out… however you listen to Metal, do it for your iPhone, Android, Flipcam, Bloggie, etc and send it to us! You must be over 18 to participate.

"Here is what you have to do: Submit a video file of you moshing and raging to your favorite Pantera song. It should just be 1-2 min of your absolute favorite song right in front of the camera. Please make sure to state your name and age at the beginning of the video so we can match it with your e-mail. Please visit the following URL to upload your video: http://panteramusicvideo.blogspot.com/. If your video is chosen, you will be notified via email and given further instructions."

Related links:
Pantera
http://panteramusicvideo.blogspot.com/

Friday, March 16, 2012

VINNIE PAUL: "We should just leave the fourteen amazing years Pantera had be."

As we have said MANY times, a PANTERA reunion without the late great Dimebag Darrell Abbott would be the worst moment in Heavy Music history. Why?

1) Dimebag Darrell Abbott was the main song writer in PANTERA.
2) Nobody can replace DIME! When we saw Kerry King (Slayer) perform "A New Level" and "Fucking Hostile" together with Scott Ian and Rob Caggiano (Anthrax) at the "Metal Masters Clinic 2" in New York City late last year, none of them did justice to DIME's shredding abilities!
3) Reunions are usually organized when all the members of a band are still alive and well.

We are glad to hear that Vinnie Paul doesn't think a PANTERA reunion is a smart move. Also, when we spoke with bassist Rex Brown he clearly stated that it would NEVER happen (watch our interview with Rex below)!

However, Vinnie told Cindy Scull of the Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas radio station 97.1 The Eagle Rocks, that IF there would be a reunion Zakk Wylde from Black Label Society would be the candidate to fill in for DIME!

"I spent two hours with Zakk, sitting down — a really great talk about… [Zakk] calls [Dimebag] 'the old man.' I mean, [Zakk] and my brother were so tight. If [a PANTERA reformation] ever were to happen, [Zakk] would be the guy [to step in for Dimebag]. But I honestly think, out of respect for my brother, we should just leave the 14 amazing years PANTERA had be. We're all happy doing our own thing. We have to continue living and do other things. But the 20th anniversary of [PANTERA's classic second major label album] 'Vulgar Display Of Power' is coming — that was our best record ever. There's a new song on [the upcoming 20th-anniversary reissue of 'Vulgar'] nobody's ever heard [called 'Piss' that goes] 'You're just piss in the wind.' It's totally Phil [Anselmo, former PANTERA singer] — his attitude, everything that PANTERA was all about. I'm really proud of it. I'm really excited to see it [come out]."

Related links:
Pantera

Tourdates For 'DEATH To All Tour 2012' (Tribute To Chuck Chuldiner) Are Available Now!

As we told you all yesterday, the "Death To All Tour 2012" (presented by Sick Drummer Magazine and Perseverance Holdings Ltd.) is coming to the United States in benefit of Sweet Relief. The short tour will feature a handful of DEATH All-Starts, as well as various special guests. This tour is to celebrate the life and music of Chuck Schuldiner, as well as to raise awareness of Sweet Relief Musicians Fund — a charity that provides financial assistance to career musicians faced with illness, disability or age-related problems. Here is the confirmed list of tourdates!

- June 22: The Regency Ballroom in San Francisco, CA
- June 23: House of Blues in West Hollywood, CA
- June 26: House of Blues in Chicago, IL
- June 28: Irving Plaza in New York, NY
- June 30: The Beacham in Orlando, FL

Ready to freak out?

- Drums: Gene Hoglan ("Individual Thought Patterns", "Symbolic") and Sean Reinert ("Human")
- Bass: Steve DiGiorgio ("Human", "Individual Thought Patterns") and Scott Clendenin ("The Sound Of Perseverance")
- Guitars: Paul Masvidal ("Human"), Shannon Hamm ("The Sound of Perseverance") and Bobby Koelble ("Symbolic")

Related links:
Death' Official Site
Death To All Tour on Facebook

Snippet Of A NEW PANTERA Song Called "Piss" Is Ready For Your Ears!

As previously reported, those of you who are attending the Revolver Golden Gods Awards, are in for a treat: UNRELEASED PANTERA song!

PANTERA will celebrate the 20th anniversary of their landmark album, 'Vulgar Display of Power', with the worldwide debut of their first music video in 12 years, for the previously unreleased song, “Piss,” from the Vulgar recording sessions. PANTERA drummer Vinnie Paul commented, “‘Piss’ is the only unheard complete Pantera track in existence. It was recorded at the same time as Vulgar Display of Power and it’s 100 percent Pantera with attitude and our signature groove! After mixing it, I can’t believe it didn’t make the record! So it’s 2012 and 20 years later and NEW Pantera music has been delivered. Cheers!”

Related links:
Pantera
Click here to cast your votes for the 2012 Revolver Golden Gods Awards
Click here to purchase your tickets on Ticketmaster.com

FOZZY's Chris Jericho Talks About Hosting The 4th Edition Of The Revolver Golden Gods Awards - Video Available!

America’s only Hard Rock and Heavy Metal award show is back for 2012! The fourth annual REVOLVER GOLDEN GODS AWARD SHOW presented by Epiphone® will take place Wednesday, April 11, at Club Nokia in Downtown Los Angeles and will once again be hosted by Chris Jericho (FOZZY). For the first time ever, the event will be broadcast live in its entirety on Xbox LIVE, as well as on the Xbox and Revolver Facebook pages. Tickets are on sale now via Ticketmaster.

Here is what Chris Jericho had to say about the 2012 REVOLVER GOLDEN GODS AWARD SHOW!

