There is no doubt in our minds that 2012 was a great/crazy year for OUR music, especially when it comes to unexpected events that had nothing to do with the music. In times in which EVERY single band is struggling in one form or another due to the decline of the music industry, the last thing any band needs is to get their plans affected by out of the ordinary situations that are way beyond their control.
Take for example the arrest of Randy Blythe's arrest in the Czech Republic during LAMB OF GOD's European tour in support of their latest release 'Resolution' (available now via EPIC/Roadrunner Records). Blythe was arrested on June 28 this year at the Prague Airport on charges of causing, “bodily harm of the fourth degree, resulting in the death of a fan:” an event that allegedly took place during a Lamb Of God concert on May 24, 2010. Blythe was detained in a Czech Republic prison for thirty seven days before he was released on bail.
According to Czech news site Novinky.cz, the State Attorney’s Office in Prague, Czech Republic has officially indicted Lamb Of God singer Randy Blythe on the manslaughter charge that received international media attention earlier this year. The decision means that the the court now has three months to set an official date for the singer’s trial or send the case back for further investigation.
Thankfully, Michael Posner, Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor, declared that the U.S. government is “closely monitoring the progress” of vocalist Randy Blythe’s impending legal trial in the Czech Republic.
Here is our video report of the news story in Heavy Music of the year 2012.
Video by: Zulie Alvarez (www.zuliephotographierocks.com/)
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Saturday, December 15, 2012
GHOST Premiere NEW Song "Secular Haze" - Listen Now!
Sweden's kings of mystery, GHOST, have unleashed a NEW song called "Secular Haze". The epic song was unveiled in a very creative way, probably the smartest marketing move we have seen in years. The band placed six virtual candles on their website, each candle possessed an isolated part of the song, so that fans could listen to individual instruments by placing their cursor over each candle. They "lit" a candle at a time, until the entire song was revealed. GENIUS!
As previously reported, GHOST is finalizing the production of their second studio album, which is set to be released in 2013 on Loma Vista Recordings (NEW record label founded by Tom Whalley in partnership with Republic Records, a division of Universal Music Group). GHOST's cult leader Papa Emeritus (rumored to be REPUGNANT/SUBVISION's Tobias Forge) and his Nameless Ghouls have summoned Nashville-based Grammy Award-winning Nick Raskulinecz (DEATH ANGEL, DEFTONES, FOO FIGHTERS, RUSH) to produce this offering.
Listen to a "Secular Haze" HERE!
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MARILYN MANSON Loses An Ear, But Doctors Make Sure He Doesn't Become Van Gogh
According to Blabbermouth, Marilyn Manson had to get a medical procedure in order to reattach his ear following a fight that he had in Switzerland during one of the last concerts of the "Twins Of Evil" European tour with Rob Zombie. The BIG question is: who did he fight? As we know, Manson and Zombie had a feud during the North American portion of the tour. Read more HERE!
Here are Manson's Tweets regarding this matter:
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Here are Manson's Tweets regarding this matter:
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"TURN THE PAGE" (News & Tour Updates - 12/14/2012 Edition) LIVE From Horns Up Rocks' Headquarters!
The concept behind "Turn The Page" is very simple, we want to bring you guys the most relevant up to date Heavy Music news and tour information in a video format. While we select what we believe is the most important information and post it here on a daily basis, keep in mind that our main platform (www.HornsUpRocks.com) is the place where you can get the majority of the information you need.
Without further due, here is the thirteenth installment of "TURN THE PAGE", this is the 12/14/2012 edition. Filmed at the Horns Up Rocks headquarters in New York City! We hope you enjoy it!
Full details on the news stories and tours mentioned on the video above, can be seen on our archive (located on the right hand side column) ----------------------------------------------------------->
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Without further due, here is the thirteenth installment of "TURN THE PAGE", this is the 12/14/2012 edition. Filmed at the Horns Up Rocks headquarters in New York City! We hope you enjoy it!
Full details on the news stories and tours mentioned on the video above, can be seen on our archive (located on the right hand side column) ----------------------------------------------------------->
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Friday, December 14, 2012
Members Of SLASH, TESTAMENT, CREED, BIOHAZARD & More React To The Tragic School Shooting In Connecticut!
Here is what various members of the Heavy Music world had to say about this:
"The Conn elementary school shooting is horrific. Those poor kids & their families. I'm speechless." - Slash
"We extend our condolences to the families of Newtown, CT who lost children and loved ones today. Our hearts are broken." - Ronnie James Dio's Team
"I don't care if you believe in God, Allah, Buddha, or anything for that matter. Pray for those children and their families!" - Mark Tremonti (CREED, ALTER BRIDGE & TREMONTI PROJECT)
"Just now getting latest news ie Connecticut. Unthinkably horrifying. Sad day for many & for the US. Enough already. What will the pro-gun constituency say now- to start arming 4th graders? Responsible Gun Ownership = Fine. Current System = Not Working." - Alex Skolnick (TESTAMENT)
"We are devastated to hear about the horrible events in Newtown, Conn. Our thoughts goes to everyone involved and deepest condolences to the victims families." - IN FLAMES
"Deeply shocked and sad on this horrible news today.... my heart goes out to all involved in this tragedy. I just want to go home now.... much love and respect! xxx" - Roy Mayorga (STONE SOUR)
"My hearts and prayers go out to the families of Newtown, CT... another sad day in our history!! Those days are growing faster than I ever imagined possible!" - Billy Graziadei (BIOHAZARD)
"Columbine high school in 1999 was a bunch of deranged and abused students that were taking revenge on their schoolmates for their "apparent abuse." Obviously, they were all deranged and committed a heinous act. But this is above and beyond anything that anyone has ever seen. And the fact that it was a team of shooters is just unfathomable to think about or comprehend. Loss for words right now... All of the victims are in my thoughts." - Jeff Kendrick (DEVILDRIVER)
"For the record, I am for the right to bear arms,but we should at least be able to have an honest discussion about the gun obsession in the US. I apologize for the venting, but it just pisses me that this keeps happening over and over again. It's a tough, complex problem. - Doc Coyle (GOD FORBID)
"SO MANY LOW LIFE SCUMBAG PIECE OF SHITS IN THIS COUNTRY!!!!!!!" - Marc Rizzo (SOULFLY & CAVALERA CONSPIRACY)
"My heart goes out to all the families and children affected in Connecticut." - Full Metal Jackie
"Really what can be done? Do we need barbed wire and guards at Elementary school. We can't remove all the guns. Tell me what can we do?" - Rikki Rachtman
Read more about this very sad tragedy HERE!
SEVENDUST: Teaser #1 For 'Black Out The Sun' Released!
As previously reported, March 26, 2013 is going to be a very good day for SEVENDUST fans. That day brings the highly anticipated release of the band’s brand NEW album, their ninth studio effort, 'BLACK OUT THE SUN', on their 7Bros. Records label (through Warner Music Group's Independent Label Group). The first single, “Decay,” will be released to radio and available for download at online retail outlets January 22, 2013.
The band has released the first trailer for 'BLACK OUT THE SUN':
Anxious to share the scorching NEW sounds, SEVENDUST will set out on a headlining tour with Lacuna Coil starting February 2, 2013 in Winston-Salem, NC at Ziggy’s. Tickets are on sale now! Fans should check their local ticket outlets for purchase info. More shows for SEVENDUST are currently in the works and will be announced in the coming months.
Tour Dates:
02/02/13 - Winston-Salem, NC @ Ziggy's
02/03/13 - Jacksonville, NC @ Hooligans
02/05/13 - Lancaster, PA @ Chameleon Club
02/06/13 - Clifton Park, NY @ Upstate Concert Hall
02/07/13 - Portland, ME @ The Asylum
02/08/13 - Allentown, PA @ Crocodile Rock
02/09/13 - Lynchburg, VA @ Phase 2
02/10/13 - Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works
02/12/13 - Fayetteville, AR @ George's Majestic Lounge
02/14/13 - Biloxi, MS @ Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
02/15/13 - Broussard, LA @ The Station
02/16/13 - Beaumont, TX @ Dixie Dance Hall
02/17/13 - Little Rock, AR @ Revolution! Music Room
02/19/13 - Springfield, IL @ Boondocks
02/21/13 - Bloomington, IL @ The Castle Theatre
02/22/13 - South Bend, IN @ Club Fever
02/23/13 - Cedar Falls, IA @ Pepsi Pavilion
Related links:
Sevendust
Norwegian Black Metallers DARKTHRONE To Release "The Underground Resistance" In __________!
