SOULFLY Announce NEW Label Home; Terry Date To Produce Next Album!

In not very surprising news, SOULFLY have parted ways with their longtime record label/home Roadrunner Records and have signed a NEW deal with Nuclear Blast Entertainment. This label move is the perfect and obvious one for SOULFLY as Nuclear Blast Entertainment is headed by former Roadrunner Senior VP of A&R, Monte Conner and Nuclear Blast owner Markus Staiger.


Later this month, SOULFLY will be entering the recording studio with producer legendary producer Terry Date (Pantera, Deftones).


"I’m really excited to be signing Soulfly to Nuclear Blast Records. On top of it, we’re going to be reunited with Monte Conner who I’ve worked with for over 20 years at Roadrunner. Soulfly‘s new album is going to be recorded in Seattle with the great producer Terry Date, and it’s going to come out later in the year through Nuclear Blast worldwide. Keep it metal!" - Max Cavalera

"It feels so right to be reunited with Max Cavalera. He is the second artist I signed and we’ve made 17 albums together over the years, including several metal classics. Max‘s voice remains just as unique and powerful as the day I met him and I felt the last Soulfly album Enslaved was his strongest work since the band’s Gold-selling debut. I am honored to call him a friend and to continue to be a part of his mission." - Monte Conner (pictured above)





Related links:
Soulfly's Official Site!

David Kinkade Responds To Allegations That He Couldn't Jam Old SEPULTURA Properly

During a recent interview with us (see below), Max Cavalera (SOULFLY, CAVALERA CONSPIRACY, ex-SEPULTURA) discussed the reasons why drummer David Kinkade left SOULFLY in December of 2012. As you can see, Max pretty much stated that Kinkade couldn't play the old songs properly so he decided it was time to find a NEW drummer. His son Zyon Cavalera (LODY KONG) is currently drumming for SOULFLY, but Max has made it very clear that he is currently searching for a permanent drummer.

Kinkade watched the interview in question and he is not happy with Max's comments. This is what he had to say about this:

"They want to slander me and they figure that since I was a note for note perfectionist, why not hit below the belt and make me look like a fool. I quit when I called bullshit on how the kids treated people? Shit and had absolutely zero respect for Soulfly. Snorting lines and blowing weed smoke into the bunks all the time. Anyone would have quit if having to deal with the Cavalera's and their kids for months on end. Marc and Tony are the only thing that holds that circus together. Good riddance."

Here is the two part interview:






UPDATE from David Kinkade after reading about all your comments all over the internet:

"I really appreciate the kind words. Unfortunately I permanently retired from music after my final tour last October. I haven’t played since October 23rd in Thailand. I sold all of my equipment and now I actually work on the railroad. Its hard work but the benefits and salary are well worth the effort. It goes to show the true colors since Max tries to make it look like I was fired lol. I actually quit on the last day of the last Euro tour because I was to become a Father and didn’t want to be away from my family anymore. I also couldn’t handle the Cavalera way anymore. The Soulfly experience literally broke my love for being a drummer. Too much drama, too many lies and not worth the time or energy. I worked my ass off to make a great record, play ALL the songs note for note and yet I’m talked about like a piece of shit. So much for the “respect”."

Related links:
Soulfly's Official Site!

Max Cavalera Pt 2: SOULFLY, The Birth Of SEPULTURA, Band Politics & Metal Passion!

Ever since he arrived to the Heavy Music scene in 1984, Max Cavalera has been constantly reinventing his musical craft. While it was his work with the mighty SEPULTURA that helped him become an International Metal Superstar, Max has proven through his additional work with SOULFLY and CAVALERA CONSPIRACY that his musical abilities are extremely multidimensional.

Max left SEPULTURA in 1996, following the murder of Dana Wells (Max's stepson) and the firing of Gloria Cavalera Bujnowski (Max's wife & Dana's mother) as SEPULTURA's manager. While many artists would have had a hard time starting a NEW band and making it successful, Max has proven with SOULFLY that his musical vision is what sets him apart from other artists. Get this, SOULFLY turns 16 years old this year and have eight studio albums under their musical belt and are already working on album # 9, which will be produced by Terry Date!

Additionally, Cavalera has a NEW supergroup that features Greg Puciato from THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN, Troy Sanders from MASTODON and David Elitch, former member of THE MARS VOLTA.

