Special Surprise Guest Artist Announced For The Horns Up Rocks NEW Website Launch Concert & Party!

Tomorrow, Saturday, June 1, Horns Up Rocks will unleash the beast (our NEW website) at 11 PM ET! And we have a very special surprise guest that will be closing the show with a memorable performance. Who is this special guest?

It might be someone from Sepultura, or Machine Head, or Fear Factory, or Tool, or Slipknot, or Soulfly, or Life Of Agony, or Biohazard, or Pantera, or Anthrax, or Cavalera Conspiracy, or even Children Of Bodom! The only way to find out is by coming to the event!

Join us for a night that will not only be historic, but will also kick off your Summer in style! The NEW website launch concert and party will take place at The Trash Bar in Brooklyn, New York and on Internet browsers all over the world! RSVP & more info here



We hope to see you in person, and thanks so much for the continuous support!

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More Tour Dates Announced For The "Rock Allegiance Tour" (Starring: VOLBEAT, HIM, ALL THAT REMAINS & AIRBOURNE)

In case you missed this, the Monster Energy Music's ROCK ALLEGIANCE returns this Summer and will feature VOLBEAT, HIM, ALL THAT REMAINS and AIRBOURNE! More tour dates have been revealed.

Here are the tour dates (tickets on sale now):

- August 23 at The Myth in St. Paul, Minn.
- August 24 at WIIL ROCK FEST in Twin Lakes, Wis.
- August 25 at US Bank Arena in Cincinnati, Ohio
- August 28 at Freedom Hill in Sterling Heights, Mich.
- August 29 at US Cellular Coliseum in Bloomington, Ill.
- August 31 at Convention Center Arena in Tulsa, Okla.
- September 3 at Maverick Centre in West Lake City, Utah
- September 4 at The Joint @ The Hard Rock Hotel + Casino in Las Vegas, Nev.
- September 8 at Abbotsford Entertainment & Sports Center in Abbotsford, BC
- September 9 at Big 4 Building in Calgary, AB
- September 10 at Rexall Place in Edmonton, AB
- September 15 at Aftershock Music Festival in Sacramento, Calif.
- September 18 at Verizon Theatre @ Grand Prairie in Grand Prairie, Texas
- September 19 at Bayou Music Center in Houston, Texas
- September 22 at Tabernacle in Atlanta, Ga.
- September 26 at Skyline Stagge @ The Mann in Philadelphia, Pa.
- September 27 at Tsongas Arena in Lowell, Mass.
- September 28 at Brooklyn Waterfront in Brooklyn, N.Y.




Related links:
Rock Allegiance's official site 

Horns Up Rocks' NEW Website Launch Party & Concert Promo!

The time has come, Horns Up Rocks is proud to announce that the beast (our NEW website) will be unleashed on Saturday, June 1, 2013 at 11 PM ET!

Join us for a night that will not only be historic, but will also kick off your Summer in style! The NEW website launch concert and party will take place at The Trash Bar in Brooklyn, New York and on Internet browsers all over the world!



We hope to see you in person, and thanks so much for the continuous support!

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Horns Up Rocks

Horns Up Rocks: NEW Website Launch Details Announced!

The time has come, Horns Up Rocks is proud to announce that the beast (our NEW website) will be unleashed on Saturday, June 1, 2013 at 11 PM ET!

Join us for a night that will not only be historic, but will also kick off your Summer in style! The NEW website launch concert and party will take place at The Trash Bar in Brooklyn, New York and on Internet browsers all over the world!

Show details:
- 7 to 8 PM: Open Bar (Well Liquor & PBR) *
- 7 to 9 PM: DJ set by DJ Turbö from Bullspike Radio *
- 8 to finish: LIVE art by Joey James Hernandez!
- 9 PM to 12 AM: Surprise Special Bands + Guitar shredding session by BIG ROB *
- 11 PM: Horns Up Rocks.com 2.0 Launch, presented by Jö Schüftan *

*: Subject to change

RSVP here!

