EXODUS Shut Down All Disbanding Rumors & Remind You: Family First!

It was announced earlier today by the organizers of the 2013 MARYLAND DEATHFEST that EXODUS have pulled out of the fest due to a "variety of personal issues and matters with one of the members". SACRED REICH will be replacing the Bay Area thrashers. The event is scheduled to take place on May 23-26 in Baltimore, Maryland. Full festival details HERE!
 
In spite of all the rumors that surfaces after this news surfaced, the members of EXODUS have released the following statement:

"We have recently observed a whirlwind of speculation, conspiracy theories, and just plain ole dumb-assed comments on the Internet regarding EXODUS' future and that of [guitarist] Gary Holt's commitment to this band. The following is an attempt to shed some light on actual facts, as well as trying to clear the air.

"The reason we canceled our appearance at this years Maryland Deathfest was, in fact, due to Gary's commitment to his sudden and seriously ill father. Actually, just days prior to the start of the Metal Alliance tour [with ANTHRAX], we were making arrangements to have someone fill in for Gary due to his unknown status. As things worked out, his father was able to recover to a somewhat stable condition, yet he is still not 'out of the woods' and continues to be a closely monitored. This was obviously a private and personal matter that didn't warrant public knowledge, but it seems the press release from Maryland Deathfest and then the interview given by Gary about not quitting EXODUS was just a random coincidence and we felt it necessary to inform people of the real story.

"EXODUS is not disbanding! Gary will continue to perform on the current Metal Alliance tour, as well as splitting his time between EXODUS and SLAYER in the future. The band (with Holt) will be appearing at this year's Hell & Heaven fest in Guadalajara, Mexico, as advertised, on May 19th. After which, Gary will return home to support and care for his family.

"Our apologies to the Maryland Deathfest staff, as well as to the EXODUS fans who were eager to see us, and we hope everyone understands that family and loved ones comes first."

EXODUS is currently co-headlining the 2013 Metal Alliance tour along with ANTHRAX. Here is the list of remaining tour dates:
 
Apr. 04 - First Avenue - Minneapolis, MN
Apr. 05 - House of Blues - Chicago, IL
Apr. 06 - The Fillmore Detroit - Detroit, MI
Apr. 07 - Bogarts - Cincinnati, OH
Apr. 09 - House of Blues - Dallas, TX
Apr. 10 - House of Blues - Houston, TX
Apr. 12 - House of Blues - Lake Buena Vista, FL
Apr. 13 - Tremont Music Hall - Charlotte, NC
Apr. 14 - The Fillmore - Silver Spring, MD
Apr. 16 - House of Blues - Cleveland, OH
Apr. 18 - Theatre of the Living Arts - Philadelphia, PA
Apr. 20 - Irving Plaza - New York, NY
Apr. 21 - Irving Plaza - New York, NY

Related links:
EXODUS' official site

EXODUS Won't Be Able To Jam At MARYLAND DEATHFEST, Find Out Why!

It has been announced by the organizers of the 2013 MARYLAND DEATHFEST that EXODUS have pulled out of the fest due to a "variety of personal issues and matters with one of the members". SACRED REICH will be replacing the Bay Area thrashers. The event is scheduled to take place on May 23-26 in Baltimore, Maryland. Full festival details HERE!

While no further details have been revealed by the band or the organizers of the fest, we do know that EXODUS frontman Rob Dukes has been struggling with back issues since November of 2012 and might need surgery as a result. If you look at the bands touring agenda HERE, they have almost a three month gap between their concert in Guadalajara, Mexico (5/19) and the first date of their European tour date in Gavle, Sweden (8/9). So it would make sense for Dukes to take care of his health during that gap, since without Dukes being in top form his performance will deteriorate.