Cast your vote now at Golden Gods Awards.com. The nominees for the 2012 REVOLVER GOLDEN GODS AWARDS presented by Epiphone® are:

Best Guitarist, presented by Epiphone®:

- Jinxx and Jake Pitts (Black Veil Brides)
- Zoltan Bathory and Jason Hook (Five Finger Death Punch)
- Willie Adler and Mark Morton (Lamb of God)
- Robb Flynn and Phil Demmel (Machine Head)
- Dave Mustaine and Chris Broderick (Megadeth)
- Matt Heafy and Corey Beaulieu (Trivium)

Best Drummer, presented by Drum Workshop®:

- Charlie Benante (Anthrax)
- Jeremy Spencer (Five Finger Death Punch)
- Taylor Hawkins (Foo Fighters)
- Chris Adler (Lamb of God)
- Brann Dailor (Mastodon)
- Tomas Haake (Meshuggah)

Best Vocalist, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink®:

- Sebastian Bach
- Andy Biersack (Black Veil Brides)
- James Durbin
- Amy Lee (Evanescence)
- Ivan Moody (Five Finger Death Punch)
- Jonathan Davis (Korn)

Album of the Year, presented by Marshall Amplification®:

- Anthrax, Worship Music
- Evanescence, Evanescence
- Five Finger Death Punch, American Capitalist
- Foo Fighters, Wasting Light
- Korn, The Path of Totality
- Lamb of God, Resolution

Best Live Band, presented by Samson/Zoom®:

- Avenged Sevenfold
- Foo Fighters
- Guns N’ Roses
- Judas Priest
- Seether
- Tool

Most Metal Athlete:

- Gina Carano (MMA fighting)
- Brian Deegan (pro motocross)
- Evan Longoria (MLB baseball)
- Dirk Nowitzki (NBA basketball)
- Mitch Petrus (NFL football)
- CM Punk (WWE wrestling)

Comeback of the Year, presented by Eagle Rock Entertainment®:

- Anthrax
- Dream Theater
- Evanescence
- Ministry
- Slipknot
- Van Halen

Riff Lord:

- Scott Ian (Anthrax)
- Zakk Wylde (Black Label Society)
- Dave Grohl (Foo Fighters)
- Munky (Korn)
- Slash
- Eddie Van Halen (Van Halen)

Paul Gray Best Bassist, presented by Dean Markley®:

- Frank Bello (Anthrax)
- Michael Anthony (Chickenfoot)
- Fieldy (Korn)
- David Ellefson (Megadeth)
- Nikki Sixx (Sixx:A.M.)
- Wolfgang Van Halen (Van Halen)

Best International Band, presented by Musicians Institute®:

- Behemoth
- Lacuna Coil
- Rammstein
- Sepultura
- Meshuggah
- X Japan

Most Dedicated Fans:

- Asking Alexandria
- Avenged Sevenfold
- Black Veil Brides
- Evanescence
- Falling in Reverse
- HIM

Related links:
Click here to cast your votes for the 2012 Revolver Golden Gods Awards
Click here to purchase your tickets on Ticketmaster.com

KILLCODE To Celebrate The Release Of Their NEW Album At The Bowery Ballroom In New York City - Get Your Tickets Now!

The NEW self-titled full length album by New York City rockers KILLCODE, possesses all the elements necessary for an album to become an instant classic. Not only is every song full of soul and power, but the composition and the performance level presented by the KILLCODE boys - Tom Morrisey (Vocals), Chas Banellis & Pat Harrington (Guitars), Erric Bonesmith (Bass), and Rob Noxious (Drums) - is proof that KILLCODE are ready for the big league's. KILLCODE is a band that keeps getting better and better thanks to their hard work, dedication and passion.

As we have previously stated, KILLCODE represents the present and the future of the New York underground Hard Rock music scene, thanks to their ability of creating music that's fresh and fun. The KILLCODE crew recently completed the production of their NEW self-tiled album, with producer Stacy O'Dell as the leader of the project.

In celebration of the release of their NEW album, KILLCODE will be taking center stage at the legendary Bowery Ballroom in New York City, next Saturday, March 24th. The event is presented by Wendigo Productions, and will also feature:

- Star Killer
- Stoned Fire
- Vajra
- Eva And Her Vrigins

Additionally, the event will be hosted by Jo Schüftan from Horns Up Rocks and the multi-talented Arden Leigh. Plus, there will be an after party at Three Of Cups!

NOTE: Show Age is 18+

Tix are $15 in advance and can be purchased from the band and $18 at the door or at the link below!

The Most Dangerous Band In The World, Slayer, Wants To Warm You Up!

The mighty SLAYER has unveiled the first-ever "Slayer Woven Tapestry Blanket", in order to help their fans keep warm or to simply have a kickass blanket hanging on their walls. You can purchase the "Slayer Woven Tapestry Blanket" below.

As previously reported, SLAYER is currently working on their 12th studio album, which they plan on releasing later this year. Additionally, SLAYER will be co-headlining the 2012 ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK MAYHEM FESTIVAL:

6/30 – San Bernardino, CA
7/1 – San Francisco, CA
7/3 – Seattle, WA
7/6 – Phoenix, AZ
7/7 – Albuquerque, NM
7/8 – Denver, CO
7/10 – Dallas, TX
7/11 – Houston, TX
7/13 – Tampa, FL
7/14 – Atlanta, GA
7/15 – Indianapolis, IN
7/18 – Oklahoma City, OK
7/20 – St. Louis, MO
7/21 – Chicago, IL
7/22 – Detroit, MI
7/24 – Cincinnati, OH
7/25 – Cleveland, OH
7/27 – Philadelphia, PA
7/28 – Pittsburgh, PA
7/29 – Washington, DC
7/31 – Saratoga, NY
8/1 – Buffalo, NY
8/3 – Boston, MA
8/4 – Scranton, PA
8/5 – Hartford, CT

Stay tuned for more Slayer news!

Related links:
Click here to purchase the "Slayer Woven Tapestry Blanket"
Slayer's Official Site

A LIFE ONCE LOST Is Set To Enter Andreas Magnusson’s Planet Red Studio To Record NEW Album

Philadelphia, PA’s A LIFE ONCE LOST can now officially confirm that they will be heading to Planet Red in Richmond, VA on April 10th, 2012 to record the long-awaited follow-up to the band’s 2007 album 'Iron Gag'. Planet Red is owned and operated by famed producer Andreas Magnusson (The Black Dahlia Murder, Impending Doom). The band has been experimenting with new sounds and styles while staying true to their groove-tinged roots, promising to appeal to old and NEW fans alike.

“I have a lot of NEW material to work with here so it will be a breeze for us to make a super epic record,” states producer Andreas Magnusson.

“We are excited to be working with an old friend on this upcoming record,” adds frontman Bob Meadows. “Andreas has worked on some cool stuff and the chemistry between him and the band works out great. Stay tuned for some video clips of our time in the studio and random news blurbs on our Facebook and Twitter pages.”

The band will release the currently untitled NEW album with international label Season of Mist. Season of Mist is home to many other impressive acts such as Atheist, Cynic, Dillinger Escape Plan, Kylesa, Mayhem, Morbid Angel, and Watain. A LIFE ONCE LOST recently chose Baltimore, MD based artist Brian Baker to illustrate the album art.

Stay tuned for more news about A LIFE ONCE LOST!