'The Underground Resistance' is Darkthrone's latest venture through the Metal cosmos, and first NEW album since the 2010 opus 'Circle the Wagons'. 'The Underground Resistance' contains Darkthrone's trademark masterful riffing in a broad range of styles, effortlessly bounding through the annals of classic Metal, taking in Thrash, Speed and Black Metal, and not forgetting a dose of Punk. All in all a ferocious and dynamic set of tracks drenched in Fenriz's and Nocturno's rich and diverse tastes in all things metal, primarily those rooted firmly in the spirit of the 80's. Six tracks long, and each one an epic in itself, this is undoubtedly Darkthrone's strongest outing of late.
'The Underground Resistance' was written and recorded spring 2010 to summer 2012 at Necrohell 2 studios by the band themselves. The album was mastered by Jack Control at Enormous Door in Texas. Cover artwork also comes courtesy of the iconic and celebrated artist Jim Fitzpatrick (see above).
Commented Fenriz, "Three songs each, Ted's are flown from the universe of metal with his strongest voice ever so far. Songs of mine are torn from the wombs of the riders of rohan of Metal, safely cradled in 1985 style."
Darkthrone began life in the late 80's as a Thrash/Death metal act and progressed through technical Death/Doom Metal experimentation to become a legend of the Black Metal world and one of the original leading bands of the Norwegian scene, as well as inspiring a whole generation of Metal bands.
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Peaceville Records
Set Times For New York City's DETHKLOK, MACHINE HEAD, ALL THAT REMAINS & THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER Concert!
The tour package that was affected by that bitch Sandy featuring DETHKLOK, MACHINE HEAD, ALL THAT REMAINS and THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER, arrives tonight (December 14) to New york City's Roseland Ballroom. The show was originally scheduled to take place at the Roseland Ballroom on November 3. Here are the set times for tonight's show:
- 6:00: Doors
- 6:30: The Black Dahlia Murder
- 7:15: Machine Head
- 8:30: All That Remains
- 9:30: Dethklok
As previously reported, DETHKLOK returns this fall with 'Metalocalypse: Dethklok Dethalbum III', the highly-anticipated follow up album that fans of the animated band have been begging for. The stars of the Adult Swim series Metalocalypse will unleash 12 brand NEW tracks that are more brutal than ever before in this fall’s release, set to hit stores throughout North America on October 16, 2012 from Williams Street Records. The "Dethalbum III" is once again co-produced by Metalocalypse co-creator Brendon Small and Dethklok producer Ulrich Wild (The Dethalbum and Dethalbum II). The cover art was also illustrated by "The Dethalbum" and "Dethalbum II" cover artist Antonio Canobbio. More details and NEW music HERE!
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MACHINE HEAD
ALL THAT REMAINS
THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER
- 6:00: Doors
- 6:30: The Black Dahlia Murder
- 7:15: Machine Head
- 8:30: All That Remains
- 9:30: Dethklok
As previously reported, DETHKLOK returns this fall with 'Metalocalypse: Dethklok Dethalbum III', the highly-anticipated follow up album that fans of the animated band have been begging for. The stars of the Adult Swim series Metalocalypse will unleash 12 brand NEW tracks that are more brutal than ever before in this fall’s release, set to hit stores throughout North America on October 16, 2012 from Williams Street Records. The "Dethalbum III" is once again co-produced by Metalocalypse co-creator Brendon Small and Dethklok producer Ulrich Wild (The Dethalbum and Dethalbum II). The cover art was also illustrated by "The Dethalbum" and "Dethalbum II" cover artist Antonio Canobbio. More details and NEW music HERE!
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MACHINE HEAD
ALL THAT REMAINS
THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER
SUFFOCATION Crush Senses With The Premiere Of Their Song "As Grace Descends"!
Recently, SUFFOCATION unveiled the track listing for their highly anticipated upcoming release, 'Pinnacle of Bedlam' HERE!. The album features 10 genre-defining-bone-crushing tracks and also marks the return of drummer Dave Culross, who played with the band previously on their 'Despise The Sun' EP. Founding member and former drummer Mike Smith also makes a special guest appearance on the re-recorded Breeding the Spawn track, “Beginning of Sorrow.”
'Pinnacle of Bedlam' is tentatively scheduled for a February 2013 release via Nuclear Blast in North America.
Today, the band has premiered the first cut from their upcoming album. Entitled "As Grace Descends", the song is definitely NOT for the weak hearted. Take a deep breath, and crank it!!!
'Pinnacle of Bedlam' was produced by the band and tracked at Full Force Studios in New York by longtime collaborator Joe Cincotta. The mixing and mastering was handled this time around by world renowned producer/engineer Zeuss (HATEBREED, ARSIS, SUICIDE SILENCE). Cover artwork for 'Pinnacle of Bedlam' was created by artist Raymond Swanland (DEEDS OF FLESH, PSYCROPTIC).
Frank Mullen, front man for New York Death Metal veterans SUFFOCATION, recently gave an interview to Horns Up Rocks that spread very quickly about him no longer performing with the band full time:
We also spoke with bands bassist Derek Boyer about the bands NEW album:
Videos by: Zulie Alvarez (www.zuliephotographierocks.com/)
Related links:
Suffocation's Official Site
'Pinnacle of Bedlam' is tentatively scheduled for a February 2013 release via Nuclear Blast in North America.
Today, the band has premiered the first cut from their upcoming album. Entitled "As Grace Descends", the song is definitely NOT for the weak hearted. Take a deep breath, and crank it!!!
'Pinnacle of Bedlam' was produced by the band and tracked at Full Force Studios in New York by longtime collaborator Joe Cincotta. The mixing and mastering was handled this time around by world renowned producer/engineer Zeuss (HATEBREED, ARSIS, SUICIDE SILENCE). Cover artwork for 'Pinnacle of Bedlam' was created by artist Raymond Swanland (DEEDS OF FLESH, PSYCROPTIC).
Frank Mullen, front man for New York Death Metal veterans SUFFOCATION, recently gave an interview to Horns Up Rocks that spread very quickly about him no longer performing with the band full time:
We also spoke with bands bassist Derek Boyer about the bands NEW album:
Videos by: Zulie Alvarez (www.zuliephotographierocks.com/)
Related links:
Suffocation's Official Site
Courtney Love On NIRVANA's "Reunion": "Look, if John [Lennon] were alive it would be cool."
Towards the end of the event, which finalized around 1 AM Eastern Time, THE BEATLES' legend Paul McCartney was joined by the surviving members of NIRVANA - Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic - and Pat Smears from the FOO FIGHTERS. The group performed "Cut Me Some Slack", a song that will be available to purchase as part of a live compilation album of songs from the evening. It will also be included on the soundtrack of Grohl's NEW movie, "Sound City Movie" (Watch the trailer HERE).
According to The Pulse Of Radio, Courtney Love (Kurt Cobain's widow), went on Facebook even before the event and wrote that she was "not amused" by McCartney's involvement, adding, "Look, if John [Lennon] were alive it would be cool."
After the performance, she returned online to post a series of trademark incoherent comments. For example: "if they don't do songs they didn't write (Nirvana songs they don't own) i don't care."
The famously controversial Love, also bashed Krist Novoselic's bass playing. Love responsed to a comment from a Facebook user named Scott, who really enjoyed the performance. Love replied, "Scott really? I will repeat, with Krist's bass playing? Lets be clear hes not exactly known for its brilliance." Watch video of this historic performance HERE!
What did you think about the performance? Let us know at the comments section below.
Via Blabbermouth
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Thursday, December 13, 2012
STIGMA: Album Title, Release Date & Cover Art Unveiled!
Hardcore ambassador, Vinnie Stigma, has revealed a bunch of details regarding his second solo record. The follow up to 'New York Blood' will be released on February 26 via Durty Mick Records and Sunny Bastard Records. Entitled 'For Love & Glory', the NEW Stigma promises to contain more Punk Rock elements than their previous effort. Here is the cover artwork for 'For Love & Glory':
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Cristina Scabbia Clears The Water Regarding Bands Lineup After NEW Video Awakens Rumors
"It seems for some of you guys it's SO strange that we did one video with Andi and myself only...which I find it interesting, considering so many videos in the world where only the singers are involved (for time, space, storyboard, budget... millions of reasons you'll never know).
"Just want to reassure you everyone else in LC is still in the band and the 6 of us can be detached from each other sometimes :)))))"
LACUNA COIL is proud to announce that they will visit the US in early 2013 in their first tour of the New Year. The band will head out with SEVENDUST on a 17-date run throughout the month of February. The tour kicks off on February 2, 2013 in Winston-Salem, NC and tickets for the tour go on-sale Friday, November 30, 2012. Fans should check their local ticketing outlets for information on how to purchase tickets.