EXODUS is currently co-headlining the 2013 Metal Alliance tour along with ANTHRAX. Here is the list of remaining tour dates:

Apr. 04 - First Avenue - Minneapolis, MN
Apr. 05 - House of Blues - Chicago, IL
Apr. 06 - The Fillmore Detroit - Detroit, MI
Apr. 07 - Bogarts - Cincinnati, OH
Apr. 09 - House of Blues - Dallas, TX
Apr. 10 - House of Blues - Houston, TX
Apr. 12 - House of Blues - Lake Buena Vista, FL
Apr. 13 - Tremont Music Hall - Charlotte, NC
Apr. 14 - The Fillmore - Silver Spring, MD
Apr. 16 - House of Blues - Cleveland, OH
Apr. 18 - Theatre of the Living Arts - Philadelphia, PA
Apr. 20 - Irving Plaza - New York, NY
Apr. 21 - Irving Plaza - New York, NY

Related links:
EXODUS' official site

EXODUS Banned By The Mickey Mouse Club (A.K.A. Disney)!

Just like it happened to MACHINE HEAD last year during their tour with DETHKLOK, ALL THAT REMAINS and THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER, Thrash Metallers EXODUS won't be permitted to perform at the Lake Buena Vista (House Of Blues) show in Orlando, Florida on April 12 as part of the METAL ALLIANCE Tour. A statement from the band follows:

“Because Disney has decided that Exodus is TOO METAL for them, we will NOT be playing the Lake Buena Vista [House Of Blues] show in Florida, but the fine thrash maniacs in Tampa have invited us to rage at the Orpheum instead,” says the band. “Who’s comin’ out for a 'Lesson in Violence'?”


Metal Alliance tour:

Event	Venue	Date/Time
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	House Of Blues - Anaheim Anaheim, CA	Friday 3/22/2013 7:00 PM	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	House Of Blues - Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV	Saturday 3/23/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	Marquee Theatre - AZ Tempe, AZ	Sunday 3/24/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	House Of Blues - San Diego San Diego, CA	Monday 3/25/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	House Of Blues - Sunset Strip West Hollywood, CA	Wednesday 3/27/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	The Regency Ballroom San Francisco, CA	Thursday 3/28/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	Mcmenamins Crystal Ballroom Portland, OR	Friday 3/29/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	Commodore Ballroom Vancouver, Canada	Saturday 3/30/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	Showbox SoDo Seattle, WA	Sunday 3/31/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	The Summit Music Hall Denver, CO	Tuesday 4/2/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	First Avenue Minneapolis, MN	Thursday 4/4/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	House Of Blues - Chicago Chicago, IL	Friday 4/5/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	The Fillmore - Detroit Detroit, MI	Saturday 4/6/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	Bogarts Cincinnati, OH	Sunday 4/7/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	House Of Blues - Dallas Dallas, TX	Tuesday 4/9/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	House Of Blues - Houston Houston, TX	Wednesday 4/10/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	House Of Blues - Orlando Orlando, FL	Friday 4/12/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	Tremont Music Hall Charlotte, NC	Saturday 4/13/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	The Fillmore Silver Spring Silver Spring, MD	Sunday 4/14/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	House Of Blues - Cleveland Cleveland, OH	Tuesday 4/16/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	Theatre Of The Living Arts Philadelphia, PA	Thursday 4/18/2013 TBD	view tickets
Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste	Irving Plaza (Formerly The Fillmore) New York, NY	Saturday 4/20/2013 TBD	view tickets

Metal Alliance Tour: Anthrax, Exodus & Municipal Waste

Irving Plaza (Formerly The Fillmore) New York, NY

Sunday 4/21/2013 TBD

view tickets

Related links:
EXODUS' Official Site 

EXODUS Joins Barge To Hell Tour!

Bay Area thrashers EXODUS have become the 36th band to confirm their appearance on this year’s Barge To Hell cruise, which is ready to set sail from Miami to the island of Nassau in the Bahamas on December 3rd.

View the entire line-up on BargeToHell.com

EXODUS will also be performing at 2013’s Maryland Deathfest in Baltimore on May 23rd.

Related links:
EXODUS on Facebook
EXODUS on YouTube
EXODUS on Twitter

Rob Dukes Discusses NEW Music Plans For EXODUS & GENERATION KILL!

