After a long dry period, we are very proud to announce that the headbangers of New York City are uniting and are taking every step necessary to make the NYC Heavy Music scene stronger than all. During the last year their has been a new breed of bands, who collectively are keeping the fans hungry for more intensity. Whither it is Heavy Metal, Hard Rock, Hardcore, Punk Rock, or Alternative music, everyone is coming together and supporting each other! What's really exciting, is that not only are the fans packing the venues for the national bands, but also for the up and coming Heavy Music underground bands. Even though New York City has always been known as a great market for the heaviness, there used to be a huge gap between the different scenes. Now we are all uniting and becoming one! Here is a rundown of different bands that are making positive noise and helping to shape up the present and the future of the New York City Heavy Music scene:
\m/ The Judas Syndrome: One of the hardest working bands in the scene, their furious blend of Thrash Metal and Hardcore has helped them to establish themselves as one of the bands with the biggest potential to reach the next level of success. Evidence of their musical growth is that they have been asked to open for International artists such as Nile, Despised Icon, The Acacia Strain, Vision of Disorder, Sworn Enemy, Your Demise, Pro-Pain, D.R.I and more.
\m/ Killcode: Solid Hard Rock band with the potential of becoming a national success. Their music combines elements of Southern Metal with old school Rock N' Roll. They recently opened for Filter and Powerman 5000, and the respond of the crowd made it clear that these guys are ready to spread the code. This summer they will be heading to the Middle East and Africa to bring the Rock to the troops.
\m/ Desolate: Celebrating 10 years of furious cowbell, Desolate are to blame for the current rise of the New York City Heavy Music scene. Their attitude and musical power has re-ignited the scene and they are living proof that no obstacle is big enough for any New York City band.
\m/ Misery: 10 years in the making, Misery recently toured the entire country with Devildriver. Their precise music is not for the weak. Misery possess the right sound and attitude that is key for any band to step to the next level of success.
\m/ PUI: Probably one of the most original bands in the country, the PUI tribe combines mediterranean music with hard hitting Rock music. Their stage show is like no other and their socially conscious lyrics definitely sets them apart. Lead by NC Shuva, PUI stands out for being a professional band with a serious mission: to change music forever.
\m/ Resolution 15: Risky music with a political message that does not distract from their furious Violin Metal. This band combines great talent with very well structured music. Who needs guitars when you have violins that penetrate your soul and crush it to pieces?
\m/ Charetta: Sweet rocking music that has quickly won over the hearts of fans all over the New York City metro area. Their mission has always been to create rocking tunes that touch the souls of those who want to experience a different sonical roller-coaster. This is a band to keep an eye one, but don't even try gripping on them because they will soon be all over the place rocking out.
\m/ IKILLYA: Bringing a lethal dose of adrenalized Metal, Ikillya are a Heavy Metal band that is not afraid of adding different sense-full sounds to their mix. Without following any musical formulas, they have managed to indulge their fans into a musical frenzy. Once you hear Ikillya, you will understand that their music is the equivalent of sparking a stick of dynamite and hearing it explode!
\m/ King Hell: Describing this band is very hard thanks to the different facets that exist within their music. Their well crafted music combines elements of Metal, Funk and Punk Rock. Add a little humor to it, and you have a recipe to a rocking time.
\m/ Slam One Down: This party Metal band take their music very serious but still manage to have a lot of fun while doing so. Their Groove Metal brings any show to life. After recently opening for Unearth, God Forbid, Merauder, and Bleeding Through. Let us warn you that if this band is coming to your town, get ready for some ear piercing songs that groove your soul and crush your face.
\m/ The August Infinity: Fresh alternative music that drives the girls absolutely insane. These guys are very dedicated to their music and have quickly become a familiar face within the New York City Heavy Music scene.
\m/ Alekhine's Gun: One of the newest members of the Metallic family, this band always feeds their fans with some punishing brutality. Lead by Jessica Pimentel, Alekhine's Gun have one of the most solid lineups in the scene. There is no doubt that if this band remains focused on their musical craft, the future should be very interesting for this Heavy Music machine.
\m/ Panzie: A band with a lot of power, attitude and good music. During the last year they have been working very hard on their next chapter. Make sure that if you open the Panzie book that you buckle up! Their badass Hard Rock grabs you by the balls and doesn't let go.
\m/ Fall Of The Albatross: Probably the most original band at the moment, these guys have many flavors and some how manage to blend Metal, Jazz, Tropical, Urban and Emo into one chaotic band. Step by step, Fall of the Albatross are becoming a force to be reckoned with.
\m/ Severed: Organic mix of Heavy Metal and Hardcore that perforates ear drums if handled without care. After a very active 2010, the band is currently focusing on their next musical takeover.
\m/ Hung: The crushing vibe that this band possesses is undeniable. Their music is like nothing you have ever heard before and their meticulous sounds create a brutal display of annihilation. Watch out for Hung because they have a very bright future ahead.
\m/ The Resurrection Sorrow: Groovy dark Hard Rock that makes anybody start headbanging uncontrollably. Another hard working band that is very focused on getting to a new level of confidence and power.
\m/ Empyreon: Full blown epic Heavy Metal that catches your attention and consumes you like the devil. This band combines elements of American and European Metal without being cheesy at all. Seeing them perform live is quiete the spectacle.
Related links:
The Judas Syndrome
Killcode
Desolate
Misery
PUI Tribe
Resolution 15
Charetta
Ikillya
King Hell
Slam One Down
The August Infinity
Alekhine's Gun
Panzie
Fall of the Albatross
Severed
Hung
The Resurrection Sorrow
Empyreon
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