Related links:
Official site of A Life Once Lost
A Life Once Lost on MySpace
A Life Once Lost on Twitter
A Life Once Lost on Facebook

Thursday, March 15, 2012

Video Chat With The Queen Of Heavy Metal DORO Is Available Now For Your Viewing Pleasure!

Photo by: Andreas Beckers

The queen of German Metal, DORO PESCH, recently took part in an online chat with here devoted fans at the Nuclear Blast Streaming Room. The entire Q & A session can be watched below.

In other DORO news, the Metal diva is currently wrapping up her NEW studio album for an October release via Nuclear Blast Records. An EP will precede the full-length CD in early summer.

DORO will be taking over Europe this fall. The 19-date trek will kick off on November 15 in Kiel, Germany and will wrap on December 9 in Berlin. Additionally, Doro will be taking part of a handful of Metal fests.

- 20.04.12: NOR in Haugesund, Karmøygeddon Metal Festival
- 21.04.12: NOR in Jevnaker, Jevnaker
- 09.08.12: GER in Rottweil, Kultur Festival
- 11.08.12: SWE in Rejmyre, Skogsroejet Festival
- 15.11.12: GER in Kiel, Max
- 16.11.12: GER in Bremen, Aladin
- 17.11.12: NED in Tilburg, O13
- 18.11.12: BEL in Antwerp, Trix
- 20.11.12: GBR in London, Garage
- 21.11.12: FRA in Paris, Divan Du Monde
- 23.11.12: ESP in Pamplona, Totem
- 24.11.12: ESP in Madrid, Arena
- 25.11.12: ESP in Barcelona, Razzmatazz 2
- 27.11.12: SWI in Pratteln, Z7
- 28.11.12: GER in Stuttgart, Longhorn/LKA
- 30.11.12: GER in Memmingen, Kaminwerk
- 01.12.12: AUT in Wien, Scene
- 02.12.12: HUN in Budapest, Club 202
- 04.12.12: TCH in Prag, Retro Music Hall
- 06.12.12: GER in Bochum, Zeche
- 07.12.12: GER in Karlsruhe, Substage
- 08.12.12: GER in Vacha, Vachwerk
- 09.12.12: GER in Berlin, Huxleys Neue Welt

Reigning Queen of Metal DORO PESCH will be appearing as a guest on VH1 Classic’s Season 10 of “That Metal Show.”

Related links:
Official Site of Doro Pesch
Nuclear Blast Records Streaming Room
Nuclear Blast Web Shop
Doro Pesch's Official Facebook
Doro Pesch on Twitter

DEATH All-Stars To Take Part In 'Death To All Tour 2012' - Details Available!

The "Death To All Tour 2012" (presented by Sick Drummer Magazine and Perseverance Holdings Ltd.) is coming to the United States in benefit of Sweet Relief. The short tour will feature a handful of DEATH All-Starts, as well as various special guests. This tour is to celebrate the life and music of Chuck Schuldiner, as well as to raise awareness of Sweet Relief Musicians Fund — a charity that provides financial assistance to career musicians faced with illness, disability or age-related problems.

The festivities will begin in San Francisco, California and work its way to Orlando, Florida — stopping in Los Angeles, Chicago and New York City.

Ready to freak out?

- Drums: Gene Hoglan ("Individual Thought Patterns", "Symbolic") and Sean Reinert ("Human")
- Bass: Steve DiGiorgio ("Human", "Individual Thought Patterns") and Scott Clendenin ("The Sound Of Perseverance")
- Guitars: Paul Masvidal ("Human"), Shannon Hamm ("The Sound of Perseverance") and Bobby Koelble ("Symbolic")

Related links:
Death' Official Site
Death To All Tour on Facebook

'TALLICA Returns To Mexico This Summer & Plans To Unveil SICKEST Stage Ever!

The Kings of Thrash Metal, Metallica, will return to Mexico a month after the Orion Music + More weekend (scheduled to take place in Atlantic City, New Jersey on June 23rd and June 24th). The band will be unveiling their NEW stage: a 140x50-foot stage that features colossal components and striking visual elements spanning Metallica's 30-year career.

"After years in the making, we are beyond excited to finally unveil the all new, out of control, massive stage and Metalli-show to some of our most rabid fans in the world with two shows in Mexico City at Sports Palace on August 1 and 2, 2012.

"When we last visited Mexico City in June of 2009, those three sold out nights with over 150,000 of our craziest friends at Foro Sol Stadium were some of the most memorable, over the top, insane shows we have ever played. Now we'll be back with a brand new show that features your favorite iconic elements spanning our entire 30 year touring career all on a massive stage that is twice the size of the World Magnetic set up... we think it's something that needs to be seen to believed!!!

"Tickets go on sale on Saturday, March 24 at 11:00 AM at Ticketmaster.mx. There will be a Banamex pre-sale starting Thursday, March 22 at 11:00 AM, ending Friday March 23 at 8:00 PM.

"Finally, Met Club members should log in for details about their special pre-sale that begins on March 20 at 11:00 AM and will end on March 21 at 8:00 PM.

"Mexico will be the first to see what will be the cornerstone of our touring escapades for years to come. Don't be scared boys and girls, this is going next level and we are just getting started!"

- METALLICA

Related links:
Ticketmaster in Mexico
Metallica's Official Site

Dez Fafara From DevilDriver + Mark Morton From Lamb Of God = BORN OF THE STORM

Two of the hardest working dudes in Heavy Music, Dez Fafara (DevilDriver, Coal Chamber) and Mark Morton (Lamb Of God), had the genious idea of forming a side project together. Dubbed as BORN OF THE STORM, this collaborative effort has the headbangers of the world on the edge of their seats.

According to Morton, Kevin Talley (SIX FEET UNDER, DAATH, MISERY INDEX, CHIMAIRA) played drums on the demos, with Morton handling the bass on "Dust".

Writing on his Twitter profile, Fafara previously compared the music to CIRCUS OF POWER meets "Badmotorfinger"-era SOUNDGARDEN while Morton cited Chicago doom legends TROUBLE as an influence on the material. At least 14 "killer tunes" have been written so far.

Right now you can download for FREE, two NEW songs!

* "Nowhere Fast" (Featuring Ryan Lake of ALABAMA THUNDERPUSSY)
* "Dust"

Related links:
DevilDriver
Lamb Of God

Official Trailer For The 2012 Black N' Blue Bowl - Starring: RANCID, SHEER TERROR, YOUTH OF TODAY & Many More!

The 2012 Black N' Blue Bowl will take place once again at Webster Hall (formerly known as The Ritz), in New York city on May 19th 2012.