On Thursday, March 14, we met up with Max at his hotel room in New York City before the "MAXIMUM CAVALERA Tour" show at The Gramercy Theatre. This is part II of our in-depth interview with "El Patrón Del Metal", Max Cavalera! On part II we discuss SOULFLY's past, present and future. Additionally, we discuss the formation of SEPULTURA and Max made it very clear that his passion for Metal will keep him making music for many years to come. Check it out!





Related links:
Soulfly's Official Site!

Max Cavalera Pt I: Maximum Cavalera Tour, NEW Supergroup & The State Of Metal In 2013!

Ever since he arrived to the Heavy Music scene in 1984, Max Cavalera has been constantly reinventing his musical craft. While it was his work with the mighty SEPULTURA that helped him become an International Metal Superstar, Max has proven through his additional work with SOULFLY and CAVALERA CONSPIRACY that his musical abilities are extremely multidimensional.

Max left SEPULTURA in 1996, following the murder of Dana Wells (Max's stepson) and the firing of Gloria Cavalera Bujnowski (Max's wife & Dana's mother) as SEPULTURA's manager. While many artists would have had a hard time starting a NEW band and making it successful, Max has proven with SOULFLY that his musical vision is what sets him apart from other artists. Get this, SOULFLY turns 16 years old this year and have eight studio albums under their musical belt and are already working on album # 9!

Additionally, Cavalera has a NEW supergroup that features Greg Puciato from THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN, Troy Sanders from MASTODON and David Elitch, former member of THE MARS VOLTA.

On Thursday, March 14, we met up with Max at his hotel room in New York City before the "MAXIMUM CAVALERA Tour" show at The Gramercy Theatre. Once the camera was rolling, we chatted with him about passing the torch of Metal to his sons Richie, Igor and Zyon. We also discussed his NEW supergroup and when fans can expect to hear that project. And we also talked to him about the state of Heavy Metal in 2013. Check out what Max had to say about all of this. This is part I of our in-depth interview with "El Patrón Del Metal", Max Cavalera!



Related links:
Soulfly's Official Site!

This Is How Max Cavalera Met His Wife Gloria & How They Changed Heavy Music For Ever!

Ever since he arrived to the Heavy Music scene in 1984, Max Cavalera has been constantly reinventing his musical craft. While it was his work with the mighty SEPULTURA that helped him become an International Metal Superstar, Max has proven through his additional work with SOULFLY and CAVALERA CONSPIRACY that his musical abilities are extremely multidimensional.

But who helped to shape Max's career? His wife Gloria Cavalera. Gloria actually runs her own blog called Growing Up Green and she recently posted the story about how her and Max met, and how together they changed Heavy Music forever. Read on...

"In 1986, I took on my first band, Sacred Reich. I met Jason Rainey when he was 16 years old and hanging around The Bootlegger, which was my brother, Paul, and my club in Phoenix. Jason came to me one day and told me he had a band. Of course we booked them immediately and my relationship with Sacred Reich began. Life was a snowball, with Metal spreading through the world like a changing Season. We morphed from traveling in the back of a UHaul truck, to circling the globe, tucked in a tour bus. Times were changing quickly and Sacred was soaring in popularity.

Sacred was signed to Metal Blade Records in the US and licensed to Roadrunner Records in the rest of the world. This was the beginning of my 26 year relationship with Roadrunner. One day, early in 1989, I got a phone call from the label, asking me if I would consider managing all Roadrunner bands that had no management. I declined because there were a few acts I didn't want to work with and also, I managed differently than most managers...I traveled with my bands. I wasn't taking on a lot of acts at the same time because I was the manager, tour manager, tour accountant and merchandise seller. It was a lot to handle and I didn't want to dilute the attention I was giving to my acts. I was managing Sacred, Atrophy and dabbling a bit with Forced Entry, from Seattle and did not want to spread myself thin. I did not want to be some out of touch manager sitting in an office, sending my bands out with $5 in their pockets, cramped in a van. No, I was traveling in the same condition as my bands and working my tail off to reach new heights. Touring took a good deal of dedication and I had a clear vision of where I wanted my bands to go. I couldn't do that from an office.