Horns Up Rocks' NEW website features:

- Reviews
- HUR Media
- Band Of The Week 
- Tours
- Today In Music
- Quote Of The Day
- Inside The Pit
- Contests
- Merchandise
- Pit Of Suggestions
- Video Of The Day
- Chica Of The Day
Here are a few screenshots:

We hope to see you in person, and thanks so much for the continuous support!

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VOLBEAT To Headline The "Rock Allegiance Tour"; HIM, ALL THAT REMAINS & AIRBOURNE Also On The Bill!

Monster Energy Music's ROCK ALLEGIANCE returns this Summer with a lineup that will sure warm things up for those who are lucky to attend. Headlining the event will be Denmark's VOLBEAT, who will be joined by Finland's HIM, ALL THAT REMAINS and AIRBOURNE! Below you can watch the official trailer for this tour.

"The fans have made our North American visits thus far this year great fun and truly memorable," Volbeat frontman Michael Poulsen said. "We are looking forward to headlining Monster Energy's Rock Allegiance festival tour this summer, and sharing the stage with HIM, All That Remains and Airbourne."

Here are the tour dates (tickets on sale Friday, May 17):

- 8/24: Twin Lakes, WI @ Shadow Hill Ranch Festival
- 9/03: Salt Lake City, UT @ Maverick Centre
- 9/04: Las Vegas, NV @The Joint
- 9/19: Houston, TX @ Bayou Music Center
- 9/22: Atlanta, GA @Tabernacle
- 9/27: Lowell, MA @ Tsongas Center at UMASS Lowell
- 9/28: Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Waterfront        



Presale info for BROOKLYN!!! GET YOUR TICKETS TO Monster Energy Music's ROCK ALLEGIANCE with Volbeat, HIM, All That Remains and Airbourne TODAY!!!

PASSWORD: ALLEGIANCE

http://info.aeglive.com/ecard/volbeat/2013/0928brooklyn_aegPS.html

Related links:
Rock Allegiance's official site 

SUMMER SLAUGHTER TOUR 2013: Tons Of Dates Unveiled

Recently, the organizers of the SUMMER SLAUGHTER TOUR, the most extreme Metal fest of the Summer, revealed the lineup for the 2013 musical destruction!

Headlining the event will be THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN, who will be joined by ANIMALS AS LEADERS, PERIPHERY, NORMA JEAN, CATTLE DECAPITATION, THE OCEAN, REVOCATION, and AEON. Additionally, two more bands will be announced soon!

Today (April 26), the initial list of tour dates has been unveiled:

7/19-San Francisco, CA @ The Regency
7/20-Los Angeles, CA @ House of Blues
7/21-Santa Ana, CA @ The Observatory
7/24-Oklahoma City, OK @ Diamond Ballroom
7/26-Dallas, TX @ House of Blues
7/27-Houston, TX @ House of Blues
7/29-Orlando, FL @ House of Blues (w/o Cattle Decapitation)
7/30-Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
7/31-Knoxville, TN @ Old City Courtyard
8/01-Myrtle Beach, SC @ House of Blues
8/02-Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore
8/03-Worcester, MA @ The Palladium (w/o Norma Jean)
8/04-Philadelphia, PA @ The Trocadero
8/07-New York, NY @ Best Buy Theater
8/08-Toronto, ON @ The Sound Academy
8/09-Montreal, QC @ Heavy MTL
8/10-Albany, NY @ Upstate Concert Hall
8/11-Detroit, MI @ Majestic Theatre
8/12-Chicago, IL @ House of Blues
8/13-Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave
8/14-Minneapolis, MN @ Station 4
8/16-Denver, CO @ Ogden Theatre

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Related links:
Summer Slaughter Tour on Facebook

SUMMER SLAUGHTER TOUR 2013: First 2 tour dates announced!

Recently, the organizers of the SUMMER SLAUGHTER TOUR, the most extreme Metal fest of the Summer, revealed the lineup for the 2013 musical destruction!

Headlining the event will be THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN, who will be joined by ANIMALS AS LEADERS, PERIPHERY, NORMA JEAN, CATTLE DECAPITATION, THE OCEAN, REVOCATION, and AEON. Additionally, two more bands will be announced soon!

The following tour dates have been confirmed, with more being announced soon!