The Lineup:

- RANCID
- SHEER TERROR
- A TRIBUTE TO RAYBEEZ (ft. members of Warzone & friends)
- YOUTH OF TODAY
- OUTBURST
- THE MOB
- DYS
- HAZEN STREET
- MINUS 1 (ft. Minus w/ members of Merauder)
- ROTTING OUT
- SUBURBAN SCUM
- FIRST BLOOD
- BORN FROM PAIN
- KING NINE

Tickets available online at: PitchforkNY.com and at the following locations;

Generation Records
210 Thompson Street
New York, NY 10012
(212) 254-1100

NYHC Tattoo
127 Stanton Street
New York, NY 10002
(212) 979-0350

Lotus Tattoo
291 W Main Street
Sayville, NY 11782
(631) 244-8288

Related links:
Click here to purchase tickets for the 2012 Black N' Blue Bowl
Official Site Of Black N Blue Productions
Access Black N Blue Radio Takeover

Jon Schaffer Talks About Touring North America, NEW Album 'Dystopia' & The Roots Of The Band!

Jon Schaffer formed Purgatory (which eventually became Iced Earth) in Tampa, Florida, in 1984. Since then, he has released 10 studio albums, the newest being the highly-acclaimed 'Dystopia' (October, 2011) – which debuted at #67 on the Billboard Top 200 – one live album, two compilations, three boxed sets, and several DVDs. Thanks to massive worldwide sales — and rabidly loyal fans – Iced Earth has earned a seat in the pantheon of America’s most successful Heavy Metal bands.

The Floridian Metallers recently concluded an extensive North American tour with SYMPHONY X and WARBRINGER. During the bands New York City takeover on March 10th at the Best Buy Theater in Times Square, we had the chance to chat with Jon Schaffer about the succesful tour, their NEW album 'Dystopia', their NEW singer Stu Block and about the roots of Iced Earth! Check this interview out and spread the word!

Related links:
Iced Earth's Official Site
Iced Earth on Facebook
Iced Earth on YouTube

WRETCHED Release Teaser For "Dilated Dissapointment" Music Video!

WRETCHED has released a clip from their upcoming music video “Dilated Disappointment”, off 'Son Of Perdition', set to be released on March 26th via Victory Records.

The band will support their upcoming album, 'Son Of Perdition' on the "Metalliance Tour" which begins March 15th in Austin, alongside DevilDriver, The Faceless, Job For A Cowboy and more!

- 3/15: Austin, TX @ SXSW / Scoot Inn
- 3/16: New Orleans, LA @ The Hangar
- 3/17: St Petersburg, FL @ State Theater
- 3/18: Charlotte, NC @ Amos' Southend
- 3/20: Baltimore, MD @ Sonar
- 3/21: New York, NY @ Gramercy Theater
- 3/22: Danvers, MA @ Palace Ballroom
- 3/23: Montreal, QC @ Le National
- 3/24: Toronto, ON @ Opera House
- 3/25: Columbus, OH @ Alrosa Villa
- 3/26: Joliet, IL @ Mojoe's
- 3/27: St Paul, MN @ Station-4
- 3/28: Winnipeg, MB @ Garrick Centre
- 3/29: Regina, SK @ Riddell Centre
- 3/30: Edmonton, AB @ Edmonton Events Centre
- 3/31: Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw Theater
- 4/01: Seattle, WA @ Studio Seven
- 4/02: Portland, OR @ Hawthorne Theater
- 4/05: Oakland, CA @ The Pound
- 4/06: Hollywood, CA @ The Music Box
- 4/07: Tempe, AZ @ Marquee Theater
- 4/09: Denver, CO @ The Summit Music Hall
- 4/10: Omaha, NE @ Sokol Auditorium
- 4/11: Des Moines, IA @ 7 Flags Event Center
- 4/13: Memphis, TN @ New Daisy Theater
- 4/15: Lawrence, KS @ Granada Theater
- 4/16: Tulsa, OK @ Cain's Ballroom
- 4/19: Dallas, TX @ House Of Blues
- 4/20: Austin, TX @ Emo's East
- 4/21: Houston, TX @ House Of Blues

Check out the killer full track for “Repeat…The End Is Near” featured in drummer Marshall's new drum demonstration video below.

The brand NEW digital single of “Dilated Disappointment” is now available on iTunes and AmazonMP3. You can also preorder Son Of Perdition release now!

MEGADETH Releases NEW Book Entitled "Megadeth: Another Time, A Different Place"!

"Megadeth: Another Time, A Different Place" gives the audience a front-row seat into the early days and meteoric rise of this young band who would become one of the most influential groups of all time and, with Anthrax, Slayer, and Metallica, consistently touted among the best “Thrash Metal” bands ever to cross the stage. This is the first Megadeth photography book and only the second book documenting their rise to Rock glory, including rare, never-before-seen photographs representing a small but crucial period of time in their career. Hale’s photographs, from intimate backstage photographs to screaming, kinetic live shots, are the images of a young band prepared to take on the world.

“The ‘work’ that you hold in your hands now is the work of a friend, who is also a ‘photo-grrrrrrr-apher,’ and who has captured the very essence of my career: hungry, gritty, hard, cold, impersonal, personal, and very personal. Also, the sensitive unseen side of me, which was somewhat of an anomaly with the public and left me an enigma to my peers.” — Dave Mustaine from the Foreword

Rob Zombie with Megadeth and Lacuna Coil Tour Dates:

- MAY

11 at PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, NJ
12 at Toyota Pavilion in Scranton, PA
16 at Stage AE in Pittsburgh, PA
18 at The Deltaplex in Grand Rapids, MI
20 at Rock On The Range in Columbus, OH
22 at La Crosse Center in La Crosse, WI
24 at Tyson Center in Sioux City, IA
25 at Hartman Arena in Wichita, KS
26 at Rocklahoma in Pryor, OK

More dates to be announced.

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

GOD FORBID Unleash Video Teaser For "Where We Come From"!

GOD FORBID has released a clip from their upcoming music video “Where We Come From” off Equilibrium, out 03/26. The video was shot by Tommy Jones from "The Studio" on Friday, February 24th at Dingbatz in Clifton, New Jersey.

Lead guitarist Matt Wicklund says “Where We Come From is a really cool video for us because it gives an honest glimpse into a real day in the life of all of us and takes you through the entire journey from the daily grind to doing what we love on stage!”

The brand NEW digital single of “Where We Come From” is now available on iTunes and AmazonMP3. You can also preorder 'Equilibrium' release now!