One day, and many times after, Monte Conner, the new A&R from Roadrunner, called me and asked me to manage a new band he had signed from Brasil. I politely refused. I had never met them before; what if we didn't get along with each other? No, I couldn't consider it. I wasn't interested in breaking the standard I had set for myself and my groups.

A couple months later, Sacred got an offer to support King Diamond at the Ritz in NYC, on Halloween night!! We were so excited! This was going to be super cool, not to mention...it was the famous Ritz Theater! I heard Sepultura would be one of the openers, so I thought it would be a good opportunity to meet them and check out their show.

When I arrived at the Ritz, I noticed many other managers checking out Sepultura. The weird thing, all the mangers came up to me and told me not to touch Sepultura, I won't say the reasoning, I felt it was discriminatory and I admit I was a bit surprised to hear the comments. As soon as the Brasilians kicked into their set, I felt such raw energy. I also got this feeling inside of me that I only felt rarely. I can't explain it. It was a sort of premonition. I sat next to Cees Wessels and said, "I will take this band for you." Cees laughed and we chatted for a bit. I went to their dressing room after their set and we all hung out. The guys didn't speak much English and I kept mixing up Max and Igor.

Their tour eventually brought them to the Mason Jar in Phoenix. Dana, Christina and me all went down early to hang out. I was shocked to discover the low level of care the Seps were receiving. For God's sake, Paulo played the entire tour with 1 pick!! Can you imagine, no one could spend a few cents and get him a pick?? They were allowed $5 a day to live on, which I could not believe. What was worse, they had a man traveling with them who said he was their manager/tour manager, but all I could see him doing was making himself a private video collection. The band didn't even have a bottle of water or a towel to wipe their face off!! It was shocking to me. When Max asked for water, this man told him, "get it yourself!" I was speechless. I took Paulo to my house and got him some picks and cruised back to the club.

I took care of the band and got them water, towels and whatever else they needed. After the show, we went to a Motel 6 and had a meeting. They asked me to manage them. I had found out their "tour manager" had signed them to a manager who managed a soul singer(she managed a female artist such as Ertha Kitt or someone similar). This was super strange to me. The band had never even met or spoke with their manager!!! I told them I didn't step on other manager's toes and they would have to free themselves before I worked with them. We said our goodbyes with big smiles on our faces...we knew we would see each other soon. In January, I received a postcard in the mail from Max. It was a Beneath the Remains card with a nice message. I did not expect it.



A month or 2 later, a deal was negotiated and their "manager" was paid a flat fee of $10,000 and the road opened up for me to work with them. And the deal I gave them??? Haha, I said I would work for free for 1 year, to see if we would get along with each other! Now, that was for the love of music!!!"

There you have it folks, the story behind how Max and Gloria Cavalera created a Metal empire! Many thanks to Gloria for allowing us to repost this awesome story. Check her blog out here: Growing Up Green


Related links:
Soulfly's Official Site
Cavalera's Conspiracy's Official Site

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

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

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

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

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

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



Related links:
Strife on MySpace

Marc Rizzo (SOULFLY/CAVALERA CONSPIRACY) Premieres A Song Called "Wicked Shattered"

Recently, Marc Rizzo has released a NEW single called "Wicked Shatered" via a YouTube video (see below). The single will be available on iTunes, Amazon and other digital retailers very soon. The song is part of Rizzo's fourth solo album, which was recorded last year with producer Chris "Zeuss" Harris (HATEBREED, SUICIDE SILENCE, ALL THAT REMAINS, SHADOWS FALL, SOULFLY).



Click HERE to legally download "Downside Up"

Here is Marc Rizzo's impressive discography:

- Committee of Thirteen:
\m/ Self Titled (2004) (Phlamencore Records)

- Ill Niño:
\m/ Ill Niño EP (2000) (C.I.A. Records)
\m/ Revolution Revolución (2001) (Roadrunner Records)
\m/ Confession (2003) (Roadrunner Records)
\m/ The Best of Ill Niño (2006) (Roadrunner Records)

- Soulfly
\m/ Prophecy (2004) (Roadrunner Records)
\m/ Dark Ages (2005) (Roadrunner Records)
\m/ Conquer (2008) (Roadrunner Records)
\m/ Omen (2010) (Roadrunner Records)
\m/ Enslaved (2012) (Roadrunner Records)

