DEFTONES To Release 'Eros', Chi Cheng's Very Last Recordings With The Band!

According to www.blabbermouth.net, the DEFTONES plan on releasing 'Eros' in the near future. 'Eros' is the very last record featuring their original bassist Chi Cheng, who passed away recently (details HERE). The band was actually finalizing the record, when Chi suffered life threatening injuries following a November 2008 car crash that eventually costed him his life. Chino Moreno had just left the studio after recording his vocal tracks for 'Eros' and was about half-way done with all songs on the album when the accident occurred.

Following the accident, the band decided to not release the album because they wanted to release a better record. They then recruited Sergio Vega (ex-QUICKSAND) to play bass, with whom they have released two albums: 2010's 'Diamond Eyes' and 2012's 'Koi No Yokan'. Chi's last record with the band is 2006's 'Saturday Night Wrist'.

Here in an interview that Artisan News conducted with Chino at the "Black Carpet", during the fifth edition of the Revolver Golden Gods Awards. Chino talks in detail about 'Eros'.



The DEFTONES recently unleashed a brand NEW video for their song "Swerve City", a song taken from their latest album 'Koi No Yokan' (legal download available HERE). You can watch the video for "Swerve City" HERE!


Stay tuned for more DEFTONES news!

Related links:
Deftones on iTunes
Deftones Official Site
Deftones on MySpace
Follow Deftones on Twitter
One Love For Chi

DEFTONES Premiere Video For "Swerve City" & We Have It!

The DEFTONES have unleashed a brand NEW video for their song "Swerve City", a song taken from their latest album 'Koi No Yokan' (legal download available HERE). You can watch the video for "Swerve City" below, courtesy of Noisey!

One week ago, 'Koi No Yokan' scored the Golden God award for "Album Of The Year" during the fifth edition of the Revolver Golden Gods Awards, which took place at Club Nokia in Los Angeles, CA.

As previously reported, former DEFTONES bassist Chi Cheng died on Saturday, April 13, at a Sacramento, CA hospital. As we all know, Chi was in a tragic car accident on November 4, 2008. As a result, he suffered some very serious brain injuries. Ever since the accident Chi was in a state of semi-consciousness after suffering severe TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury).



Stay tuned for more DEFTONES news!

Related links:
Deftones on iTunes
Deftones Official Site
Deftones on MySpace
Follow Deftones on Twitter
One Love For Chi

METALLICA's "Orion Music + More": Performance Schedules & Tickets Available Now!

As previously announced, METALLICA's Orion Music and More will take place in Detroit, Michigan during the weekend of June 8-9, 2013." Here is this years lineup:

Schedule for day 1 available HERE!

Schedule for day 2 available HERE!

$90 single-day passes, including all fees, are now available HERE!.



This years event will also feature:

- A Car Show (curated by James Hetfield)
- Hit The Lights Films (curated by Lars Ulrich)
- Kirk's Crypt (curated by Kirk Hammett)
- A Mini Ramp
- A Museum
- Enter Met Club VIP Experience
- Ktulu's Emporium
- My World Village   

Stay tuned for more information!

Related links:
Orion Music and More

Stephen from DEFTONES releases statement about the passing of Chi Cheng (RIP)

In case you missed this, former DEFTONES bassist Chi Cheng died on Saturday, April 13, in a Sacramento, CA hospital. As previously reported, Chi was in a tragic car accident on November 4, 2008. As a result, he suffered some very serious brain injuries. Ever since the accident Chi was in a state of semi-consciousness after suffering severe TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury).

His DEFTONES bandmate and friend Stephen Carpenter has made a statement in behalf of the band:

"There are so many things I can say, and yet at this moment, none of it matters or compares to the loss everyone feels. There will be a hole in our lives where Chi once was. But that will be filled everyday with all of our love and memories we all have in our heart. He will always be here because of love. It's time we all give our love and best, and do our best to love. Especially ourselves, Chi would want that for everyone. All our healing will begin with love. I love you, Chi."

- Stephen, for Deftones



Read Chi's last blog entries HERE!

Our condolences go out to Chi's family, friends and all of the DEFTONES fans.
 
Related links:
One Love For Chi

AVENGED SEVENFOLD, DEFTONES & GHOST B.C. To Tour Together?

According to Theprp.com, there has been a strong rumor going around in regards that AVENGED SEVENFOLD, DEFTONES, and GHOST B.C. are planning to join forces on a full fledged North American tour this Fall. As soon as this tour is confirmed, you will be the first to know!