Tour Dates:
02/02/13 - Winston-Salem, NC @ Ziggy's
02/03/13 - Jacksonville, NC @ Hooligans
02/05/13 - Lancaster, PA @ Chameleon Club
02/06/13 - Clifton Park, NY @ Upstate Concert Hall
02/07/13 - Portland, ME @ The Asylum
02/08/13 - Allentown, PA @ Crocodile Rock
02/09/13 - Lynchburg, VA @ Phase 2
02/10/13 - Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works
02/12/13 - Fayetteville, AR @ George's Majestic Lounge
02/14/13 - Biloxi, MS @ Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
02/15/13 - Broussard, LA @ The Station
02/16/13 - Beaumont, TX @ Dixie Dance Hall
02/17/13 - Little Rock, AR @ Revolution! Music Room
02/19/13 - Springfield, IL @ Boondocks
02/21/13 - Bloomington, IL @ The Castle Theatre
02/22/13 - South Bend, IN @ Club Fever
02/23/13 - Cedar Falls, IA @ Pepsi Pavilion
Related links:
Lacuna Coil
Century Media Records
Watch This Short Documentary Filmed In Berlin Featuring TRIVIUM, AS I LAY DYING, CALIBAN & UPON A BURNING BODY!
The documentary below was filmed on November 7, 2012 by Impericon in Berlin, Germany during the tour European tour featuring Trivium, As I Lay Dying, Caliban and Upon A Burning Body.
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As I Lay Dying
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As I Lay Dying
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Upon A Burning Body
'The Big Teutonic 4' (KREATOR + SODOM + DESTRUCTION + TANKARD) To Perform In Germany Together - Details Available!
Another chapter of Heavy Metal history will be written in 2013…
When the BEASTIVAL festival will open its hellish gates from May 30 to June 1 in Geiselwind, Germany, every fan should be aware this is going to be a historical event. BEASTIVAL managed to accomplish something unique: THE BIG TEUTONIC 4! KREATOR, SODOM, DESTRUCTION & TANKARD on one evening, on one stage – something that has never happened despite the plus 25 year-career of every single band involved!
When the Thrash Metal scene started to rise in the early 80s in Germany and the USA, nobody expected this underground scene would turn into one of the biggest movements in Heavy Metal. Sure, Metal acts such as Iron Maiden and Judas Priest were filling the biggest venues back then, but this was something NEW, something that would leave its mark on Heavy Metal to this very day: Thrash Metal! This style combined the energy and pace of Hardcore Punk with the techniques of the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal and built a fresh fan base. The scene was growing and growing… record labels were founded, underground clubs popped up and fanzines were being published. Around this time, KREATOR, SODOM, DESTRUCTION & TANKARD emerged – who are nowadays being referred to as “The Big Teutonic 4”. Four German bands who are being hailed as the crown princes of Thrash Metal worldwide and who have influenced countless successors and later Metal genres with their albums and tours!
Without these bands, the Metal scene as we know it today would not exist!
So the time has come for the BEASTIVAL 2013, and these four bands will join forces on stage for the first time ever! An event that will warm the hearts of generations of Metal fans!
Let`s head for the BEASTIVAL in Geiselwind, Germany where the motto will be for the first time ever: THE BIG TEUTONIC 4!
Here the current line-up:
BEASTIVAL 2013 (30.05. – 01.06.2013 – Geiselwind)
-> Presented by MUSIX, NOIZELETTER, PIRANHA, STAR FM, METALNEWS.DE and BLAST!
- SABATON
The big Teutonic 4:
- KREATOR
- SODOM
- DESTRUCTION
- TANKARD
- WINTERSUN
- KATAKLYSM
- SATYRICON
- DIE APOKALYPTISCHEN REITER
- U.D.O
- DARK TRANQUILLITY
- KORPIKLAANI
- VARG
- EISREGEN
- ASPHYX
- NACHTMYSTIUM
- HEIDEVOLK
- MILKING THE GOATMACHINE
- MERCENARY
- MAJESTY
- HUNTRESS
- ACCUSER
…AND MANY MORE!
Get your ticket or your limited fan pack (ticket, T-Shirt + NoiseArt CD of your choice) at www.hardticket.eu
Heavy Metal = A "Religion" Stronger Than Satanism & Scientology?
This is very cool! According to The Guardian, during the most recent U.K. census over 6,000 citizens of England and Wales claimed Heavy Metal as the "religion" they choose to follow. Wait, there is more. It was also reported that more people registered Heavy Metal than they did Satanism. Actually, only 1,893 declared that they follow the church of Satan.
But who is to blame for thousands of people choosing "Heavy Metal" as their "religion"? We can all point the finger at the great folks over at Metal Hammer! Why is that? Well, three years ago, they launched a campaign urging Metal fans to officially register their faith as Heavy Metal while filling in the census questionnaire.
Additionally, SAXON's own Biff Byford became the proposed faith's "world Metal peace ambassador".
"Like a lot of good ideas, this one came about in a pub and the response online has been overwhelming. It only reinforces the belief that Heavy Metal remains strong in its U.K. birthplace and across the globe. If the Jedi can do it, then we can too. The only requirement to join our campaign is that you listen to Heavy Metal, our commandment: everything louder than everyone else." - Alexander Milas (Metal Hammer)
Byford told Independent.co.uk in 2010 that "heavy metal is a tribal music and everyone is a member of the tribe. The audience is very, very loyal… especially the Germans. It's not like pop music, where if the next song isn't good enough then forget about it; with our music, people will allow you to be shit sometimes, and that's one of the great things."
He added, "The music's not about love. Our songs are more about Richard The Lionheart, steel trains and thunder. But when you do click with a big audience, it can be quite an experience, a massive connection… I suppose you could say it is a religious experience in a way."
Via Blabbermouth.net
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Saxon
Here Is Video Footage Of The NIRVANA "Reunion" With THE BEATLES' Paul McCartney!
Last night, many of Rock N' Roll's finest stars took over New York City's Madison Square Garden for "12.12.12" the Concert For Sandy Relief. The live music event helped provide assistance to the millions of people throughout the tri-state area who have been affected by Hurricane Sandy.
Towards the end of the event, which finalized around 1 AM Eastern Time, THE BEATLES' legend Paul McCartney was joined by the surviving members of NIRVANA - Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic - and Pat Smears from the FOO FIGHTERS. The group performed "Cut Me Some Slack", a song that will be available to purchase as part of a live compilation album of songs from the evening. It will also be included on the soundtrack of Grohl's NEW movie, "Sound City Movie" (Watch the trailer HERE).
Before introducing the song, McCartney said: "Recently some guys asked me to go and jam with them. So I showed up... and in the middle of it, these guys kept saying, 'We haven't played together for years, you know?'
"The penny finally dropped, I finally understood that I was in the middle of a NIRVANA reunion."
Here is some video footage of this historic performance:
Via Blabbermouth
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Towards the end of the event, which finalized around 1 AM Eastern Time, THE BEATLES' legend Paul McCartney was joined by the surviving members of NIRVANA - Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic - and Pat Smears from the FOO FIGHTERS. The group performed "Cut Me Some Slack", a song that will be available to purchase as part of a live compilation album of songs from the evening. It will also be included on the soundtrack of Grohl's NEW movie, "Sound City Movie" (Watch the trailer HERE).
Before introducing the song, McCartney said: "Recently some guys asked me to go and jam with them. So I showed up... and in the middle of it, these guys kept saying, 'We haven't played together for years, you know?'
"The penny finally dropped, I finally understood that I was in the middle of a NIRVANA reunion."
Here is some video footage of this historic performance:
Via Blabbermouth
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Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Watch KRISIUN's NEW Video For "The Will To Potency" Now!
On their last tour across the US, the Três Irmãos of KRISIUN filmed a new video for "The Will To Potency", a song from their latest studio album, The Great Execution. The director and producer of the video, Tommy Jones, comments:
"The band had originally contacted me to do a live video on the 'Conquerors of the World Tour'. We filmed every night live, however the day before the last show of the tour, we had a day off on a drive through New Mexico towards the last show in Texas. I had the idea of filming the band out in the middle of the desert because I love that area and always wanted to do a desert shoot. So I convinced the driver to pull over in the middle of nowhere at 9AM. We filmed for about 2 and a half hours out there, using a laptop as audio playback. We caught the attention of the Mexican Border Patrol who came to check out what we were doing. They sent about 3 SUVs out to check us out. Once they made sure we weren't doing anything 'too illegal' they got a kick out of it and were taking pictures on their iPhones because they said in all their years, they haven't seen a band set up in the middle of the desert.
"When it was all said and done, we filmed every night on tour, but it ended up that the majority of the video was filmed on that day off in the middle of the New Mexican desert in about 2.5 hours.
"It was a fun video, and I'm glad we got to do it this way, we all are really stoked how the desert stuff came out."