- Solo
\m/ Colossal Myopia (2006) (Shrapnel Records)
\m/ The Ultimate Devotion (2007) (Shrapnel Records)
\m/ Legionnaire (2010) (Phlamencore Records)

- Cavalera Conspiracy
\m/ Inflikted (2008) (Roadrunner Records)
\m/ Blunt Force Trauma (2011) (Roadrunner Records)

- Instructional DVDs with Rock House
\m/ Metal Guitar- Mondern, Speed & Shred, level 1 & 2

Don't forget to catch Marc with SOULFLY on the "Maximum Cavalera" tour, also starring INCITE and LODY KONG:
 

Date & Time:	Venue:		Info:
Feb 14, 2013	4th & B San Diego. CA US		More Info »
Feb 15, 2013	LVCS Las Vegas. NV US		More Info »
Feb 16, 2013	Key Club Los Angeles. CA US		More Info »
Feb 17, 2013	Ace of Spades Sacramento. CA US		More Info »
Feb 19, 2013	Hawthorne Theatre Portland. OR US		More Info »
Feb 20, 2013	Studio 7 Seattle. WA US		More Info »
Feb 21, 2013	The Venue Vancouver. BC CA		More Info »
Feb 23, 2013	Starlite Room Edmonton. ALB CA		More Info »
Feb 24, 2013	The Republik Calgary. ALB CA		More Info »
Feb 25, 2013	Louis' Pub Saskatoon. SAS CA		More Info »
Feb 26, 2013	West End Cultural Center Winnipeg. MAN CA		More Info »
Feb 27, 2013	House of Rock @ the Hub Fargo. ND US		More Info »
Mar 07, 2013	Machine Shop Flint. MI US		More Info »
Mar 08, 2013	Mod Club Theatre Toronto. ONT CA		More Info »
Mar 09, 2013	Corona Theatre Montreal CA		More Info »
Mar 10, 2013	Asylum Portland. ME US		More Info »
Mar 11, 2013	Higher Ground South Burlington. VT US		More Info »
Mar 12, 2013	The Arena Nashua. NH US		More Info »
Mar 14, 2013	The Gramercy Theatre New York. NY US		More Info »

Related links:
Marc Rizzo's Official Site
Cavalera Conspiracy
Soulfly

Randy Blythe, Robb Flynn, Max Cavalera & Many More Pay Tribute To Mitch Lucker - TONS Of Video Available!

Last night (December 21), the remaining members of SUICIDE SILENCE - Chris Garza, Mark Heylmun, Alex Lopez and Dan Kenny - were joined by many of Heavy Music's finest to pay tribute to their frontman Mitch Lucker. The Heavy Music world was struck earlier this year by the very sad news that Mitchell Adam Lucker passed away at the young age of 28 (More information HERE). According to the Los Angeles Times, Lucker struck a light pole near the intersection of Main and 13th streets and was thrown from his 2013 Harley Davidson. The motorcycle continued sliding south on Main Street and struck a northbound 2007 Nissan Titan pickup.

Joining the SUICIDE SILENCE boys were Randy Blythe (LAMB OF GOD), Robb Flynn (MACHINE HEAD) and Max Cavalera (SOULFLY, CAVALERA CONSPIRACY, SEPULTURA), who were among the "surprise" guests that took center stage to pay tribute to Lucker. The event was hosted by Jose Mangin from Sirius XM and took place at the Fox theater in Pomona, California.All proceeds from the event went towards the education of Mitch's five-year-old daughter, Kenadee Lucker.

Here is the complete list of performers:

- Randy Blythe (LAMB OF GOD)
- Robb Flynn (MACHINE HEAD)
- Max Cavalera (SOULFLY, CAVALERA CONSPIRACY, SEPULTURA)
- Jonathan "Johnny Plague" Cooke (WINDS OF PLAGUE)
- Brook Reeves (IMPENDING DOOM)
- Chad Gray (HELLYEAH, MUDVAYNE)
- Danny Worsnop (ASKING ALEXANDRIA)
- Tim Lambesis (AS I LAY DYING)
- Eddie Hermida (ALL SHALL PERISH)
- Phil Bozeman (WHITECHAPEL)
- Austin Carlile (OF MICE & MEN)
- Anthony Notarmaso (AFTER THE BURIAL)
- Cameron "Big Chocolate" Argon (DISFIGURING THE GODDESS)
- Myke Terry (ex-BURY YOUR DEAD)
- Ricky Hoover (ex-SUFFOKATE)

Here is a ton of fan filmed footage, gathered by the great folks over at Blabbermouth:





























Fans who wish to donate can do so via the link below, with donations of $20 of more receiving a commemorative t-shirt as a token of thanks. All proceeds will go towards the educational fund of Mitch’s five-year-old daughter, Kenadee.