Related links:
Avenged Sevenfold 
Deftones 
Ghost B.C. 

DEFTONES Fans: Public Memorial For Our Brother Chi Cheng (RIP) Announced!

As announced over the weekend, former DEFTONES bassist Chi Cheng died on Saturday morning at 3 AM in a Sacramento, CA hospital. As previously reported, Chi was in a tragic car accident on November 4, 2008. As a result, he suffered some very serious brain injuries. Ever since the accident Chi was in a state of semi-consciousness after suffering severe TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury).

 Chi's family have just announced a public memorial for all of his fans to come and celebrate his legacy. Here is a note from Chi's mom: 

"Dear One Love Family, 

We’d love for you to join the Cheng family on Sunday April 21, 2013 at 2:00 PM for a One Love Family gathering at Oak Grove Regional Park in Stockton, CA on Eight mile road and i5 at the pavilion. Parking is $6 per car. Bring your own drinks etc. They have picnic tables and BBQ pits if you want to bring food. 

Your outpouring of love and condolences is so very appreciated. Please come join the family as we pay a tribute of love to our dear Chi.  

Love always,"

- Mom J, Chi & the Cheng Gang

Read Chi's last blog entries HERE!

Our condolences go out to Chi's family, friends and all of the DEFTONES fans.
 
Related links:
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The Chi Cheng DEFTONES Tribute Interview!

As announced over the weekend, former DEFTONES bassist Chi Cheng died on Saturday morning at 3 AM in a Sacramento, CA hospital. As previously reported, Chi was in a tragic car accident on November 4, 2008. As a result, he suffered some very serious brain injuries. Ever since the accident Chi was in a state of semi-consciousness after suffering severe TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury).

The great folks from Artisan News, have released the "CHI CHENG DEFTONES DEATH TRIBUTE INTERVIEW". During this uncut and previously unreleased interview, you can see what a cool and sweet dude Chi was. Man, he will be missed!



Read Chi's last blog entries HERE!

Our condolences go out to Chi's family, friends and all of the DEFTONES fans.
 
Related links: 
Artisan News
One Love For Chi

Chi Cheng's Final Blog Before The Tragic Accident That Ended His Life

As announced over the weekend, former DEFTONES bassist Chi Cheng died on Saturday morning at 3 AM in a Sacramento, CA hospital. As previously reported, Chi was in a tragic car accident on November 4, 2008. As a result, he suffered some very serious brain injuries. Ever since the accident Chi was in a state of semi-consciousness after suffering severe TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury).

Oneloveforchi.com has just posted Chi's very final blog entries that he posted on the DEFTONES blog before his accident. Here is te very last blog entry from Chi. Read on...


TUESDAY, JUNE 17, 2008: Cheng Checks In

"Hello Campers,

I've been on a personal hiatus and I apologize fer my absence. We've been locked into the studio as you know and are finishing the drum tracks on a song tentatively called "Trempest." Its heavy as fuck with a shitload of groove 'n even though its been driving me crazy as it runs through my insomniatic brain, I am really excited! I always say this shit but I truly believe this album to be well worth the wait and appreciate all your support and kind loyalty. The idea of finishing the album and getting out to play in front of y'all is a nice light at the end of my tunnel. We intend to tour extensively so don't fret. On a person note, I've been holding up 'n out. Went to a tattoo convention to support my boys at hard luck and many many other friends. If your wondering "does he always have more tattoo's than last time I saw him?" - yes, I do. I want to thank anyone who has gotten a tone tat and say it is amazingly flattering. I have finished reading Matt Ruffs "Bad Monkey" and am reading Thomas Pynchons "V-A" book on the history of civilization, and some more Buddhist literature. Took my son to see Iron Man and really enjoyed it. Hit an "X" dead center at 50 yards with my sig pistol. Clean my house, work on music and a little writing and lovin' on Colleen, Gabe and the dogs. Hope to see you all very soon!

My deepest respect as always
 
- Chi

P.S. I will now throw the band under the bus and let you know that we are all online playing full tilt poker for fake money. I go by "chetcheng," Chino goes by "chinote," Stef goes by "dodoubleg," and I think and frank is "fmdee." Abe doesn't play games, sorry. If you feel so inclined come 'n see if you can take our money."

Read the rest of Chi's blog entries HERE!

Our condolences go out to Chi's family, friends and all of the DEFTONES fans.
 
Related links:
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Former DEFTONES Bassist Chi Cheng Passes Away At The Young Age Of 42 - Rock In Peace!