Watch this Tarantino-esque video now, courtesy of No Clean Singing.com.
European tour dates for KRISIUN will soon be announced, so stay tuned for an update coming soon!
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Krisiun
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Century Media Records
Second Leg Announced For IN FLAMES' Tour With Demon Hunter, All Shall Perish and Battlecross!
Remember that we told you that IN FLAMES will be touring in early 2013 with DEMON HUNTER, ALL SHALL PERISH and BATTLECROSS? Well, the second Leg of the 2013 "Another Year Another Tour" has just been announced. Check out the full agenda:
- 02/02: Ft. Lauderdale, FL at Revolution
- 02/04: Athens, GA at Georgia Theatre
- 02/05: Asheville, NC at The Orange Peel
- 02/07: Covington, KY at Madison Theatre
- 02/08: Joliet, IL at Mojoes
- 02/09: Lincoln, NE at Bourbon Theatre
- 02/10: Boulder, CO at Boulder Theater
- 02/12: Flagstaff, AZ at Orpheum Theater
- 02/13: San Diego, CA at House Of Blues
- 02/14: Santa Cruz, CA at The Catalyst
- 02/15: Ventura, CA at Ventura Theater
- 02/16: Reno, NV at Knitting Factory
- 02/18: Vancouver, BC at Commodore Ballroom
- 02/20: Edmonton, AB at Union Hall
- 02/21: Calgary, AB at MacEwan Hall Ballroom
- 02/22: Saskatoon, SK at Odeon Events Centre
- 02/23: Winnipeg, MB at The Garrick Centre
- 02/24: Fargo, ND at The Venue
- 02/26: Flint, MI at The Machine Shop
- 02/27: Guelph, ON at Guelph Concerte Theatre
- 02/28: Quebec City, QC at Theatre Imperial
- 03/01: Moncton, NB at Casino NB
- 03/02: Halifax, NS at Cunard Centre
- 03/04: New Haven, CT at Toad’s Place
- 03/05: Clifton Park, NY at Upstage Concert Hall
- 03/06: Allentown, PA at Crocodile Rock
- 03/07: Norfolk, VA at The Norva
IN FLAMES comments, "We are excited to be coming back to North America once again. On this tour we hope to see some old fans and some new fans from cities we have never played before, look forward to seeing you soon."
IN FLAMES has sold over a million albums in the US alone, with their latest, 'Sounds Of A Playground Fading', debuting at #26 on the Billboard Top 200 Charts in the US and #1 on the German album charts.
Remaining Dates with Lamb Of God:
12/13/12 - San Francisco, CA @ Warfield Theatre
12/14/12 - Medford, OR @ Medford Armory
12/15/12 - Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory Concert House
12/16/12 - Seattle, WA @ Showbox SODO
70,000 Tons of Metal Cruise:
01/28/13 - 02/01/13 - Miami, FL
Right before the bands recent set at the Roseland Ballroom in New York City, we had the chance to chat with In Flames' frontman Anders Fridén about their current tour with Lamb Of God, Hatebreed and Sylosis. We also discussed the impact of Hurricane Sandy on the entire world and what the future plans are for the In Flames machine. Additionally, we chatted about the message behind Anders' lyrics and what the band wanted to accomplish when they released 'Sounds Of A Playground Fading'.
Video by: Zulie Alvarez (www.zuliephotographierocks.com/)
Related links:
Official Site of In Flames
In Flames on MySpace
Jesterhead
In Flames on Twitter
The Horns Up Rocks Top 12 Interviews Of 2012!
During 2012, Horns Up Rocks had the chance to interview dozens of artists about their various musical endeavors. While most of the interviews were very memorable, here are the 12 that caused the most impact within the Heavy Music scene. Here are the Horns Up Rocks Top 12 Interviews Of 2012! HERE is our Top 12 Records list!
12) Vinnie Paul (HELLYEAH, Ex-PANTERA): Earlier this year, the great folks over at Eleven Seven Music invited us to their headquarters to chat with HELLYEAH! While the scenario wasn't very Rock N' Roll, we were in a conference room, the HELLYEAH boys were very open to discuss anything we threw at them. During this segment, Vinnie Paul clears the air about a potential PANTERA reunion and he even pays tribute to PINK FLOYD! Check it out!
11) Danny Worsnop (ASKING ALEXANDRIA): Right before ASKING ALEXANDRIA opened the main stage one last time at this year's Mayhem Fest, we had the chance to chat with vocalist Danny Worsnop about the bands experience at the fest. We also discussed how he has managed to overcome his addiction to drugs and the bands future plans.
10) Matt Heafy (TRIVIUM): Prior to Matt Heafy's first ever acoustic performance, we had the chance to chat with Heafy about what fans can expect on the next TRIVIUM album and the bands recent festival performances in Europe and Canada. We also discussed his involvement with Moscot Music and TRIVIUM's musical philosophy.
9) Frank Mullen (SUFFOCATION): Prior to SUFFOCATION's crushing "Long Island Hall Of Fame" celebratory performance, we chatted with Frank Mullen (the bands front man and vocalist), and he shocked us with the news that he will not be touring full time with the band upon the release of their NEW album 'The Pinnacle of Bedlam' (set to be released in February/March of 2013 via Nuclear Blast Records) due to his current commitment with his full time job.
8) Jesse Leach (KILLSWITCH ENGAGE & THE EMPIRE SHALL FALL): If one had to point fingers at who is responsible for KSE's and TESF's musical direction, all fingers would be pointed at vocalist/lyricist Jesse Leach. Regardless of which band he is with, Leach always brings with him a bag full of tricks that are ever-changing. His energy on stage is addicting, and his vocal projection is always on point.
7) Karl Sanders (NILE): During NILE's recent tour stop in New York City with THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER, SKELETONWITCH and HOUR OF PENNANCE, we had the chance to sit down and chat with NILE's own Karl Sanders. During the conversation we discussed the bands legacy, their NEW album 'At The Gate Of Sethu', and why he chooses to play DEAN Guitars!
6) The Cavalera's: This year we had the chance to chat with Max Cavalera and his sons about the "Maximum Cavalera Tour", and how life on the road as a family has made them a stronger family. We also talked with them about Max's involvement in their son's musical careers and how he is making sure that they are learning the business with little to no guidance.
5) Steven Adler (ADLER, Ex-GUNS N ROSES): Prior to the kick off of the 2012 Revolver Gods Awards show, we had the chance to chat with Steven Adler (ex-Guns N Roses) about GNR's induction into the Rock N Roll hall of fame. We also asked band mates to tell us all about ADLER's NEW album.
4) Alex Skolnick (TESTAMENT): In anticipation of the release of TESTAMENT's NEW album 'The Dark Roots Of Earth', we had the chance to exclusively chat with him at the "meet and greet" that was hosted in New York City. Here is what went down!
3) Cristina Scabbia (LACUNA COIL): This year we had the chance to chat with Lacuna Coil's own Cristina Scabbia. During the conversation, we chatted with her about the bands involvement in these years Gigantour. We also discussed the bands NEWEST album 'Dark Adrenaline', and she even offered a handful of helpful tips for fellow artists.
2) Mina Caputo (Ex-LIFE OF AGONY): As most of you know, last year, Keith Caputo announced that he was a trans-gender person. After hearing this shocking news, the Heavy Music world immediately went awol and a few close minded LIFE OF AGONY fans and some members of the media, bashed Caputo's decision to "come out'. At that time we immediately asked the public to respect Caputo's decision, since we truly believe that he sent a very strong message to a genre of music that carries way too many stereotypes. Here is his very first interview following his decision to become Mina Caputo.
1) Mitch Lucker (SUICIDE SILENCE) - RIP: Prior to SUICIDE SILENCE's last New York City performance in front of 1000+ fans, we had the chance to chat with SUICIDE SILENCE's frontman Mitch Lucker. During the conversation, which you can watch below, we discussed the "All Stars Tour", the bands recipe for success and their upcoming NEW album! Unfortunately, this was one of the last interviews Mitch ever did!
We want to thank all the people who made all these interviews possible, and of course all of you for checking them out! In 2013, we're bringing all sorts of surprises your way, so stay tuned! \m/
12) Vinnie Paul (HELLYEAH, Ex-PANTERA): Earlier this year, the great folks over at Eleven Seven Music invited us to their headquarters to chat with HELLYEAH! While the scenario wasn't very Rock N' Roll, we were in a conference room, the HELLYEAH boys were very open to discuss anything we threw at them. During this segment, Vinnie Paul clears the air about a potential PANTERA reunion and he even pays tribute to PINK FLOYD! Check it out!