Donate to the Mitch Lucker Memorial Fund here: http://www.suicidesilence.net/

Here is the link to the auction launched by the organizers of the Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival: http://hornsuprocks.blogspot.com/2012/11/suicide-silence-mitch-lucker-memorial.html
HERE are reactions from the Heavy Music community!

Here is on of the last interviews that Mitch ever did:



Related links:
Official Site of Suicide Silence

PANTERA: Set-list Revealed For "Holiday Tribute To Dimebag Darrell & The Victims Of Hurricane Sandy" Jam!

Tomorrow (December 8), marks the 8th anniversary of the death of PANTERA and DAMEGPLAN guitar hero "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott. In order to celebrate his life, his legacy, and his contributions to the Heavy Music world, we are throwing the second annual "Holiday Tribute Show To DIMEBAG DARRELL & The Victims Of Hurricane Sandy!"

This time around we have DIMEBAG N.Y.C., the only PANTERA cover band in New York City, performing an 8 song set full of many of your favorite PANTERA songs. They will also be joined by a roster of surprise special guests. Here is the set list:

- Hellbound
- New Level
- Walk
- Five Minutes Alone
- Domination
- Strength Beyond Strength
- Mouth For War
- Hostile

Additionally, we have performances by:

- Marc Rizzo (SOULFLY & CAVALERA CONSPIRACY)
- Alekhine's Gun
- Ikillya
- Thinning The Herd
- Driven Mad (debuting in Brooklyn, NY)



-> Date/Time: Saturday, December 8th at 8 PM
-> Location: The Trash Bar - 256 Grand Street, NY 11211-4303
-> Cost: $12 (21+ with ID)

Related links:
Pantera
Cavalera Conspiracy
Soulfly
Horns Up Rocks

5 reasons why YOU should come to our Dimebag Darrell/Hurricane Sandy benefit show!

1) Saturday, December 8th, marks the 8th anniversary of the day that we all lost our guitar hero: Dimebag Darrell Abbott. What would Dimebag do if he was still around? Play music super loud and party all night long. Don't let him down and come put back some $5 Blacktooth Grins (Dime's favorite drink)!

2) The victims of Hurricane Sandy need all of our help, which is why we will be raising funds all night long! Part of the proceeds will be donated to two of the bands performing on Saturday night: ALEKHINE'S GUN and DIMEBAG NYC, who lost all their gear to the hurricane.

3) We have Marc Rizzo from SOULFLY and CAVALERA CONSPIRACY performing at the event for the second year in a row with the Marc Rizzo Band. Dime is Rizzo's favorite guitar player ever, so he is stoked about performing in the name of his guitar hero.

4) DRIVEN MAD's debut show in Brooklyn, NY! And we can't forget that it will be the last show this year in which you will get to see IKILLYA and THINNING THE HERD!

5) It will also be the first and only Horns Up Rocks show in Brooklyn, NY in 2012. This marks our return to The Trash Bar after a whole year! Last show we did there was the first "Holiday Tribute Show For Dimebag Darrell" in December of 2011. Get there early to enjoy the open bar (7 - 8 PM).

See you all THIS Saturday, December 8th at The Trash Bar in Brooklyn, NY!

Here are all the details:



-> Date/Time: Saturday, December 8th at 8 PM
-> Location: The Trash Bar - 256 Grand Street, NY 11211-4303
-> Cost: $12 (21+ with ID)

Related links:
Pantera
Cavalera Conspiracy
Soulfly
Horns Up Rocks

Promo Video For "Holiday Tribute Show To DIMEBAG DARRELL & Victims Of Hurricane Sandy" (Starring: Marc Rizzo)!