On Sunday, September 9th, Rob Dukes' side band GENERATION KILL performed a very intimate set at Dingbatz in Clifton, New Jersey. The event also featured SLAYER's Dave Lombardo sode project PHILM, LOW ROAD, HAMMER FIGHT and ONE BREAK DOWN. Additionally, Jose Mangin (SIRIUS XM) hosted and DJed the event.

In case you haven't listened to the GENERATION KILL's 'Red, White and Blood', it is a record that you must listen. While Dukes' famous EXODUS style growls are evident, his NEW band has elements of Hard Core blended in perfectly with Thrash Metal!

Right after the event came to an end, we had the chance to chat with Rob Dukes about both of his bands and the future NEW music plans! We also discussed his work ethic and how he has been working on bettering himself. Check it out and crank up some GENERATION KILL and EXODUS now!





Videos by: Zulie Alvarez (www.zuliephotographierocks.com/)

Related links:
Exodus' Official Site
Generation Kill on Big Cartel

MTV Responds To Allegations That 'Headbangers Ball' Is Being Cancelled - Statement Available!

As previously reported, Jose Mangin (Sirius XM) exclusively told us that the folks behind MTV2.com are shutting down Headbangers Ball for good. In response, MTV released the following statement to SPIN:

"MTV is committed to the 'Headbangers Ball' franchise and can confirm that it will continue as an online destination with its hub remaining on MTV2.com. The company's deal with Jose Mangin has concluded. However, MTV will continue to program a weekly playlist for fans of the genre."

Our guess is that they will have music video playlists on their online platform. Isn't that what YouTube is for?

Thankfully, Jose has announced the formation of Hard Attack TV! Hard Attack TV will take Jose's vision to a whole new level of confidence and power! While it will pick up from where HIS Headbangers Ball was left off, Hard Attack TV will offer viewers all over the world a variety of super fresh programming. What type of programming? Well, here is an exclusive interview we conducted with Jose at the recent PHILM show at Dingbatz in Clifton, New Jersey, where Jose spills it all out. Check it out and spread the word!



Related links:
HEADBANGERS BALL
LIQUID METAL

Jose Mangin Announces The Demise Of MTV's Headbangers Hall & The Birth Of Hard Attack TV!

After keeping the torch burning strong for many years, Jose Mangin (Sirius XM) exclusively told us that the folks behind MTV2.com are shutting down Headbangers Ball for good. Since Jose understands the importance of the show, he decided to create a NEW source for the headbanging community. Thanks Jose!

Hard Attack TV will take Jose's vision to a whole new level of confidence and power! While it will pick up from where Headbangers Ball was left off, Hard Attack TV will offer viewers all over the world a variety of super fresh programming. What type of programming? Well, here is an exclusive interview we conducted with Jose at the recent PHILM show at Dingbatz in Clifton, New Jersey, where Jose spills it all out. Check it out and spread the word!



Related links:
HEADBANGERS BALL
LIQUID METAL

Don Jamieson Talks About Jerry Gaskill, NEW Season Of That Metal Show, Andrew Dice Clay Tour & More - Live Footage Of Gunfire N Sodomy Available!

Last Monday, May 5th, we headed over to "Precious Metal" at Lit Lounge in New York City, and got our ears infected by Gunfire N Sodomy, Generation Kill and Doomsday Mourning! Right after Don Jamieson finished infecting the crowd with his acoustic Death Metal band Gunfire N Sodomy, we had the chance to chat with Don about the current health state of drummer Jerry Gaskill (King's X, Gunfire N' Sodomy), who had a heart attack on February 25, 2012, and was rushed to a hospital where he underwent emergency surgery. We obviously asked him about the NEW season of VH1 Classic's That Metal Show, and about touring with comedian Andrew Dice Clay.

Check this interview out and please keep sending your positive thoughts and prayers to Jerry and his family!



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

Related links:
Official Site of King's X
Gunfire N Sodomy
That Metal Show

Rob Dukes' GENERATION KILL & Don Jamieson's GUNFIRE N' SODOMY To Perform LIVE Tonight In New York City!