11) Danny Worsnop (ASKING ALEXANDRIA): Right before ASKING ALEXANDRIA opened the main stage one last time at this year's Mayhem Fest, we had the chance to chat with vocalist Danny Worsnop about the bands experience at the fest. We also discussed how he has managed to overcome his addiction to drugs and the bands future plans.
10) Matt Heafy (TRIVIUM): Prior to Matt Heafy's first ever acoustic performance, we had the chance to chat with Heafy about what fans can expect on the next TRIVIUM album and the bands recent festival performances in Europe and Canada. We also discussed his involvement with Moscot Music and TRIVIUM's musical philosophy.
9) Frank Mullen (SUFFOCATION): Prior to SUFFOCATION's crushing "Long Island Hall Of Fame" celebratory performance, we chatted with Frank Mullen (the bands front man and vocalist), and he shocked us with the news that he will not be touring full time with the band upon the release of their NEW album 'The Pinnacle of Bedlam' (set to be released in February/March of 2013 via Nuclear Blast Records) due to his current commitment with his full time job.
8) Jesse Leach (KILLSWITCH ENGAGE & THE EMPIRE SHALL FALL): If one had to point fingers at who is responsible for KSE's and TESF's musical direction, all fingers would be pointed at vocalist/lyricist Jesse Leach. Regardless of which band he is with, Leach always brings with him a bag full of tricks that are ever-changing. His energy on stage is addicting, and his vocal projection is always on point.
7) Karl Sanders (NILE): During NILE's recent tour stop in New York City with THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER, SKELETONWITCH and HOUR OF PENNANCE, we had the chance to sit down and chat with NILE's own Karl Sanders. During the conversation we discussed the bands legacy, their NEW album 'At The Gate Of Sethu', and why he chooses to play DEAN Guitars!
6) The Cavalera's: This year we had the chance to chat with Max Cavalera and his sons about the "Maximum Cavalera Tour", and how life on the road as a family has made them a stronger family. We also talked with them about Max's involvement in their son's musical careers and how he is making sure that they are learning the business with little to no guidance.
5) Steven Adler (ADLER, Ex-GUNS N ROSES): Prior to the kick off of the 2012 Revolver Gods Awards show, we had the chance to chat with Steven Adler (ex-Guns N Roses) about GNR's induction into the Rock N Roll hall of fame. We also asked band mates to tell us all about ADLER's NEW album.
4) Alex Skolnick (TESTAMENT): In anticipation of the release of TESTAMENT's NEW album 'The Dark Roots Of Earth', we had the chance to exclusively chat with him at the "meet and greet" that was hosted in New York City. Here is what went down!
3) Cristina Scabbia (LACUNA COIL): This year we had the chance to chat with Lacuna Coil's own Cristina Scabbia. During the conversation, we chatted with her about the bands involvement in these years Gigantour. We also discussed the bands NEWEST album 'Dark Adrenaline', and she even offered a handful of helpful tips for fellow artists.
2) Mina Caputo (Ex-LIFE OF AGONY): As most of you know, last year, Keith Caputo announced that he was a trans-gender person. After hearing this shocking news, the Heavy Music world immediately went awol and a few close minded LIFE OF AGONY fans and some members of the media, bashed Caputo's decision to "come out'. At that time we immediately asked the public to respect Caputo's decision, since we truly believe that he sent a very strong message to a genre of music that carries way too many stereotypes. Here is his very first interview following his decision to become Mina Caputo.
1) Mitch Lucker (SUICIDE SILENCE) - RIP: Prior to SUICIDE SILENCE's last New York City performance in front of 1000+ fans, we had the chance to chat with SUICIDE SILENCE's frontman Mitch Lucker. During the conversation, which you can watch below, we discussed the "All Stars Tour", the bands recipe for success and their upcoming NEW album! Unfortunately, this was one of the last interviews Mitch ever did!
We want to thank all the people who made all these interviews possible, and of course all of you for checking them out! In 2013, we're bringing all sorts of surprises your way, so stay tuned! \m/
LACUNA COIL Premiere Music Video For "End Of Time"
Italy's finest musical export in recent history, LACUNA COIL, have just unleashed a brand NEW music video for their song "End Of Time". The song is taken from the bands latest album 'Dark Adrenaline'. Check the video out and spread it like a wildfire!
The band is proud to announce that they will visit the US in early 2013 in their first tour of the New Year. The band will head out with SEVENDUST on a 17-date run throughout the month of February. The tour kicks off on February 2, 2013 in Winston-Salem, NC and tickets for the tour go on-sale Friday, November 30, 2012. Fans should check their local ticketing outlets for information on how to purchase tickets.
LACUNA COIL has spent the past year touring the world in support of their NEW album, 'DARK ADRENALINE'. Released earlier this year via Century Media Records, the album debuted at #15 on the Billboard Top 200 Chart, selling nearly 20,000 units in its first week, and spawned the crushing first single "Trip The Darkness." The band has sold upwards of 800,000 units in the US alone and with six full-length albums, two EPs, various singles and a DVD under their belt; LACUNA COIL maintains their prominent role in the modern Rock and Metal scene.
Tour Dates:
02/02/13 - Winston-Salem, NC @ Ziggy's
02/03/13 - Jacksonville, NC @ Hooligans
02/05/13 - Lancaster, PA @ Chameleon Club
02/06/13 - Clifton Park, NY @ Upstate Concert Hall
02/07/13 - Portland, ME @ The Asylum
02/08/13 - Allentown, PA @ Crocodile Rock
02/09/13 - Lynchburg, VA @ Phase 2
02/10/13 - Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works
02/12/13 - Fayetteville, AR @ George's Majestic Lounge
02/14/13 - Biloxi, MS @ Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
02/15/13 - Broussard, LA @ The Station
02/16/13 - Beaumont, TX @ Dixie Dance Hall
02/17/13 - Little Rock, AR @ Revolution! Music Room
02/19/13 - Springfield, IL @ Boondocks
02/21/13 - Bloomington, IL @ The Castle Theatre
02/22/13 - South Bend, IN @ Club Fever
02/23/13 - Cedar Falls, IA @ Pepsi Pavilion
Related links:
Lacuna Coil
Century Media Records
The band is proud to announce that they will visit the US in early 2013 in their first tour of the New Year. The band will head out with SEVENDUST on a 17-date run throughout the month of February. The tour kicks off on February 2, 2013 in Winston-Salem, NC and tickets for the tour go on-sale Friday, November 30, 2012. Fans should check their local ticketing outlets for information on how to purchase tickets.
LACUNA COIL has spent the past year touring the world in support of their NEW album, 'DARK ADRENALINE'. Released earlier this year via Century Media Records, the album debuted at #15 on the Billboard Top 200 Chart, selling nearly 20,000 units in its first week, and spawned the crushing first single "Trip The Darkness." The band has sold upwards of 800,000 units in the US alone and with six full-length albums, two EPs, various singles and a DVD under their belt; LACUNA COIL maintains their prominent role in the modern Rock and Metal scene.
Tour Dates:
02/02/13 - Winston-Salem, NC @ Ziggy's
02/03/13 - Jacksonville, NC @ Hooligans
02/05/13 - Lancaster, PA @ Chameleon Club
02/06/13 - Clifton Park, NY @ Upstate Concert Hall
02/07/13 - Portland, ME @ The Asylum
02/08/13 - Allentown, PA @ Crocodile Rock
02/09/13 - Lynchburg, VA @ Phase 2
02/10/13 - Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works
02/12/13 - Fayetteville, AR @ George's Majestic Lounge
02/14/13 - Biloxi, MS @ Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
02/15/13 - Broussard, LA @ The Station
02/16/13 - Beaumont, TX @ Dixie Dance Hall
02/17/13 - Little Rock, AR @ Revolution! Music Room
02/19/13 - Springfield, IL @ Boondocks
02/21/13 - Bloomington, IL @ The Castle Theatre
02/22/13 - South Bend, IN @ Club Fever
02/23/13 - Cedar Falls, IA @ Pepsi Pavilion
Related links:
Lacuna Coil
Century Media Records
The HORNS UP ROCKS Top 12 Records Of 2012!
There is no doubt in our minds that 2012 was a great year for OUR music, especially when it comes to NEW musical releases. In times in which EVERY single band is struggling in one form or another due to the decline of the music industry, the need for bands to release top notch quality music is more prevalent than ever before. Not only are the fans expecting a higher quality product, but they are also very distracted by today's modern technology. In other words, bands have very little time to catch the attention of their listeners.
Without further due, here are 12 records that surely grabbed the attention of many ear buds out there!