	Date	Venue	Location	Tickets	Specials!
	Jul 20	House of Blues	West Hollywood, CA	Tickets		RSVP	Share
	Aug 07	Best Buy Theater	New York, NY	Tickets		RSVP	Share

Related links:
Summer Slaughter Tour on Facebook

This Is The Agenda For Horns Up Rocks' "Dark Arts Music Fest II"!

Do you like music that stimulates your senses, and at the same time crushes your ear drums and soothes your soul? And do you like art that infects your vision and ignites your own creativity? Well, Horns Up Rocks brings you the "Dark Arts Music Fest II"!

Joining us tomorrow night will be New York thrashers TRIAL BY TERROR, a band that requires a good pair of dancing shoes and make sure you warm up you neck because some serious headbanging is going to take place!

Returning to Brooklyn will be a solid NEW upcoming band called DRIVEN MAD. Come and find out why they have been making a lot of noise on and off stage. This band is a punch in the face full of musical power mixed with some lethal adrenaline. 

Also performing will be Philly's own GIVETHEMROPE, who will definitely provide all who attend the "Dark Arts Music Fest II" a vulgar display of groovy goodness! Crushing your senses during the first part of the evening will be DIE A HERO and PRAYING METHOD, two bands that will get the event jump started in style!

Wait, there's more! In addition there will be LIVE painting on stage by accomplished NYC underground Artists: Joey James Hernandez, Forest Of Gotham, Hardcore Javier and Lindsay Abken. All this artists will also be showcasing their works alongside NYC Graffiti Artist, Joe Janaro.

The event will be hosted by Metal Mark from Skulls N Bones and Jö Schüftan of Horns Up Rocks! Additionally, DJ Turbö from Bullspike Radio will be spinning music in between sets.

Come and witness what promises to be a cornucopia of creative mediums, surely to inspire and stimulate all of your darkest Metal senses.

This is all happening at The Trash Bar in Brooklyn, NY. Take the L train to Bedford Avenue and go to 256 Grand Street. The event starts at 7 PM with an open bar (FREE PBR & well drinks). Come out and rage!

Related links:
- TRIAL BY TERROR: www.reverbnation.com/trialbyterror
- DRIVEN MAD: https://www.facebook.com/drivenmadmetal/app_2405167945
- GIVETHEMROPE: www.reverbnation.com/givethemrope
- DIE A HERO: http://www.dieaheromusic.com/
- PRAYING METHOD: www.reverbnation.com/prayingmethod

Legendary Rock Producer Phil Ramone Passes Away At The Age Of 72 - Details Available!

With heavy hearts, we regret to inform you that Phil Ramone has passed away at the age of 72. Our condolences go out to Mr. Ramone's family, friends and all the artists that he was associated with. According to Billboard, Ramone had been hospitalized in late February with an aeortic aneurysm and died at New York Presbyterian Hospital earlier today.

Mr. Ramone, also known as "the Pope of Pop", worked with some of music's finest artists like Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, Ray Charles and Billy Joel.

Ramone was born in South Africa in 1941 and he began playing the violin and piano when he was three years old. He came to New York City as a teenager to study violin at the Juliard School, but soon developed an interest and talent in the technical details of recording. He began working as a songwriter at the Brill Building, which brought him into contact with music-industry legends like Quincy Jones, Jerry Lieber and Mike Stoller, and in 1959 he launched the A&R Recording studios.

"Our industry has lost an immense talent and a true visionary and genius," Neil Portnow, president of the Recording Academy, said in a statement. "Everyone who encountered Phil came away a better person for it, professionally and personally."

Ramone was nominated for 33 Grammy awards, winning 14 awards and a technical Grammy for a lifetime of innovative contributions to the recording industry. What a career!