On Saturday, December 8th, Marc Rizzo will be paying tribute to his all-time favorite guitar player at "A Holiday Tribute Show For Dimebag Darrell and the victims of Hurricane Sandy". This will be Horns Up Rocks' last show of 2012 and it will mark our return to The Trash Bar! Not only are we hosting THE Holiday show to be at by celebrating the legacy of the late great Dimebag Darrell from Pantera and Damageplan, but we will also be raising funds for the victims of Hurricane Sandy."

At this not to be missed event, Marc will be joined by:

- Dimebag NYC (Pantera tribute band)
- ALEKHINE's GUN
- DrivenMad
- IKILLYA
- THINNING THE HERD!

NOTE: Both Dimebag NYC and ALEKHINE'S GUN had major losses during the hurricane!

Here are all the details:

-> Date/Time: Saturday, December 8th at 8 PM
-> Location: The Trash Bar - 256 Grand Street, NY 11211-4303
-> Cost: $12 (21+ with ID)
Related links:
Pantera
Cavalera Conspiracy
Soulfly
Horns Up Rocks

STRIFE To Make Triumphant Return To New York City!

After touring the world recently, they decided it was time to unleash a NEW batch of songs after 11 years of recording silence. Their newest album, 'Witness A Rebirth', is available now via 6131 records.

This just in: LA hardcore outfit STRIDE has added a last minute New York City show at Saint Vitus Bar in Brooklyn tomorrow (Monday, December 3rd) with Supertouch, Suburban Scum and Crushed. Only $5 bucks! Tickets available HERE!

The record is available to stream at http://noisey.vice.com/blog/stream-witness-a-rebirth-strifes-new-record.

We recently had the chance to speak with with the bands main song writer and guitarist Andrew Kline about the bands comeback album 'Witness A Rebirth', as well ass collaborating with some of the most talented musicians in Heavy Music. Additionally, we discussed the state of Hard Core music and the STRIFE's future plans! Watch it, spread it, and 'Witness A Rebirth'!



Related links:
Strife on MySpace

SOULFLY/CAVALERA CONSPIRACY Guitarist To Headline "A Holiday Tribute Show For Dimebag Darrell and the victims of Hurricane Sandy"!

On Saturday, December 8th, Marc Rizzo will be paying tribute to his all-time favorite guitar player at "A Holiday Tribute Show For Dimebag Darrell and the victims of Hurricane Sandy". This will be Horns Up Rocks' last show of 2012 and it will mark our return to The Trash Bar! Not only are we hosting THE Holiday show to be at by celebrating the legacy of the late great Dimebag Darrell from Pantera and Damageplan, but we will also be raising funds for the victims of Hurricane Sandy."

At this not to be missed event, Marc will be joined by:

- Dimebag NYC (Pantera tribute band)
- ALEKHINE's GUN
- DrivenMad
- IKILLYA
- THINNING THE HERD!

NOTE: Both Dimebag NYC and ALEKHINE'S GUN had major losses during the hurricane!

Here are all the details:

-> Date/Time: Saturday, December 8th at 8 PM
-> Location: The Trash Bar - 256 Grand Street, NY 11211-4303
-> Cost: $12 (21+ with ID)

Open bar from 7 - 8 PM! Official after-party at Duff's Brooklyn!

If you want to ship some items to us, email us at info@hornsuprocks.com and we'll make it happen.

"Like" all these bands:

- Marc Rizzo Band (starring Marc Rizzo from Cavalera Conspiracy & Soulfly): https://www.facebook.com/pages/Marc-Rizzo/170221525841?fref=ts
- ALEKHINE's GUN: https://www.facebook.com/AlekhinesGun
- IKILLYA: https://www.facebook.com/IKILLYAofficial?fref=ts
- DrivenMad: https://www.facebook.com/drivenmadmetal?fref=ts
- THINNING THE HERD: https://www.facebook.com/THINNINGTHEHERD?fref=ts

Related links:
Cavalera Conspiracy
Soulfly
Horns Up Rocks

STRIFE's Andrew Kline Discusses Comeback Album 'Witness A Rebirth', Working With Iggor Cavalera, Hard Core Music & Upcoming Plans!

Some bands leave such an impression on fans that, even after two decades, their sound still resonates deep and wide. STRIFE is one of them, and once again tapping into the energy that has kept listeners interested for 21 years.

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

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

We recently had the chance to speak with with the bands main song writer and guitarist Andrew Kline about the bands comeback album 'Witness A Rebirth', as well ass collaborating with some of the most talented musicians in Heavy Music. Additionally, we discussed the state of Hard Core music and the STRIFE's future plans! Watch it, spread it, and 'Witness A Rebirth'!