BETWEEN THE BURIED AND ME: 'The Parallax II: Future Sequence' (Released on October 9, 2012 via Metal Blade Records)
GOATWHORE: 'Blood For The Master' (Released on February 13, 2012 via Metal Blade Records)
CANNIBAL CORPSE: 'Torture' (Released on March 13, 2012 via Metal Blade Records)
MESHUGGAH: 'Koloss' (Released on March 23, 2012 via Nuclear Blast Records)
SOUNDGARDEN: 'King Animal' (Released on November 12, 2012 via Seven Four Entertainment)
DOWN: 'IV, Part 1 - The Purple EP (Released on September 18, 2012 via Down Records)
DEFTONES: 'Koi No Yokan' (Released on November 13, 2012 via Reprise Records)
LAMB OF GOD: 'Resolution' (Released on January 24, 2012 via Epic/Roadrunner)
VISION OF DISORDER: 'The Cursed Remain Cursed' (Released on September 18, 2012 via Candlelight Records)
SOULFLY: 'Enslaved' (Released on March 13, 2012 via Roadrunner Records)
TESTAMENT: 'Dark Roots Of Earth' (Released on July 27 and 31, 2012 via Nuclear Blast Records)
OVERKILL: 'The Electric Age' (Released on March 27, 2012 via Nuclear Blast Records)
Without further due, here are 12 records that surely grabbed the attention of many ear buds out there!
12
BETWEEN THE BURIED AND ME: 'The Parallax II: Future Sequence' (Released on October 9, 2012 via Metal Blade Records)
11
GOATWHORE: 'Blood For The Master' (Released on February 13, 2012 via Metal Blade Records)
10
CANNIBAL CORPSE: 'Torture' (Released on March 13, 2012 via Metal Blade Records)
9
MESHUGGAH: 'Koloss' (Released on March 23, 2012 via Nuclear Blast Records)
8
SOUNDGARDEN: 'King Animal' (Released on November 12, 2012 via Seven Four Entertainment)
7
DOWN: 'IV, Part 1 - The Purple EP (Released on September 18, 2012 via Down Records)
6
DEFTONES: 'Koi No Yokan' (Released on November 13, 2012 via Reprise Records)
5
LAMB OF GOD: 'Resolution' (Released on January 24, 2012 via Epic/Roadrunner)
4
VISION OF DISORDER: 'The Cursed Remain Cursed' (Released on September 18, 2012 via Candlelight Records)
3
SOULFLY: 'Enslaved' (Released on March 13, 2012 via Roadrunner Records)
2
TESTAMENT: 'Dark Roots Of Earth' (Released on July 27 and 31, 2012 via Nuclear Blast Records)
1: Record Of The Year
OVERKILL: 'The Electric Age' (Released on March 27, 2012 via Nuclear Blast Records)
NIRVANA "Reunion" Tonight With THE BEATLES' Paul McCartney?
As previously reported, tonight, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, The Madison Square Garden Company and The Weinstein Company— the same group that produced and sponsored the historic 9/11 benefit “The Concert for New York City”—are coming together once again to present "12.12.12" the Concert For Sandy Relief.
This special one night only live music event will help provide assistance to the millions of people throughout the tri-state area who have been affected by Hurricane Sandy. "12.12.12" the Concert For Sandy Relief will kick off at 7:30 PM ET at Madison Square Garden in New York City. See below for viewing details. More information HERE!
According to The Sun, THE BEATLES' legend Paul McCartney is rumored to be joinng the surviving members of NIRVANA - Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic - tonight (Wednesday, December 12) at the 12-12-12 "Concert For Sandy Relief" concert at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
The report claims that McCartney called Grohl who asked him to come and "jam with some mates" and then found himself playing with Grohl on drums, Novoselic on bass and Pat Smear on guitar. The report then quotes McCartney as saying: "I didn't really know who they were. They are saying how good it is to be back together. I said 'Whoa? You guys haven't played together for all that time?' And somebody whispered to me, 'That's NIRVANA. You're Kurt.' I couldn't believe it."
Here is where you can watch this historic concert!
Related links:
Donate HERE!
DEVIN TOWNSEND PROJECT & FEAR FACTORY Release A Video Full Of Tour Farts - Watch It Now!
Mr. Devin Townsend has posted a NEW four-song YouTube clip! Here is what he had to say about this full of gas video special:
"OK, guys, so here's the deal:
"It's been over 8 weeks away, and the Epic Industrialist tour is coming to an end. As a preface, this recording is the first of several installments (we're working on a video for it now, but you deserve to hear it in the raw form...) of our 'First Movement' together... Four-plus minutes of our tour farts.
"All of us on the bus (17 people) decided to start recording our farts on our iPhones, to give the general public an idea of how romantic being on a tour bus with 17 mental cases can be...
"Anyways, all these farts are real. All of them are ours. This is our mission statement.
"Ladies and gentlemen, this is FEAR FACTORY and the DEVIN TOWNSEND PROJECT, live and in the flesh.
"...Wanna borrow our phones?
"More tour videos coming soon... been a fucking long run..."
Don't forget that THE DEVIN TOWNSEND PROJECT will be touring with GOJIRA & THE ATLAS MOTH. Here is the complete list of tour dates:
1/14 - Mill City Nights - Minneapolis, MN
1/15 - The Garrick Centre - Winnipeg, MB
1/16 - Odeon Events Centre - Saskatoon, SK
1/17 - MacEwan Hall Ballroom - Calgary, AB
1/19 - Vogue Theater - Vancouver, BC
1/20 - Studio Seven - Seattle, WA
1/21 - Hawthorne Theater - Portland, OR
1/23 - The Fillmore - San Francisco, CA
1/24 - Ace of Spades - Sacramento, CA
1/25 - Henry Fonda Theatre - Los Angeles, CA
1/28 - The Marquee - Tempe, AZ
1/29 - Sunshine Theater - Albuquerque, NM
1/31 - Granada Theater - Dallas, TX
2/1 - White Rabbit - San Antonio, TX
2/2 - Warehouse Live - Houston, TX
2/4 - State Theatre - St. Petersburg, FL
2/5 - The Masquerade - Atlanta, GA
2/7 - Rams Head Live - Baltimore, MD
2/8 - Irving Plaza - New York, NY
2/9 - Mr. Smalls Theatre - Millvale, PA
2/11 - House of Blues - Chicago, IL
2/13 - Phoenix Concert Theatre -Toronto, ON
2/14 - Le National - Montreal, QC
2/15 - The Palladium - Worcester, MA
2/16 - Theatre Of Living Arts - Philadelphia, PA
Related links:
Devin Townsend Project
Fear Factory
"OK, guys, so here's the deal:
"It's been over 8 weeks away, and the Epic Industrialist tour is coming to an end. As a preface, this recording is the first of several installments (we're working on a video for it now, but you deserve to hear it in the raw form...) of our 'First Movement' together... Four-plus minutes of our tour farts.
"All of us on the bus (17 people) decided to start recording our farts on our iPhones, to give the general public an idea of how romantic being on a tour bus with 17 mental cases can be...
"Anyways, all these farts are real. All of them are ours. This is our mission statement.
"Ladies and gentlemen, this is FEAR FACTORY and the DEVIN TOWNSEND PROJECT, live and in the flesh.
"...Wanna borrow our phones?
"More tour videos coming soon... been a fucking long run..."
Don't forget that THE DEVIN TOWNSEND PROJECT will be touring with GOJIRA & THE ATLAS MOTH. Here is the complete list of tour dates:
1/14 - Mill City Nights - Minneapolis, MN
1/15 - The Garrick Centre - Winnipeg, MB
1/16 - Odeon Events Centre - Saskatoon, SK
1/17 - MacEwan Hall Ballroom - Calgary, AB
1/19 - Vogue Theater - Vancouver, BC
1/20 - Studio Seven - Seattle, WA
1/21 - Hawthorne Theater - Portland, OR
1/23 - The Fillmore - San Francisco, CA
1/24 - Ace of Spades - Sacramento, CA
1/25 - Henry Fonda Theatre - Los Angeles, CA
1/28 - The Marquee - Tempe, AZ
1/29 - Sunshine Theater - Albuquerque, NM
1/31 - Granada Theater - Dallas, TX
2/1 - White Rabbit - San Antonio, TX
2/2 - Warehouse Live - Houston, TX
2/4 - State Theatre - St. Petersburg, FL
2/5 - The Masquerade - Atlanta, GA
2/7 - Rams Head Live - Baltimore, MD
2/8 - Irving Plaza - New York, NY
2/9 - Mr. Smalls Theatre - Millvale, PA
2/11 - House of Blues - Chicago, IL
2/13 - Phoenix Concert Theatre -Toronto, ON
2/14 - Le National - Montreal, QC
2/15 - The Palladium - Worcester, MA
2/16 - Theatre Of Living Arts - Philadelphia, PA
Related links:
Devin Townsend Project
Fear Factory
"12-12-12" The Concert For Sandy Relief To Take Place Tonight At Madison Square Garden; Over 2 Billion People Expected To Watch!