See GOD FORBID on tour across the U.S. this spring with Overkill! The tour hits major cities including Chicago, NYC, Los Angeles and more. Check out the full list of dates below.

King's X Jerry Gaskill Is Out Of The ICU & Demanding Food! HELLYEAH!

As preciously reported, Jerry Gaskill suffered a heart attack on Saturday, February 25th. After spending over 2 weeks in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), it was announced today that Jerry Gaskill is out of the ICU! This is great news!

"Jerry Gaskill has been moved out of the ICU to a normal room. He has expressed that he wants food and something to drink. :) Hopefully soon! Thanks to everyone for the outpouring of support. Jerry's bills are still mounting but your help so far has been incredible. Thanks to everyone!! (note: Because of server overload there has been a problem with some downloads. Don't worry, Molken Music is taking care of every order. Thanks for your patience. If you want to help..." - King's X

"I was walking to the grocery store a few minutes ago, as I was walking out the store my cell phone rang, the ID said Jerry Gaskill!!! He was calling from the hospital to say hi and that hes going to be alright. He sounded great! Totally understated everything hes been thru and mentioned how thankful he was for all the support so far. He made me laugh like he always does, its a great day!!! that black flag has lifted and everyday he will get better. ;-))" - Dug Pinnick (King's X)

http://www.kingsxrocks.com/ or http://www.molkenmusic.com/

- King's X

Stay tuned for more updates on Jerry's health!

Municipal Waste's North American Tour With GWAR Starts This Friday!

Daring to represent the U.S. on the 24-show "Return Of The World Maggot" Spring tour in support of their upcoming NEW album 'The Fatal Feast', human side dishes MUNICIPAL WASTE will provide direct support to pirate aliens GWAR for a trek across the country beginning this Friday March 16th in Richmond, Virginia with a benefit show for the Smoot Family Fund established to help support the widow and unborn child of recently fallen GWAR member Cory "Flattus Maximus" Smoot.

MUNICIPAL WASTE's NEW album 'The Fatal Feast' will be released in North America on April 10th and in Europe on April 13th. Fans can pre-order the album here. Keep an eye out for the super limited edition bundle pack for the vinyl version featuring a pop-up gatefold; only 500 units are available worldwide!

Municipal Waste with GWAR, Ghoul and Legacy of Disorder:

- 3/16: Richmond, VA @ The National
- 3/17: Millvale, PA @ Mr. Smalls
- 3/18: Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom
- 3/20: Boston, MA @ Wilbur Theater
- 3/21: So. Burlington, VT @ Higher Ground
- 3/22: Syracuse, NY @ Westcott Theater
- 3/23: Toledo, OH @ The Omni
- 3/24: Lexington, KY @ Buster's Billiards and Backroom
- 3/25: Joliet, IL @ Mojoes
- 3/26: Madison, WI @ Majestic Theater
- 3/27: Des Moines, IA @ People's Court
- 3/28: Tulsa, OK @ Cain's Ballroom
- 3/30: Lincoln, NE @ Bourbon Theater
- 3/31: Boulder, CO @ Fox Theater
- 4/1: Grand Junction, CO @ Mesa Theater & Club
- 4/2: Flagstaff, AZ @ Orpheum Theater
- 4/3: San Diego, CA @ House Of Blues
- 4/4: Ventura, CA @ Majestic Ventura Theater
- 4/5: Chico, CA @ Senator Theater
- 4/6: San Francisco, CA @ The Regency Ballroom
- 4/7: Reno, NV @ Knitting Factory
- 4/9: Las Vegas, NV @ Hard Rock Café
- 4/10: Magna, UT @ The Great Salt Air
- 4/11: Ft. Collins, CO @ Aggie Theater

'The Fatal Feast' track listing:

01. Waste In Space
02. Repossession
03. New Dead Masters
04. Unholy Abductor
05. Idiot Check
06. Covered In Sick/The Barfer
07. You're Cut Off
08. Authority Complex
09. Standards And Practices
10. Crushing Chest Wound
11. The Monster With 21 Faces
12. Jesus Freaks
13. The Fatal Feast
14. 12 Step Program
15. Death Tax
16. Residential Disaster

Both the digipack and vinyl editions will include the bonus track "Eviction Party".

Related links:
Municipal Waste

DYING FETUS Are Ready To Kickoff The 2012 Metalliance Tour Tonight!

DYING FETUS are set to kick off their run on the 2012 Metal Alliance Tour with DevilDriver, The Faceless, Job For A Cowboy, 3 Inches of Blood, Impending Doom and Wretched today. The first show is part of the SXSW Festival in Austin, TX at Scoot Inn. The tour will then run through April 21st finishing up in Houston, TX.

DYING FETUS are currently working on their NEW album, entitled "Reign Supreme" which is set to be released in mid 2012 through Relapse Records. The album will feature nine tracks and is a "return to roots" with production focused slightly more on slam than in the band's last few works. Thematically, the album is set to be a good old-fashioned piece of social and political commentary in the style of DYING FETUS as we have come to know.

The band has also been confirmed for next year's prestigious Maryland Deathfest and France's Hellfest.

Metalliance Tour, featuring Dying Fetus, DevilDriver, The Faceless, Job For A Cowboy, 3 Inches Of Blood, Impending Doom, and Wretched.

- 3/15: Austin, TX @ SXSW / Scoot Inn
- 3/16: New Orleans, LA @ The Hangar
- 3/17: St Petersburg, FL @ State Theater
- 3/18: Charlotte, NC @ Amos' Southend
- 3/20: Baltimore, MD @ Sonar
- 3/21: New York, NY @ Gramercy Theater
- 3/22: Danvers, MA @ Palace Ballroom
- 3/23: Montreal, QC @ Le National
- 3/24: Toronto, ON @ Opera House
- 3/25: Columbus, OH @ Alrosa Villa
- 3/26: Joliet, IL @ Mojoe's
- 3/27: St Paul, MN @ Station-4
- 3/28: Winnipeg, MB @ Garrick Centre
- 3/29: Regina, SK @ Riddell Centre
- 3/30: Edmonton, AB @ Edmonton Events Centre
- 3/31: Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw Theater
- 4/01: Seattle, WA @ Studio Seven
- 4/02: Portland, OR @ Hawthorne Theater
- 4/05: Oakland, CA @ The Pound
- 4/06: Hollywood, CA @ The Music Box
- 4/07: Tempe, AZ @ Marquee Theater
- 4/09: Denver, CO @ The Summit Music Hall
- 4/10: Omaha, NE @ Sokol Auditorium
- 4/11: Des Moines, IA @ 7 Flags Event Center
- 4/13: Memphis, TN @ New Daisy Theater
- 4/15: Lawrence, KS @ Granada Theater
- 4/16: Tulsa, OK @ Cain's Ballroom
- 4/19: Dallas, TX @ House Of Blues
- 4/20: Austin, TX @ Emo's East
- 4/21: Houston, TX @ House Of Blues

Related links:
Metalliance Tour
Dying Fetus

Excited About MAIDEN's NEW Live DVD 'En Vivo'? Watch "Blood Brothers" For a Taste!