Related links:
Strife on MySpace

CAVALERA CONSPIRACY To Bring SOULFLY Bassist Tony Campos With Them To South America!

As previously reported, CAVALERA CONSPIRACY is coming for South American this November! After an extensive run with SOULFLY, CC's Max Cavalera and Marc Rizzo are ready to rejoin forces with Iggor Cavalera.

Ok, but who will be on bass during this historical tour? Ready? TONY CAMPOS!!! Enough said!

- Nov 1: Mexico City, Mexico

- Nov 3: Guadalajara, Mexico
- Nov 6: Asuncion, Paraguay
- Nov 8: Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Nov 10: Santiago, Chile
- Nov 12: Bogota, Colombia

- Nov 15: Rio de Janeiro, Brasil
- Nov 16: Belo Horizonte, Brasil

- Nov 17: Sao Paulo, Brasil

- Nov 18: Curitiba, Brasil

"You better all get health insurance for your broken bones from the pit!!!"

Related links:
Cavalera Conspiracy
Roadrunner Records

CAVALERA CONSPIRACY Confirm South American Tour - Itinerary Available!

Oh yeah! CAVALERA CONSPIRACY is coming for South American this November! After an extensive run with SOULFLY, CC's Max Cavalera and Marc Rizzo are ready to rejoin forces with Iggor Cavalera and Jonny Chow for what promises to be a crushing display of pure Metal!

"For our friends in South America... Cavalera Conspiracy will be playing some ragers for you!! Check it out"!

- Nov 1: Mexico City, Mexico

- Nov 3: Guadalajara, Mexico
- Nov 6: Asuncion, Paraguay
- Nov 8: Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Nov 10: Santiago, Chile
- Nov 12: Bogota, Colombia

- Nov 15: Rio de Janeiro, Brasil
- Nov 16: Belo Horizonte, Brasil

- Nov 17: Sao Paulo, Brasil

- Nov 18: Curitiba, Brasil

"You better all get health insurance for your broken bones from the pit!!!"

Related links:
Cavalera Conspiracy
Roadrunner Records

SOULFLY/CAVALERA CONSPIRACY Guitarist Marc Rizzo Releases NEW Single & It Crushes!

New Jersey native Marc Rizzo became Max Cavalera's musical ally in October of 2003 when he joined SOULFLY to record 'Prophecy'. Ever since then Max and Marc have developed a signature sound that is recognized by thousands of fans worldwide. Marc is also the co-founder of CAVALERA CONSPIRACY, the band that reunited Brazilian Heavy Music brothers Max and Iggor Cavalera. What really made the difference between Rizzo and former SOULFLY guitarists is that he not only has phenomenal guitar skills, but he works very hard on making sure that his guitar sound blends in perfectly with Max's ever-changing vision.

Today, Rizzo has released a NEW single called "Downside Up", via iTunes, Amazon and other digital retailers. The song is the first single off Rizzo's fourth solo album, which was recently recorded with producer Chris "Zeuss" Harris (HATEBREED, SUICIDE SILENCE, ALL THAT REMAINS, SHADOWS FALL, SOULFLY). Click HERE to legally download "Downside Up"

Here is Marc Rizzo's impressive discography:

- Committee of Thirteen:
\m/ Self Titled (2004) (Phlamencore Records)

- Ill Niño:
\m/ Ill Niño EP (2000) (C.I.A. Records)
\m/ Revolution Revolución (2001) (Roadrunner Records)
\m/ Confession (2003) (Roadrunner Records)
\m/ The Best of Ill Niño (2006) (Roadrunner Records)

- Soulfly
\m/ Prophecy (2004) (Roadrunner Records)
\m/ Dark Ages (2005) (Roadrunner Records)
\m/ Conquer (2008) (Roadrunner Records)
\m/ Omen (2010) (Roadrunner Records)
\m/ Enslaved (2012) (Roadrunner Records)

- Solo
\m/ Colossal Myopia (2006) (Shrapnel Records)
\m/ The Ultimate Devotion (2007) (Shrapnel Records)
\m/ Legionnaire (2010) (Phlamencore Records)

- Cavalera Conspiracy
\m/ Inflikted (2008) (Roadrunner Records)
\m/ Blunt Force Trauma (2011) (Roadrunner Records)

- Instructional DVDs with Rock House
\m/ Metal Guitar- Mondern, Speed & Shred, level 1 & 2

Related links:
Marc Rizzo's Official Site
Cavalera Conspiracy
Soulfly

STRIFE Reveal NEW Album Details & Video Teaser!