1965 – Best Engineered Recording (non classical), for Getz/Gilberto
1970 – Best Musical Show Album for producing Promises, Promises
1976 – Album of the Year for producing Still Crazy After All These Years
1979 – Record of the Year for producing "Just the Way You Are"
1980 – Album of the Year for producing 52nd Street
1981 – Producer of the Year (non classical)
1984 – Best Album Of Original Score Written For A Motion Picture Or A Television Special, for Flashdance
1995 – Best Musical Show Album for producing Passion
2003 – Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album, for producing "Playin' With My Friends: Bennett Sings The Blues"
2005 – Album of the Year and Best Surround Sound Album for producing Genius Loves Company
2006 – Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album for producing The Art of Romance
2007 – Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album for producing Duets: An American Classic
2012 – Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album for producing Duets II

He also won an Emmy Award in 1973 as sound mixer for "Duke Ellington...We Love You Madly", a tribute to Duke Ellington broadcast on CBS.

Rock in peace, Mr. Ramone! You will be missed!

Related links:
Phil Ramone's official site

New York Rockers KILLCODE Ink Record Deal; Celebratory Gig To Take Place On March 29!

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 is both fresh and fun. Last year, the KILLCODE crew unleashed their self-tiled album and quickly created a buzz.

This jut in: the band have signed with CME Records to release their self-titled debut album. Produced by Stacy O’Dell, 'Killcode' will be released via CME Records/Mega Force/Sony (RED) Music on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 in the USA and Canada. The same day that the BLACK SABBATH record '13' drops!

KILLCODE will be celebrating their historic accomplishment on Friday, March 29th at Mercury Lounge in New York City. Info and tickets HERE!

Lead vocalist Tom Morrissey says, “Nothing is promised nor guaranteed. Your success is earned with hard work, honesty and integrity. Nothing ventured, nothing gained.”

A HUGE congrats to KILLCODE, and cheers to many more years of success!

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Related links:
Killcode on MySpace
Killcode on Reverbnation
Killcode on Facebook
Killcode on Twitter

JULIUS SEIZURE: Exclusive Premiere Of Music Video For "TMSNEV"

After Months of anticipation, Julius Seizure have released their brand NEW single and Music video for "TMSNEV."

The single, originally recorded for the band's debut E.P. 'Beware The Ides Of March' was re-recorded with new vocalist and former Will Killmore drummer/bandmate Charlie Corletta.

"When I was told that I was going to re-record "TMSNEV," I was excited and eager to put my flair on a track that I felt to be the strongest on the band's E.P. I tried to remain true to (former vocalist) Yosef El's vision and delivery while still allowing my voice to be heard. Last thing I wanted was to be a hired gun. I had to establish myself as part of the band's signature sound and I am proud of the end result," said Corletta.

The following video was directed and edited by Jonathan Robertson at P1 Digital Media (Las Vegas)!



"TMSNEV" was produced & engineered by the band's guitarist Steve Toth, and mixed/mastered by Kevin Antreassian at Backroom Studios, Rockaway, NJ.

Julius Seizure are currently in the studio  working on their follow up E.P. as well as booking shows across the tri-state area.

Related links:
Julius Seizure's official site
Julius Seizure on Facebook

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Follow Julius Seizure on Instagram

Trailer Released For The 2013 Black N Blue Bowls!

The 2013 Black N Blue Bowls will take place once again at Webster Hall (formerly known as The Ritz), in New York City on Saturday, May 18 AND Sunday May 19 2013 1:30 PM EDT (1:30 PM Doors). Here is the official event trailer (check the event poster out HERE):



Tickets available online at PitchforkNY.com here: http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=3443124&pl=webhall

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:
Official Site Of Black N Blue Productions
Access Black N Blue Radio Takeover

Horns Up Rocks Announces The 3rd Installment Of The "March Metal Beatdown"!

First of all, we want to give HUGE thanks to all of you who came out to help us celebrate three strong years of Horns Up Rocks!!! Those who couldn't make it out, you missed two of the best events we have ever thrown BUT you all know we always out due ourselves. This is why we are bringing you five of the HEAVIEST/WILDEST underground bands in the tri-state area on March 2nd at The Trash Bar in Brooklyn, NY!

- No Remission
- resolution15
- BANGLADEAFY!
- IRATETION
- Vise Massacre

Come celebrate the beginning of Spring at yet another Horns Up Rocks Metal show/party! Only $10 AND there is FREE PBR/Well Liquor from 7-8 PM (you must be 21+)! 