Iron Maiden will be releasing yet another live DVD on March 26th via EMI. Entitled "En Vivo!", the NEW concert Blu-Ray, two-DVD set and double soundtrack album from legendary British Metallers Iron Maiden will become an instant hit within Maiden's global audience.

"En Vivo!" was filmed on April 10, 2011 in front of over 50,000 ecstatic fans at the Estadio Nacional, Santiago during the "Round The World In 66 Days" leg of "The Final Frontier World Tour", and captures a magnificent performance by the band, ardently embraced by the legendary Latino passion and energy of their Chilean fans. With spectacular stage backdrops, dynamic musicianship and a literally jaw-dropping appearance by Eddie, this live show encapsulates to perfection the heart and soul of IRON MAIDEN 2011.

DVD Disc One - "Live At Estadio Nacional, Santiago" (approximate running time: 120 minutes)

01. Satellite 15
02. The Final Frontier
03. El Dorado
04. 2 Minutes To Midnight
05. The Talisman
06. Coming Home
07. Dance Of Death
08. The Trooper
09. The Wicker Man
10. Blood Brothers
11. When The Wild Wind Blows
12. The Evil That Men Do
13. Fear Of The Dark
14. Iron Maiden
15. The Number Of The Beast
16. Hallowed Be Thy Name
17. Running Free

Bonus Disc - DVD Disc Two "Behind The Beast" (approximate running time: 102 minutes)

01. "Behind The Beast" documentary
02. "Satellite 15…The Final Frontier" promo video (director's cut)
03. "The Making of Satellite 15…The Final Frontier" promo
04. "The Final Frontier World Tour" Show Intro

Catch IRON MAIDEN in North America With Alice Cooper!

June (Tickets available NOW):

- Thu 21: Charlotte, NC, USA at Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
- Sat 23: Atlanta, GA, USA at Aarons Amphitheatre at Lakewood
- Tue 26: Boston, MA, USA at Comcast Center
- Wed 27: Wantagh, NY, USA at Jones Beach
- Fri 29: Philadelphia, PA, USA at Susquehanna Bank Center
- Sat 30: Washington, DC, USA at Jiffy Lube Live

July (Tickets available NOW):

- Mon 2: Newark, NJ, USA at Prudential Center
- Wed 4: Milwaukee, WI, USA at Marcus Amphitheater - Summerfest
- Thu 5: Chicago, IL, USA at First Midwest Bank
- Sun 8: Quebec City, QC, CANADA at Colisee Pepsi Arena
- Wed 11: Montreal, QC, CANADA at Bell Centre
- Fri 13: Toronto, ON, CANADA at Molson Amphitheater
- Sat 14: Sarnia, ON, CANADA at Bayfest
- Mon 16: Buffalo, NY, USA at Darien Center
- Wed 18: Detroit, MI, USA at DTE Music Theatre
- Thu 19: Indianapolis, IN, USA at Klipsch Music Center
- Sat 21: Cadott, WI, USA at Rock Fest
- Tue 24: Winnipeg, MB, CANADA at MTS Center
- Thu 26: Calgary, AB, CANADA at Scotiabank Saddledome
- Fri 27: Edmonton, AB, CANADA at Rexall Place
- Sun 29: Vancouver, BC, CANADA at Rogers Arena
- Mon 30: Seattle, WA, USA at White River Amphitheatre

August (Tickets available NOW):

- Wed 1: Salt Lake City, UT, USA at USANA Amphitheatre
- Fri 3: San Francisco, CA, USA at Shoreline Amphitheatre
- Mon 6: Phoenix, AZ, USA at Cricket Pavilion
- Thu 9: Irvine, CA, USA at Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
- Sun 12: Albuquerque, NM, USA at Hard Rock Pavilion
- Mon 13: Denver, CO, USA at Comfort Dental Amphitheatre / Pepsi Center
- Wed 15: San Antonio, TX, USA at AT&T Center
- Fri 17: Dallas, TX, USA at Gexa Energy Pavilion
- Sat 18: Houston, TX, USA at The Woodlands / Toyota Center

Related links:
Iron Maiden's Official Site

PANTERA To Celebrate 20 Years Of 'Vulgar Display Of Power' At The Revolver Golden Gods Awards!

Right before the official start of the show, PANTERA will celebrate the 20th anniversary of their landmark album, 'Vulgar Display of Power', with the worldwide debut of their first music video in 12 years, for the previously unreleased song, “Piss,” from the Vulgar recording sessions. PANTERA drummer Vinnie Paul commented, “‘Piss’ is the only unheard complete Pantera track in existence. It was recorded at the same time as Vulgar Display of Power and it’s 100 percent Pantera with attitude and our signature groove! After mixing it, I can’t believe it didn’t make the record! So it’s 2012 and 20 years later and new Pantera music has been delivered. Cheers!”

Cast your vote now at Golden Gods Awards.com. The nominees for the 2012 REVOLVER GOLDEN GODS AWARDS presented by Epiphone® are:

Best Guitarist, presented by Epiphone®:

- Jinxx and Jake Pitts (Black Veil Brides)
- Zoltan Bathory and Jason Hook (Five Finger Death Punch)
- Willie Adler and Mark Morton (Lamb of God)
- Robb Flynn and Phil Demmel (Machine Head)
- Dave Mustaine and Chris Broderick (Megadeth)
- Matt Heafy and Corey Beaulieu (Trivium)

Best Drummer, presented by Drum Workshop®:

- Charlie Benante (Anthrax)
- Jeremy Spencer (Five Finger Death Punch)
- Taylor Hawkins (Foo Fighters)
- Chris Adler (Lamb of God)
- Brann Dailor (Mastodon)
- Tomas Haake (Meshuggah)

Best Vocalist, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink®:

- Sebastian Bach
- Andy Biersack (Black Veil Brides)
- James Durbin
- Amy Lee (Evanescence)
- Ivan Moody (Five Finger Death Punch)
- Jonathan Davis (Korn)

Album of the Year, presented by Marshall Amplification®:

- Anthrax, Worship Music
- Evanescence, Evanescence
- Five Finger Death Punch, American Capitalist
- Foo Fighters, Wasting Light
- Korn, The Path of Totality
- Lamb of God, Resolution

Best Live Band, presented by Samson/Zoom®:

- Avenged Sevenfold
- Foo Fighters
- Guns N’ Roses
- Judas Priest
- Seether
- Tool

Most Metal Athlete:

- Gina Carano (MMA fighting)
- Brian Deegan (pro motocross)
- Evan Longoria (MLB baseball)
- Dirk Nowitzki (NBA basketball)
- Mitch Petrus (NFL football)
- CM Punk (WWE wrestling)

Comeback of the Year, presented by Eagle Rock Entertainment®:

- Anthrax
- Dream Theater
- Evanescence
- Ministry
- Slipknot
- Van Halen

Riff Lord:

- Scott Ian (Anthrax)
- Zakk Wylde (Black Label Society)
- Dave Grohl (Foo Fighters)
- Munky (Korn)
- Slash
- Eddie Van Halen (Van Halen)

Paul Gray Best Bassist, presented by Dean Markley®:

- Frank Bello (Anthrax)
- Michael Anthony (Chickenfoot)
- Fieldy (Korn)
- David Ellefson (Megadeth)
- Nikki Sixx (Sixx:A.M.)
- Wolfgang Van Halen (Van Halen)

Best International Band, presented by Musicians Institute®:

- Behemoth
- Lacuna Coil
- Rammstein
- Sepultura
- Meshuggah
- X Japan

Most Dedicated Fans:

- Asking Alexandria
- Avenged Sevenfold
- Black Veil Brides
- Evanescence
- Falling in Reverse
- HIM

Related links:
Click here to cast your votes for the 2012 Revolver Golden Gods Awards
Click here to purchase your tickets on Ticketmaster.com

Don Jamieson From THAT METAL SHOW Interviews Rob Dukes From EXODUS & GENERATION KILL!

Last Monday, May 5th, we headed over to "Precious Metal" at Lit Lounge in New York City, and got our ears infected by Generation Kill, Gunfire N Sodomy and Doomsday Mourning! Right after Rob Dukes' Generation Kill concluded a Monday night of Metal, we kidnapped Don Jamieson (That Metal Show, Gunfire N Sodomy) and forced him to interview Rob Dukes (Exodus, Generation Kill) by holding a knife to his throat. No, we aren't kidding!

During the interview Don chatted with Rob about Eggs-At-Us (this is how Don enunciates Exodus), Generation Kill, and how stand up comedy and Metal relate to one another.

We want to thank Don for always supporting Horns Up Rocks, and Rob Dukes for always keeping it steel!

Catch the NEW season of That Metal Show on VH1 Classic! Premieres on March 31st.

EXODUS on Tour:

+ SOUTH AMERICA 2012:

- 19 April in Manaus, Brazil
- 20 April in Sao Luis, Brazil - MOA Fest w/ Anthrax, Fear Factory, Volbeat
- 21 April in Recife, Brazil - Abril Pro Rock Fest w/ Brujeria
- 22 April in Sao Paulo, Brazil
- 26 April in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- 27 April in Curitiba, Brazil
- 28 April in Buenos Aires, Argentina
- 29 April in Santiago, Chile - Chile Metal Fest w/ Anthrax, Fear Factory, Volbeat

+ EXTREME FEST 2012:
- 5-7 July in Hunxe, ExtremeFest, Germany
- 5-7 July in Salzburg, ExtremeFest, Austria

Video credit: Derek Soto from Sinestra Studios (Like them on Facebook)!

Related links:
Official Site Of Exodus
Generation Kill's Official Site
Gunfire N Sodomy
That Metal Show

MURPHY'S LAW Returns To Brooklyn NY This Weekend For Their Annual St. Patrick's Day Bash!

Every year, Murphy's Law celebrates St. Patrick's Day at The Trash Bar in Brooklyn, NY. This annual party is always a full blown party full of good times, plenty of Jagermeister, good looking people and plenty of party treats! Joining Murphy's Law this year are Wisdom In Chains, Panzer Bastard, Combate 49, The Brooklyn What, and Nervous Breakdown!

Additionally, The Trash Bar will be celebrating their 8th year in business, do you really need any more reasons to be at this sick party?

Here are all the details for the party to be at on St. Patrick's Day!

- Date/Time: March 17, 2012 @ 8 PM
- Location: Trash Bar in Brooklyn (256 Grand Street, between Driggs and Roebling)
- Cost: $12
- Lineup: Murphy's Law, Wisdom In Chains, Panzer Bastard, Combate 49, The Brooklyn What, and Nervous Breakdown!

Not convinced yet? Check out this videos from last years Murphy's Law annual St. Patrick's Day takeover:

Related links:
Murphy's Law
The Trash Bar

Watch 3 INCHES OF BLOOD's NEW Webisodes For 'Long Live Heavy Metal'!

Canadian Metallers 3 INCHES OF BLOOD will be releasing their fifth studio album, 'Long Live Heavy Metal', on March 27th via Century Media Records. What can fans expect? "Fans can expect a blast of pure Metal assured to leave no face unmelted!"

'Long Live Heavy Metal' will be the fifth musical chapter from a band that is considered one of the best Canadian Metal exports when it comes to Heavy Music. Here is what guitarist Justin Hagberg had to say about 'Long Live Metal':

"'Long Live Heavy Metal' is the fifth chapter in the book of 3 INCHES OF BLOOD, and we couldn't be more pleased and proud of our new onslaught of honest Heavy Metal."

Here a series of video clips featuring behind-the-scenes footage from the making of "Long Live Heavy Metal"!

'Long Live Heavy Metal' tracklisting:

01. Metal Woman
02. My Sword Will Not Sleep
03. Leather Lord
04. Chief And The Blade
05. Dark Messenger
06. Look Out
07. 4000 Torches
08. Leave It On The Ice
09. Die For Gold (Upon The Boiling Sea IV)
10. Storming Juno
11. Men Of Fortune
12. One For The Ditch

Stay tuned for more information about the NEW 3 INCHES OF BLOOD album!

Related links:
Metalliance Tour
3 Inches Of Blood on MySpace

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

KISS To Appear On "Jimmy Kimmel Live!"

Heavy music legends KISS, are scheduled to takeover national television on the Tuesday, March 20 episode of ABC-TV's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" (which will actually air the morning of Wednesday, March 21). Check your local listings for details. The band will be hitting the show in celebration of their upcoming album entitled 'Monster'.