Southern California Hardcore band STRIFE has signed a recording deal with 6131 Records and will be releasing their forthcoming album, 'Witness A Rebirth' this fall.

Some bands leave such an impression on fans that, even after two decades, their sound still resonates deep and wide. STRIFE is one of them, and once again tapping into the energy that has kept listeners interested for 21 years.

After touring the world recently, they decided it was time to unleash a NEW batch of songs after 11 years of recording silence. The groundwork for what would become their newest album, 'Witness A Rebirth', has been laid and their collective efforts began down the road to realization.

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

A teaser video for 'Witness A Rebirth' is available here:



Related links:
Strife on MySpace

DEFTONES Bassist Chi Cheng Hospitalized With Pneumonia!

This past Thursday (June 14th), original DEFTONES bassist Chi Cheng was hospitalized and diagnosed with pneumonia. As previously reported, Chi was in a tragic car accident. As a result, he suffered some very serious brain injuries. Ever since the accident Chi has been in a state of semi-consciousness after suffering severe TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury). While Chi is still in a delicate condition, his condition has been improving. As you will see on the video below, Chi can now lift up his leg on command! Chi still needs your help, Click here to donate to One Love For Chi!

Here's the latest update from Chi's mother:

"Hi Gina (founder of OneLoveForChi)! Let me send a quick blog to our lovely OneLove family.

"Mae has been staying with Chi for most of the time since Chi went into ICU on Thursday. Today when Sal and I went in to see him, he looked better than we had expected. He was quite aware of what was going on. He is still on life support and not enjoying the tube down his throat.

"He did respond to us and they are going to try to ween him off the breathing machine tomorrow. When they tried today he did not do well but he has been on it before and gotten off without incident.

"He is sedated part of the time but knows that he is near home and we are waiting to get him back to the house. He knows that we are there. Sal read him all of the comments that were sent to him and he knows that there are so many people sending prayers and love.

"Sal took a few pics for me to share with you. He is quite intensely listening to what I say and responds in different small but deliberate ways. He knows that we are waiting for him.

"Thank you all again for the prayers and support! He wanted so much to be home and you all brought him home to California and to his family. We are so grateful! Please keep him lifted in prayer. Blessings to you all family!"

    -Mom J and the Cheng gang

Our thoughts and prayers are with Chi's family, friends and all of the DEFTONES fans.





Related links:
One Love For Chi
International Brain Research Foundation

The CAVALERA's, The Real METAL Familia! Interview Available With MAX & His Sons At The Maximum Cavalera Tour!

Ever since he arrived to the Heavy Music scene in 1984, Max Cavalera has been constantly reinventing mis musical craft. While it was his work with the mighty SEPULTURA that helped him become an International Metal Superstar, Max has proven through his additional work with SOULFLY and CAVALERA CONSPIRACY that his musical abilities are extremely multidimensional.

Thankfully, Max has also served as a mentor to his musician sons Richie, Igor and Zyon. While the Cavalera's are not the only Metal family in the Heavy Music world, they are the only family in the Metal world that have shared a nationwide tour in which Max's SOULFLY was supported by INCITE (Richie's band) and LODY KONG (Igor and Zyon's band).

The "Maximum Cavalera Tour" recently wrapped up, and all who attended really enjoyed seeing the Cavalera clan in full force! And we can't forget Max's soul mate Gloria. Gloria has not only been Max's backbone in all of his musical projects, but she has also taught her sons that a strong work ethic and humbleness, will help them achieve their goals while keeping the Cavalera legacy intact!

We recently had the chance to chat with Max 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. Check this exclusive interview out with the Cavalera's, the real Metal familia!



Video credit: Steve Lars from Creative Ventures International & Steve Lars on Facebook

Related links:
Soulfly's Official Site!
INCITE's Official Site
Lody Kong on Facebook
Check out our show recap of the MAXIMUM CAVALERA Tour In New York City!