If you live within the New York City metropolitan area and want to start your week right, grab your dancing shoes and come to the Lit Lounge tonight! Why? Well, "Precious Metal " is back for another episode of headbanging music!

This time around, they got 3 unique and extremely talented bands! Tonight's event will deliver your ears Rob Dukes' (Exodus) GENERATION KILL, Don Jamieson's (That Metal Show) GUNFIRE N' SODOMY, and New York Metallers DOOMSDAY MOURNING! Only $6, be there or be a fool!

Lit Lounge is located at: 93 2nd Ave # A New York, NY 10003



Related links:
GENERATION KILL
Gunfire N Sodomy
Doomsday Mourning

Generation Kill's 'Red, White and Blood' = That Metal Show's "Pick Of The Week"!

In times when music has become somewhat stale and predictable, Generation Kill has delivered the Heavy Music community a fresh sounding, hard hitting crushing display of adrenaline, via their new album entitled "Red, White and Blood". The band is fronted by Exodus' vocalist Rob Dukes, who joined forces with his good friend Rob Moschetti (ex-Pro Pain & M.O.D.) in order to create music without an agenda.

This past Saturday (December 31, 2011), That Metal Show's Don Jamieson chose 'Red, White and Blood' as his "Pick Of The Week". Here is what Jamieson had to say about the bands debut album:

"My buddy Rob Dukes who is the singer in Exodus now, has a new album with a band called Generation Kill. It's a great album with a Punk tinged Thrash sound... which is not easy to say on television. And it's very Heavy! Uber Heavy! "

Here is the clip:



On Friday the 13th of January, Generation Kill will be headlining the first-ever "Underground Metal Friday's" at Fontana's Bar in New York City! Here is the official event flier.

Recently, the band premiered the NEW video clip for their song "Red White and Blood". The video clip offers a full concept telling the all too real story of a war veteran turned serial killer through his traumatic experiences at the front. Concept by Rob Dukes (Exodus). Check it out!



Generation Kill is:

- Rob Dukes: Vocals
- Rob Moschetti: Bass/Backing Vocals
- Lou Lehman: Lead Guitar
- Jason Trenczer: Lead Guitar
- James DeMaria: Drums



Related links:
Generation Kill on Big Cartel
Generation Kill on Facebook

Generation Kill - Video Premiere Of 'Red White and Blood'!

In times when music has become somewhat stale and predictable, Generation Kill has delivered the Heavy Music community a fresh sounding, hard hitting crushing display of adrenaline, via their new album entitled "Red, White and Blood". The band is fronted by Exodus' vocalist Rob Dukes, who joined forces with his good friend Rob Moschetti (ex-Pro Pain & M.O.D.) in order to create music without an agenda.

Today, we bring you the bands new video clip for their song "Red White and Blood". The video clip offers a full concept telling the all too real story of a war veteran turned serial killer through his traumatic experiences at the front. Concept by Rob Dukes (Exodus).



- Vital Statistics:

\m/ LINEUP:

- Rob Dukes: Vocals
- Rob Moschetti: Bass/Backing Vocals
- Lou Lehman: Lead Guitar
- Jason Trenczer: Lead Guitar
- James DeMaria: Drums

\m/ YEAR OF FORMATION: 2009

\m/ ORIGIN: Rockland County, New York

\m/ MISSION: To THRASH all of your senses!

\m/ BIOGRAPHY:

These Americans absolutely know what they are doing and it could hardly be done better. This should come as no surprise as Generation Kill was formed by current Exodus frontman Rob Dukes and Rob Moschetti (ex-Pro Pain, M.O.D.). Drawing deeply from their roots that show through openly, the duo enlisted two lead guitarist/song writers to introduce a whole new dimension. While Jason Trenczer is a master of technical guitar work, Lou Lehman adds his catchy riffs and solos.

Newest edition to the band is Powerhouse Drummer Jim DeMaria. Jim adds an extra dose of speed and power with his Hardcore/Thrash background. Generation Kill is not a side
project! "Red White and Blood" will give you the thrashing of your
life!