RSVP for the MARCH METAL BEATDOWN III here: https://www.facebook.com/events/206613966150759/

OVERKILL Releases Statement Regarding The Health Status Of Bobby "Blitz' Ellsworth

As previously reported, "The Dark Roots Of Thrash Tour" was dented last night in Huntington, New York. Unfortunately, OVERKILL were forced to cancel their appearance last night at The Paramount Theater in Huntington, Long Island, NY because their singer Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth was rushed to the hospital after falling ill with walking pneumonia. The bands has just released the following update:

"We are terribly sorry that we had to cancel our performance last night, but let's put the rumors to rest, before speculation runs rampant.

"Blitz was diagnosed with what is called "walking pneumonia", and was medically advised to not perform due to it potentially getting worse if he did. When the health risk is no longer an issue, he'll be ready to kick ass once again."

So it is safe to assume that OVERKILL will not be performing on "The Dark Roots Of Thrash Tour" until further notice.

OVERKILL bassist DD Vernie commented: "We live just on the other side of the bridge, we will make up the show".

The epic tour, which features TESTAMENT, OVERKILL, FLOTSAM AND JETSAM, and 4ARM, marks the first time that TESTAMENT and OVERKILL share the stage in over 25 years. 

We wish Bobby a speedy recovery! Please keep flexing your muscles like on the picture above for many years to come!

TESTAMENT, OVERKILL, FLOTSAM AND JETSAM, 4ARM (remaining tour dates):
2/16: The Palladium – Worcester, MA
2/17: Town Ballroom – Buffalo, NY
2/18: Phoenix Concert Theatre – Toronto, ON
2/20: Bogart’s – Cincinnati, OH
2/21: The Intersection – Grand Rapids, MI
2/22: The Rave – Milwaukee, WI
2/23: First Avenue – Minneapolis, MN
2/25: The Summit Music Hall – Denver, CO
2/26: In The Venue – Salt Lake City, UT
2/27: Knitting Factory – Reno, NV
2/28: Ace Of Spades – Sacramento, CA
* – Denotes FLOTSAM AND JETSAM will not be playing

Related links:
Overkill's official site

OVERKILL: Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth Forced To Miss Huntington, NY Show Allegedly Due To Pneumonia!

Last night, "The Dark Roots Of Thrash Tour" arrived to Huntington, New York. The epic tour, which features TESTAMENT, OVERKILL, FLOTSAM AND JETSAM, and 4ARM, marks the first time that TESTAMENT and OVERKILL share the stage in over 25 years. Unfortunately, OVERKILL were forced to cancel their appearance last night at The Paramount Theater in Huntington, Long Island, NY because their singer Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth was allegedly rushed to the hospital after falling ill with pneumonia. OVERKILL bassist DD Vernie commented: "We live just on the other side of the bridge, we will make up the show".

What is very surprising to us is that we interviewed Bobby 24 hours before the tour arrived in Long Island, and he seemed to be completely healthy. As a matter of fact, he seemed to be in very high spirits and was on fire while on stage at the Best Buy Theater in New York City. Can someone fall ill with pneumonia in less than 24 hours? We think not.

Whatever the situation is, we will keep you posted as more information becomes available. We wish Bobby a speedy recovery, regardless!

TESTAMENT, OVERKILL, FLOTSAM AND JETSAM, 4ARM (remaining tour dates):

2/16: The Palladium – Worcester, MA
2/17: Town Ballroom – Buffalo, NY
2/18: Phoenix Concert Theatre – Toronto, ON
2/20: Bogart’s – Cincinnati, OH
2/21: The Intersection – Grand Rapids, MI
2/22: The Rave – Milwaukee, WI
2/23: First Avenue – Minneapolis, MN
2/25: The Summit Music Hall – Denver, CO
2/26: In The Venue – Salt Lake City, UT
2/27: Knitting Factory – Reno, NV
2/28: Ace Of Spades – Sacramento, CA

* – Denotes FLOTSAM AND JETSAM will not be playing

Related links:
Overkill's official site 

TESTAMENT To Film LIVE DVD This Friday In Long Island, New York!