Tonight, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, The Madison Square Garden Company and The Weinstein Company— the same group that produced and sponsored the historic 9/11 benefit “The Concert for New York City”—are coming together once again to present "12.12.12" the Concert For Sandy Relief.
This special one night only live music event will help provide assistance to the millions of people throughout the tri-state area who have been affected by Hurricane Sandy. "12.12.12" the Concert For Sandy Relief will kick off at 7:30 PM ET at Madison Square Garden in New York City. See below for viewing details.
Here is a list of the performers you can watch tonight (special surprise guests will also join the event):
- Paul McCartney
- Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band
- Bon Jovi
- Roger Waters
- The Who
- Eric Clapton
- Eddie Vedder
- Dave Grohl
- Billy Joel
- Alicia Keys
- Chris Martin
- Kanye West
Here is where you can watch this historic concert!
Related links:
Donate HERE!
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
The DEVIN TOWNSEND PROJECT Will Headline The Monsters of Rock Festival In The Czech Republic!
Earlier today, Mr. Devin Townsend made the following announcement:
"The DTP is confirmed to headline the main stage at the Monsters of Rock Festival in Vizovice, Czech Republic on Friday, July 12th."
Devin Townsend recently premiered a NEW video for the track "Lucky Animals", off of the NEW album 'Epicloud'. The video was created on the basis of combining all sorts of amazing and outstanding self-recorded videos that were submitted by Devin fans from all over the world, to make "Lucky Animals" a very special visual experience for everyone. More than 150 videos were submitted, out of which a good 130 made it into the video in the end (due to quality or legal issues some could not be used unfortunately). Watch it HERE!
To purchase 'Epicloud', please visit iTunes for a digital copy or CM Distro for various CD/LP formats.
Don't forget that THE DEVIN TOWNSEND PROJECT will be touring with GOJIRA & THE ATLAS MOTH. Here is the complete list of tour dates:
1/14 - Mill City Nights - Minneapolis, MN
1/15 - The Garrick Centre - Winnipeg, MB
1/16 - Odeon Events Centre - Saskatoon, SK
1/17 - MacEwan Hall Ballroom - Calgary, AB
1/19 - Vogue Theater - Vancouver, BC
1/20 - Studio Seven - Seattle, WA
1/21 - Hawthorne Theater - Portland, OR
1/23 - The Fillmore - San Francisco, CA
1/24 - Ace of Spades - Sacramento, CA
1/25 - Henry Fonda Theatre - Los Angeles, CA
1/28 - The Marquee - Tempe, AZ
1/29 - Sunshine Theater - Albuquerque, NM
1/31 - Granada Theater - Dallas, TX
2/1 - White Rabbit - San Antonio, TX
2/2 - Warehouse Live - Houston, TX
2/4 - State Theatre - St. Petersburg, FL
2/5 - The Masquerade - Atlanta, GA
2/7 - Rams Head Live - Baltimore, MD
2/8 - Irving Plaza - New York, NY
2/9 - Mr. Smalls Theatre - Millvale, PA
2/11 - House of Blues - Chicago, IL
2/13 - Phoenix Concert Theatre -Toronto, ON
2/14 - Le National - Montreal, QC
2/15 - The Palladium - Worcester, MA
2/16 - Theatre Of Living Arts - Philadelphia, PA
Here is an interview we conducted with Devin Townsend earlier this year:
Video and photo by: Zulie Alvarez (www.zuliephotographierocks.com/)
Related links:
Devin Townsend Project
HELLYEAH Forced To Cancel Appearance In Farmington, New Mexico - Statement From Vinnie Paul Available!
HELLYEAH is currently part of the LAMB OF GOD U.S. tour, which also features IN FLAMES and SYLOSIS. HELLYEAH is currently supporting their latest album 'Band Of Brothers' (available now via Eleven Seven Music). Vinnie Paul has announced that the band wont be able to perform tonight in Farmington, New Mexico. Here is what Vinnie Paul posted about an hour ago regarding this matter:
"We are sorry our bus broke down and we cannot make the show tonight!!! Kick some ass with Lamb Of God, In Flames and Sylosis!!! See you again soon!!!"
Here are the remaining tour dates:
11-Dec / Farmington, NM / McGhee Park / Friday September 21 / Buy Farmington Tickets Here
13-Dec / San Francisco, CA / Warfield / Friday September 21 / Buy San Francisco Tickets Here
14-Dec / Medford, OR / Medford Armory / Friday September 21 / Buy Medford Tickets Here
15-Dec / Spokane, WA / Knitting Factory / Friday September 21 / Buy Spokane Tickets Here
16-Dec / Seattle, WA / Showbox SoDo / Friday September 21 / Buy Seattle Tickets HereVOIVOD Premieres NEW Track "Kluskap O'Kom"!
On January 21st in Europe and January 22nd in North America, Canadian progressive Metal pioneers VOIVOD will release their 13th studio album, 'Target Earth'! On January 21st in Europe and January 22nd in North America, Canadian progressive Metal pioneers VOIVOD will release their 13th studio album, 'Target Earth'! To hear a NEW track from the album, please head over to Brooklyn Vegan.com for the exclusive stream of "Kluskap O'Kom":
Want to listen to some more NEW VOIVOD music? "Mechanical Mind" is now available on all digital platforms; to download the track on iTunes, please click HERE. You can listen to the song below.
The band recently premiered the title track from 'Target Earth'! Click HERE to listen!
To get the latest VOIVOD updates, be sure to download the band's new free app for mobile smart phones here:
iPhone
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/voivod/id543666457?mt=8
Android
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mobilecartel.voivod&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwyLDEsImNvbS5tb2JpbGVjYXJ0ZWwudm9pdm9kIl0.
Blackberry
http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/130055/?lang=en
Stay tuned for more news about 'Target Earth' and VOIVOD coming soon!
Related links:
Voivod's Official Site
Want to listen to some more NEW VOIVOD music? "Mechanical Mind" is now available on all digital platforms; to download the track on iTunes, please click HERE. You can listen to the song below.
The band recently premiered the title track from 'Target Earth'! Click HERE to listen!
To get the latest VOIVOD updates, be sure to download the band's new free app for mobile smart phones here:
iPhone
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/voivod/id543666457?mt=8
Android
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Stay tuned for more news about 'Target Earth' and VOIVOD coming soon!
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BUCKCHERRY: NEW Album 'Confessions' Coming Soon!
Multi-Platinum Los Angeles Rock band Buckcherry will release their NEW CD 'Confessions' February 19, 2013 via Century Media Records. "Gluttony"--the first single from the album--will be available for purchase through iTunes today (Tuesday, December 11). In the meantime, a free download of "Gluttony" is available today only (Monday, December 10) HERE. A lyric video for "Gluttony" can also be seen below.
Buckcherry just wrapped a string of UK dates and will headline North American shows in late December and January before joining Kid Rock as special guests on the upcoming "Rebel Soul" Tour beginning February 2 in Kansas City, MO. In addition, Buckcherry will co-headline Fremont Street Experience's Downtown Countdown New Year's Eve 2013 celebration in Las Vegas December 31.
While on tour, Buckcherry will preview NEW songs from 'Confessions', the band's sixth studio album and first U.S. release for Century Media Records. 'Confessions' merges punk grit, gutter attitude, honest storytelling, and razor sharp hooks. The lyrics are tied together by the underlying theme of the Seven Deadly Sins.
Buckcherry continues to resonate because they're so unabashedly honest in their recordings and on stage. "It's a real rock 'n' roll band," says Nelson. "You get 100 percent of what we are and what we're about. We don't apologize for it."
Buckcherry--Josh Todd (vocals), Keith Nelson (guitar), Stevie D. (guitar), Jimmy Ashhurst (bass), Xavier Muriel (drums)--are one of the premier Rock bands of the NEW millennium, having sold more than three million records in America alone and touring virtually non-stop, playing with everyone from AC/DC to Avenged Sevenfold, touring sold-out arenas alongside Nickelback and KISS, and headlining festivals ranging from the punk rock Ink-N-Iron (also featuring the Misfits and Pennywise) to Sturgis. Radio staples "Lit Up," "Crazy Bitch" and "Sorry" have cemented the band as one of the most identifiable and sought-after bands on the radio and the live circuits, and 'Confessions' is primed to take the band to even greater heights.