Related links:
Generation Kill on Big Cartel
Generation Kill on Facebook

Premiere of Hixon Helloween Fest Promo!

The 2011 Hixon Helloween Fest is around the corner! On Saturday, October 29th, Horns Up Rocks is taking over The Trash Bar in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Joining us are:

- The Hixon
- Generation Kill (featuring Rob Dukes from Exodus & Rob Moschetti)
- Ikillya
- Mahavatar
- Trial By Terror
- Hail The Fail

Plus, open bar from 8 - 9 PM (PBR & well liquors), lots of candy and the ladies get a 50% discount before midnight IF they are wearing a costume. We also have a costume party and drinking games. All this and more for only $12 (21+ with ID).

Related links:
Official Facebook Invite
Generation Kill
The Hixon
Ikillya
Mahavatar
Hail The Fail
Trial By Terror

Rob Dukes (Exodus) & Rob Moschetti (ex-Pro Pain, M.O.D) Discuss Generation Kill's NEW Album 'Red, White and Blood'!

In times when music has become somewhat stale and predictable, Generation Kill has delivered the Heavy Music community a fresh sounding, hard hitting crushing display of adrenaline, via their new album entitled "Red, White and Blood". The band is fronted by Exodus' vocalist Rob Dukes, who joined forces with his good friend Rob Moschetti (ex-Pro Pain & M.O.D.) in order to create music without an agenda.

Ever since their inception, the original concept of the band was to break away from a predictable formula of music. They consciously decided to blend in elements of Thrash Metal, Hardcore, and various other musical styles, in order to embrace their roots. Prove of this sonic crossover of music can be found on their new album "Red, White and Blood", in which each song has its own identity and mood, which gives the band a signature sound without ever abandoning their influences.

The band recently took over the "Heavy Metal Mecca", Duff's Brooklyn, to celebrate the release of "Red, White and Blood" (out now via Season Of Mist). During the Metallic event, we had the chance to chat with members of the band about the formation of Generation Kill, the creation of "Red, White and Blood", and their future plans.

Speaking of the bands future plans, they will be performing at the 2011 "Hixon Helloween Fest" on Saturday, October 29 at The Trash Bar in Brooklyn. Click here for more details.

Without further due, here is our interview with Generation Kill! Sit back, relax, crank it up, and spread the word!



GENERATION KILL is:

- Rob Dukes: Vocals
- Rob Moschetti: Bass/Backing Vocals
- Lou Lehman: Lead Guitar
- Jason Trenczer: Lead Guitar
- James DeMaria: Drums

Related links:
Generation Kill on Big Cartel
Generation Kill on Facebook

Hixon HELLOWEEN Fest!

The annual Heavy Metal festival dubbed as Hixonfest returns to New York City this Fall! That's right headbangers, The Hixon boys are taking over The Trash Bar in Brooklyn on Halloween weekend, and they plan to tear the place apart!

Also performing that night is the brand new band from Exodus' front-man Rob Dukes called Generation Kill. Their mission is to take center stage and deliver the masses the great sounds of their NEW album entitled "Red, White and Blood". The band also features Rob Moschetti (formerly from Pro Pain and M.O.D.), who is absolutely static about performing at Hixon Helloween Fest.

Also performing that night will be:

- Ikillya
- Mahavatar
- Trial By Terror
- Hail the Fail

Additionally, there will be a costume party mixed in with lots of booze and candy! And since we love the ladies, if they are wearing a costume they only pay half to get into the show (before midnight)!

Cost: $12 (Includes FREE Open Bar from 8-9 PM)
Age restriction: 21+ with ID

Here is a recent interview that our good friends over at Sirius XM Liquid Metal, conducted with Generation Kill.



Here is an interview we conducted with The Hixon at last years Metallic festivities!



Related links:
Official Facebook Invite
Generation Kill
The Hixon
Ikillya
Mahavatar
Hail The Fail
Trial By Terror