TESTAHEADS! Bay Area Thrash Metallers have an invitation for you!
"Testament will be filming for a 90-minute live DVD (via Nuclear Blast) this Friday, February 15th at the Paramount Theatre in Huntington, New York!

"Come out to the show and join the thrash metal festivities!"

The DVD will be produced by Tommy Jones from The Studio in New Jersey. Here is what he had to say about it:
"I am stoked to announce that I am producing the new Testament DVD, and we are shooting it this Friday at The Paramount in Huntington Long Island NY! Come out and get crazy for the cameras!"

TESTAMENT's tour continues tonight at The Fillmore in Silver Spring, Maryland, and will be trekking through the United States until the end of February.

TESTAMENT, OVERKILL, FLOTSAM AND JETSAM, 4ARM (remaining tour dates):

2/12: The Fillmore – Silver Spring, MD
2/13: Trocadero – Philadelphia, PA
2/14: Best Buy Theatre – New York, NY
2/15: The Paramount – Huntington, NY (DVD Shoot)
2/16: The Palladium – Worcester, MA
2/17: Town Ballroom – Buffalo, NY
2/18: Phoenix Concert Theatre – Toronto, ON
2/20: Bogart’s – Cincinnati, OH
2/21: The Intersection – Grand Rapids, MI
2/22: The Rave – Milwaukee, WI
2/23: First Avenue – Minneapolis, MN
2/25: The Summit Music Hall – Denver, CO
2/26: In The Venue – Salt Lake City, UT
2/27: Knitting Factory – Reno, NV
2/28: Ace Of Spades – Sacramento, CA

* – Denotes FLOTSAM AND JETSAM will not be playing


We recently chatted with Chuck Billy from TESTAMENT about this tour and how the band plans to celebrate their 25th anniversary:




Related links:  
Testament's Official Site

Horns Up Rocks: THREEEEE Year Anniversary Video Promo Unleashed!

Horns Up Rocks was established in February of 2010, with the mission of uniting the Heavy Music fans and to celebrate our lifestyles. Join us for our third anniversary concert and fashion show on Wednesday February 13th (2/13/13) at The Trash Bar in Brooklyn!

Our mission: To promote Heavy Music worldwide by offering bands, fans, non-fans and people who want to learn about the different types of Heavy music, a one stop shop for all things Heavy!

Watch this video promo to find out what's in store for YOU that night! And thanks so much for your support, and for caring about this awesome music!



Lets party!!!

Related links:
Horns Up Rocks

One Year Since The NYC Heavy Music Scene Lost "Evil" Steve Ventura

One year ago, the New York City Heavy Music scene lost a man that literally bled for the underground music scene! Steve Ventura (A.K.A. Evil Steve) was not only a devoted fan and supporter of all things related to the local music scene (he introduced us to a handful of bands), but he thankfully also captured the essence of this ever-growing scene through the lens of his camera!

One thing that will always be very inspiring about Steve is how after working all types of jobs for so many years so he could help raise his children, he decided to go back to school and follow his passion of becoming a professional photographer. Unfortunately but rightfully, his plans changed after his father passed away and he took it upon himself to take care of his elderly mother who became very fragile after the death of Mr. Ventura.

We will never forget how Steve jumped on board the Horns Up Rocks crazy train without expecting anything in return! He did it because he believed in us and we believed in his immense talent. We had many conversations with Steve and reassured him that we'd wait for him to be ready to jump back on board, because we respected his priorities as the wonderful son that he was.

While Steve might have made some mistakes in his past, just like most of us have. He is not remembered because of the errors he committed... today he is remembered for his huge heart and perseverance. If there is one thing that everyone can learn from him, is that life is too short to waste it away! Follow your passion and don't let anyone slow you down. And if they do, just give them the middle finger!

Steve: we love you and miss you very much! \m/



Go to the comments section and let us know what Steve Ventura meant to you!