Additional dates have been added to the band's run of headlining North American gigs. The current Buckcherry tour itinerary is as follows:
Solo shows:
- 12/27: Libertyville, IL at Austin's Fuel Room
- 12/28: Mt. Pleasant, MI at Soaring Eagle Casino And Resort
- 12/31: Las Vegas, NV at Fremont Street Experience (with Queensrÿche, Quiet Riot, Pop Evil, Otherwise)
- 1/2: Spokane, WA at Knitting Factory Concert House
- 1/4: Lloydminster, AB at Kooler
- 1/5: Edmonton, AB at Union Hall Nightclub
- 1/6: Calgary, AB at The Back Alley
- 1/8: Medicine Hat, AB at Esplanade Theater
- 1/10: Lethbridge, AB at Average Joe's
- 1/11: Regina, SK at Pure Ultra Lounge
- 1/12: Winnipeg, MB at The Oak
- 1/14: Thunder Bay, ON at Thunder Bay Community Auditorium
- 1/16: London, ON at London Concert Theatre
- 1/19: Toronto, ON at Phoenix Concert Theatre
- 1/20: Niagara Falls, NY at Rapids Theatre
- 1/22: Portland, ME at The Asylum
With Kid Rock and Hellbound:
- 2/2: Kansas City, MO at Sprint Center
- 2/5: Springfield, MO at JQH Arena
- 2/7: Beaumont, TX at Ford Park Event Center
Solo Show:
- 2/9: Tulsa, OK at BOK Center
With Kid Rock and Hellbound:
- 2/10: Wichita, KS at INTRUST Bank Arena
- 2/13: Bossier City, LA at CenturyLink Center
- 2/15: Nashville, TN at Bridgestone Arena
- 2/16: Greenville, SC at Bi-Lo Center
- 2/18: Fort Myers, FL at Germain Arena
- 2/20: Pensacola, FL at Pensacola Civic Center
- 2/21: New Orleans, LA at New Orleans Arena
- 2/23: Birmingham, AL at BJCC Arena
- 2/24: Huntsville, AL at Von Braun Center
- 2/26: Greensboro, NC at Greensboro Coliseum Complex
- 2/27: Knoxville, TN at Knoxville Civic Auditorium
- 3/1: Memphis, TN at FedEx Forum
- 3/2: Louisville, KY at KFC Yum! Center
Related links:
Buckcherry
BEHEMOTH: Ross Robinson Not Confirmed Yet For Production Of 10th Studio Album!
Last week, it was reported that Poland's finest Heavy Metal export BEHEMOTH had lined up multifaceted producer Ross Robinson to work on the bands 10th studio album. While both the band and Robinson have been hinting that they might be working together, Robinson has dismantled the rumor via his Twitter account (see below).
In our humble opinion, if there is a man that can take BEHEMOTH to the next level when it comes to the sonic assault that they are famous for, that man is Ross Robinson. In times in which music production has become too perfect, no matter what Heavy Music sub-genre you look at, there is a need for a producer that is not afraid to try NEW things. A producer who won't be scared to revolutionize our music once again by using unorthodox and imperfect methods of productions. And who better than BEHEMOTH to grab the Heavy Music monster by the horns and take it to the next level?
But what ignited this rumor? Well, BEHEMOTH's Nergal recently shared this photo of himself and band bassist/vocalist Orion meeting with Robinson. Then there was a serious of Tweets from Robinson that made it sound like his collaboration with BEHEMOTH was confirmed. See HERE!
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Stay tuned for more BEHEMOTH news!
Related links:
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VOLBEAT & DANKO JONES Announce 2013 North American Tour!
VOLBEAT and DANKO JONES are pleased to announce a full blown North American tour! DANKO JONES will perform as direct support throughout the tour, which will make its way through the U.S. and Canada in March/April 2013. More dates are still set to be announced, so stay tuned for more updates coming soon.
VOLBEAT & DANKO JONES 2013 Tour Dates:
- 3/06: Dallas, TX at Palladium Ballroom
- 3/07: Oklahoma City, OK at Diamond Ballroom
- 3/09: San Antonio, TX at Freeman Coliseum
- 3/10: El Paso, TX at Speaking Rock Entertainment Center
- 3/11: Lubbock, TX at Lonestar Pavilion
- 3/12: Denver, CO at Ogden Theatre
- 3/14: Las Vegas, NV at House of Blues at Mandalay Bay
- 3/15: Los Angeles, CA at House of Blues
- 3/16: Anaheim, CA at House of Blues
- 3/17: Reno, NV at Knitting Factory
- 3/19: Boise, ID at Revolution Center
- 3/20: Missoula, MT at The Wilma Theater
- 3/22: Seattle, WA at Showbox At The Market
- 3/23: Spokane, WA at Knitting Factory
- 3/24: Calgary, AB at MacEwan Hall
- 3/25: Prince George, BC at CN Centre
- 3/27: Dawson Creek, BC at EnCana Events Centre
- 3/28: Edmonton, AB at Shaw Conference Centre
- 3/30: Regina, SK at Brandt Centre
- 4/01: Saskatoon, SK at Credit Union Center
- 4/02: Winnipeg, MB at MTS Centre
- 4/06: Ft. Wayne, IN at Piere's
- 4/09: New York, NY at Best Buy Theatre
- 4/10: Baltimore, MD at Rams Head
- 4/11: Philadelphia, PA at Trocadero
Related links:
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Danko Jones
SHAI HULUD Premiere Title Track For "Reach Beyond the Sun"; Pre-orders Available Now!
SHAI HULUD's NEW album, 'Reach Beyond the Sun', will be released in North America on February 19th, 2013 via Metal Blade Records. The title track for the album is streaming on-line, and is available for purchase on iTunes HERE. Throughout the next few weeks, the band will also be posting candid studio video blogs, NEW music, and more, so watch out for updates as they are made available.
About 'Reach Beyond the Sun':
'Reach Beyond the Sun', the fourth entry in Shai Hulud's storied catalog, will see its release in February of 2013. The album was produced by current New Found Glory guitarist, Chad Gilbert, and notably, vocalist on Hulud's debut LP 'Hearts Once Nourished With Hope And Compassion'. In addition to producing, Gilbert also returned to sing on the album - his first offering of recorded vocals with the band in over a decade. Not unlike Shai Hulud's previous releases, 'Reach Beyond the Sun' was born of several years of toiling before ever entering a studio. The band's previous effort, 'Misanthropy Pure', a polished, Metallic and frenzied piece of masterwork, is contrasted by the much more visceral, instinctively compositional songs found on 'Reach Beyond the Sun', an embracement of the raw Hardcore/Punk elements that sit at the cornerstone of the band's influences. Longtime bass player Mad Matt Fletcher asserts, "Anyone who really knows the band will agree this album is our definitive sound, encompassing all of our different influences and styles." He conclusively reiterates, "Yep, this sounds like Shai Hulud."
"Shai Hulud comes from the isolated corner of hardcore where a screaming voice has meaning and purpose. (Their) lyrics empower and inspire. A gift of perspective, if not of true insight." - Nick Pierce (Shai Hulud fan)
Lyrically, Shai Hulud continues to evoke deeper thought, and a range of true human emotions practically unique to the band as the modern underground often shies away from depth for fear of the vulnerability of inner exposure. Shai Hulud affirms "True strength is inviolate" in the song "Monumental Graves," and introspectively queries "Is ours, indeed, a sunless path to waiting graves we prepare for ourselves?" and "Will we bring our hearts back to life?" in the songs "I, Saturnine" and "A Human Failing," respectively, boldly turning their insides out. Regarding "A Human Failing," a song about a generation willing to turn numb in lieu of a life of pain and feeling, guitar player Matt Fox comments "It's become 'cool' to be cold. No pun intended." In the interest of challenging misinterpreted notions of pessimism, the song "Think The Adder Benign" professes "No, I do not believe roses only bloom just to conceal the thorns. I merely accept the thorn pricked finger bleeds" while "To Suffer Fools" maintains the band's active frustration and misanthropy, a trait by which Shai Hulud are notorious: "Pour the salts of acumen straight into the eyes to recondition the mind."
In recording 'Reach Beyond the Sun', Shai Hulud welcomed the vocal talents of accomplished friends from throughout the Hardcore community. Fans will note guest vocals from: Jay Pepito (Reign Supreme, Blacklisted) on "A Human Failing, John Vigil (The Ghost Inside) on "If A Mountain be My Obstacle," Louis Hernandez (Alpha & Omega) on "Man Into Demon," all officially recorded former Hulud vocalists Matt Mazalli, Damien Moyal, and Geert van der Velde on "Medicine to the Dead," as well as additional vocals throughout the album from the likes of Justin Krauss (With Life In Mind), Martin Stewart (Donnybrook, Terror), David Wood (Down To Nothing, Terror), among others.
'Reach Beyond the Sun' will be released on February 19th in North America, and February 15th/18th in Europe.
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