Some of the song titles are:

- "It's A Long Way Down"
- "Back To The Stone Age"
- "Shout Mercy"
- "Out Of This World"
- "Wall Of Sound"
- "Hell Or Hallelujah".

Related links:
KISS Online
Jimmy Kimmel Live

Black N’ Blue Bowl 2012 to Unite Generations As One!

YES YES YES! Rancid is the headliner of this year's Black N’ Blue Bowl 2012!

Rancid, along with Sheer Terror (the band released a very strong EP in 2011), Youth Of Today (allegedly their last show ever), Outburst, among other pioneers of the genre, will join forces on one of the most intense Hardcore Punk shows of the year.

The final line-up for this year’s mighty Black N’ Blue Bowl was announced tonight Tuesday March 13, on the East Village Radio show "Black N Blue Takeover".
Black N Blue Productions never ceases to impress year after year, with a roster of the most beloved Hardcore bands in existence, along with great young opening bands, plus special guests.

A very special tribute to Warzone’s Raybeez, one of New York Hardcore’s fallen heroes, will take place at this festival. The tribute will be a Warzone set done by the band’s remaining members, plus some of the NYHC all-stars.

As mentioned by Cuz Joe on the radio show, BN’B productiones were approached by Warzone members to have such tribute take place. No better event than the bowl, as it continues strong with another successful year.

The bowl will take place once again at Webster Hall (formerly known as The Ritz), in New York city on May 19th 2012.

The Lineup:

- RANCID
- SHEER TERROR
- A TRIBUTE TO RAYBEEZ (ft. members of Warzone & friends)
- YOUTH OF TODAY
- OUTBURST
- THE MOB
- DYS
- HAZEN STREET
- MINUS 1 (ft. Minus w/ members of Merauder)
- ROTTING OUT
- SUBURBAN SCUM
- FIRST BLOOD
- BORN FROM PAIN
- KING NINE

Tickets available online at: PitchforkNY.com and at the following locations;

Generation Records
210 Thompson Street
New York, NY 10012
(212) 254-1100

NYHC Tattoo
127 Stanton Street
New York, NY 10002
(212) 979-0350

Lotus Tattoo
291 W Main Street
Sayville, NY 11782
(631) 244-8288

Here is a couple of clips from last year’s bowl that sums up the energy, camaraderie, and all around great time the Black N’ Blue Bowl 2012 has to offer. DO NOT miss out!
Hardcore lives!

-Inked by Javier Samaniego

STRIFE Resumes Tracking NEW Album In Los Angeles With Nick Jett As Producer!

LAHC band STRIFE has issued an update on the recording status of their forthcoming album.

“Los Angeles based Hardcore band, Strife, will be heading back to the studio this week to resume tracking of their upcoming full length. They recently returned from Brazil, where they recorded drum tracks for 16 songs with drummer Iggor Cavalera (Sepultura / Cavalera Conspiracy).

"This week the will begin tracking guitars, bass, and vocals at Blood Tracks Studio and Sunset Lodge in Los Angeles with producer Nick Jett. The album is expected to be finished in early April.

Guitarist Andrew Kline said, “The album is about halfway done, and we couldn’t be more excited…Iggor absolutely killed the drum tracks. He played a lot more straight forward than he normally does to fit our style, and then added the right fills and touches to really stand out…”

A final release date, label, cover art and additional information will be revealed soon, so stay tuned!

Related links:
Strife on MySpace

21st Century High Resolution Bootleg Of VAN HALEN's Entire Performance In Indianapolis, IN

VAN HALEN is in midst of their World Tour in support of their NEW album entitled 'A Different Kind Of Truth'. VAN HALEN are currently North America with Kool and the Gang, who VAN HALEN handpicked for this very special tour. If you haven't had the chance to check the NEW and improved VAN HALEN, check this video out!

VAN HALEN With Kool and the Gang (Remaining tour dates):

- Mar. 15: Montreal, QCBell Centre
- Mar. 17: Toronto, ON - Air Canada Centre
- Mar. 21: Ottawa, ON - Scotiabank Place
- Mar. 24: Atlantic City, NJ - Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall
- Mar. 28: Washington, DC - Verizon Center
- Mar. 30: Pittsburgh, PA - Consol Energy Center
- Apr. 01: Rosemont, IL - Allstate Arena
- Apr. 10: Sunrise, FL - BankAtlantic Center
- Apr. 12: Tampa, FL - Tampa Bay Times Forum
- Apr. 14: Orlando, FL - Amway Center
- Apr. 16: Jacksonville, FL - Jacksonville Veterans Mem. Arena
- Apr. 19: Atlanta, GA - Philips Arena
- Apr. 21: Greensboro, NC - Greensboro Coliseum Complex
- Apr. 25: Charlotte, NC - Time Warner Cable Arena
- Apr. 27: Nashville, TN - Bridgestone Arena
- May 01: Tulsa, OK - BOK Center
- May 05: Tacoma, WA - Tacoma Dome
- May 07: Vancouver, BC - Rogers Arena
- May 09: Calgary, AB - Scotiabank Saddledome
- May 11: Edmonton, AB - Rexall Place
- May 17: Winnipeg, MB - MTS Centre
- May 19: Saint Paul, MN - Xcel Energy Center
- May 22: Kansas City, MO - Sprint Center
- May 24: Denver, CO - Pepsi Center
- May 27: Las Vegas, NV - MGM Grand Garden Arena
- Jun. 01: Los Angeles, CA - Staples Center
- Jun. 03: Oakland, CA - Oracle Arena
- Jun. 05: San Jose, CA - HP Pavilion At San Jose
- Jun. 12: Anaheim, CA - Honda Center
- Jun. 14: San Diego, CA - Viejas Arena
- Jun. 16: Phoenix, AZ - US Airways Center
- Jun. 20: Dallas, TX - American Airlines Center
- Jun. 22: San Antonio, TX - AT&T Center
- Jun. 24: Houston, TX - Toyota Center
- Jun. 26: New Orleans, LA - New Orleans Arena

Support on select dates will come from Kool & The Gang. VIP packages will be handled by VIPNation.com.

'A Different Kind Of Truth' track listing:

01. Tattoo
02. She's The Woman
03. You and Your Blues
04. China Town
05. Blood and Fire
06. Bullethead
07. As Is
08. Honeybabysweetiedoll
09. The Trouble With Never
10. Outta Space
11. Stay Frosty
12. Big River
13. Beats Workin'

Related links:
Van Halen