‎"A great photograph is a full expression of what one feels about what is being photographed in the deepest sense, and is, thereby, a true expression of what one feels about life in its entirety. You will always be a rock star photographer Steve... no matter what!" - Porphyra Philia

Steve filmed this Horns Up Rocks interview at one of the first national concerts ever covered by us:



"I remember talking to Steve when he first started his photography degree. Watching his photography evolve made me so proud to see. He achieved success and his photos will make him live on forever. I am so sad to read that we lost him." - Stephanie Volpe

Click to see more pictures taken by Steve Ventura

STRIFE's Rick Rodney Explains Why He "Escaped" From The Straight Edge Way Of Life!

After touring the world recently, STRIFE decided it was time to unleash a NEW batch of songs after 11 years of recording silence. Their newest album, 'Witness A Rebirth', was released on November 6th via 6131 records.

With producer Nick Jett (Terror, Rotting Out, Backtrack) at the helm, STRIFE recruited friend and previous collaborator, Iggor Cavalera (founding member of Sepultura and currently in Cavalera Conspiracy) to perform drums for the album and traveled to Brazil to record with him. Soon after, they returned to California and put the rest of the pieces into place, including guest vocals by Billy Graziadei (Biohazard) and Scott Vogel (Terror), plus a guitar solo by Marc Rizzo (Soulfly, Cavalera Conspiracy). The rest serves as a testament to their talent, bridging their past (especially the contemporary Hardcore sound. 'Witness A Rebirth' is at once both refreshing and evocative.

On Monday, December 3, with just 24 hours to promote the show, STRIFE took over a packed Saint Vitus Bar in Brooklyn, New York and demonstrated why they are globally known for delivering a furious display of old school Hardcore music. Right after the bands set, we had the chance to chat with the bands frontman Rick Rodney.

During the interview we discussed 'Witness The Rebirth', the bands return to New York City, and why he decided to "escape" from the Straight Edge way of life. Before we share the interview with you, we figured we'd explain to you what being Straight Edge means. Straight Edge is basically living a clean life without drugs, drinking and casual sex. It's living a poison free and keeping yourself safe. It is a choice and it does not make you better or worse than anyone. We all make choices and some choose to be straight edge and some don't. Yes, it's true that some people will stop being sXe when they turn 21 but that is just another choice. Straight Edge is a way of life but has now been formed into a trend. Out there, there are true edgers.

What other factors can influence a persons decision to "escape" the Straight Edge way of life? Watch what Rodney had to say about this:



Related links:
Strife on MySpace

CANNIBAL CORPSE Have Been Delivering "Punishing Brutality" For 25 Years; Special Releases & North American Tour Announced!

Last year CANNIBAL CORPSE released their 12th studio album 'Torture' via Metal Blade Records, and supported their NEWEST musical assault with plenty of touring. But this is nothing out of the ordinary for the most successful Death Metal band in history. They have been hard at work since their formation in 1988, and just like fine booze: the more years that pass by, the better the band gets.

2013 marks Death Metal juggernauts, CANNIBAL CORPSE'S 25th year as a band and CANNIBAL is going to celebrate it all year long! The logo has been updated to reflect the monumental occasion and will be used on all things CANNIBAL (see it below), from merch to packaging, throughout 2013. There is also a box set in the works for the most extreme CANNIBAL CORPSE fan, which is expected to drop in March via Metal Blade Records - details coming soon!

In addition to the updated logo only being used this year and the box set, Metal Blade Records will be releasing one picture disc a month from the band's expansive catalog ('Eaten Back to Life', 'Butchered at Birth', 'Tomb of the Mutilated', 'The Bleeding', 'Vile', 'Gallery of Suicide', 'Bloodthirst', 'Gore Obsessed', 'The Wretched Spawn', 'KILL', 'Evisceration Plague', 'Torture'). A total of 12 pictures discs will be released, covering all of the band's full-length studio albums, some of which have never been released on picture disc. The first picture disc available for preorder is 'Eaten Back to Life', which was released August 17, 1990, and can be found HERE. Check back each month to get a glimpse of the next picture disc available for preorder.

Stay tuned to MetalBlade.com and Cannibal Corpse on Facebook for news on a full North American headline tour featuring one of the best Death Metal lineups a fan could ever ask for.

Related links:
Cannibal Corpse's Official Site