We have some very sad news to report. Former DEFTONES bassist Chi Cheng died last night at 3 AM in a Sacramento, CA hospital. His mother made the official announcement on Oneloveforchi.com.

"Our dearest Family,

This is the hardest thing to write to you. Your love and heart and devotion to Chi was unconditional and amazing. I know that you will always remember him as a giant of a man on stage with a heart for every one of you. He was taken to the emergency [sic] room and at 3 AM today his heart just suddenly stopped. He left this world with me singing songs he liked in his ear.

He fought the good fight.You stood by him sending love daily. He knew that he was very loved and never alone. I will write more later. I will be going through the oneloveforchi (website) and any other information may not be reliable. If you have any stories or messages to share please send them to the onelove site. Please hold Mae and Ming and the siblings and especially Chi’s son, Gabriel in your prayers. It is so hard to let go.

With great love and “Much Respect!" Mom J (and Chi)

"Rest In Peace, Chi Chen" - Chino Moreno


As previously reported, Chi was in a tragic car accident on November 4, 2008. As a result, he suffered some very serious brain injuries. Ever since the accident Chi was in a state of semi-consciousness after suffering severe TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury).

Our condolences go out to Chi's family, friends and all of the DEFTONES fans.





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Lars Ulrich Talks About Orion Music + More & Getting Punched At A BLACK FLAG Concert!

Lars Ulrich is the mastermind behind METALLICA's annual festival "Orion Music + More" (full details HERE). Love him or hate him, Ulrich is one of the smartest business man in our music. This year the event will take place in Detroit, Michigan during the weekend of June 8-9, 2013." Our friends from Revolver Magazine recently chatted with Ulrich about this years massive musical event, a few excerpts of the interview follow:

REVOLVER: What are your favorite memories from last year’s Orion Music + More Festival?

LARS ULRICH: That whole experience I had in my film tent. It was just so cool to show movies to 300 Metallica fans and do Q&As with the directors and the producers. I also enjoyed getting a chance to play Ride the Lightning and doing the “Black Album” thing in its entirety, which was the only time we did it in America. And just hanging and being part of the scenery for a couple days.

I had fun seeing the bands, too, in the various tents, from the Hot Snakes to the Jim Breuers of the world. Seeing Avenged Sevenfold and The Sword and Sepultura and Arctic Monkeys. I got a chance to introduce the Arctic Monkeys, which was really cool, because I have a 14-year-old kid who worships the ground that the Arctic Monkeys walk on. So I actually was a pretty cool dad for a couple minutes when I introduced them.

Which artists are you most excited to see this year?

I saw the Chili Peppers in San Francisco about six months ago. They’re on a fucking roll at the moment. They’re better than they’ve ever been. I was completely blown away for two hours. We did a run with the Deftones in 2003 on our Summer Sanitarium Tour, which was really cool. Those guys are always good. Dropkick Murphys, those guys are so much fun and have so much energy. [Laughs] There’s such a positive vibe in what they do. Bringing in the 2013 incarnation of Black Flag, minus the “Black,” is obviously going to be pretty fun. My 14-year-old has turned me on to Japandroids, and I’ve heard some of their stuff, which is pretty amazing. I’ve become kind of a late fan of Fu Manchu. My girl actually turned me on to them a little while ago, so I’m a brand new fan of theirs. I’m glad that they’re with us. You know, [proto-punk band] Death. [Laughs] We’ll have Death come out and do their thing in Detroit again! And the Dillinger Escape boys. Lots of different stuff.

You mentioned Flag. Did you ever see Black Flag during their original run?

Yeah, we did. We actually saw them in New Jersey around ’84 or ’85. That was a very special night, because up ’til now—I’m not saying it won’t happen again—but up ’til now, that’s the only time I’ve been hardcore punched. We were hanging out at the Black Flag gig, and one of the bouncers asked us to leave. And I gave him a pretty obnoxious remark back, and the motherfucker just hit me hard in the stomach. And my stomach sort of caved around his fist. That’s the other thing I remember about that night other than seeing Black Flag.

Will you be playing any of your classic albums this year? Find out HERE!


Ticket info: http://www.orionmusicandmore.com/tickets/




Related links:
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"TURN THE PAGE" (News & Tour Updates - Special Edition) Live With Our Mascot!

"Turn The Page" brings you (our audience) 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 produce this video segment on a weekly 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 a special edition of "TURN THE PAGE". Filmed with our mascot in Brooklyn, New York.

Artists mentioned (in order of appearance):

- Slayer
- Anthrax
- Lamb Of God
- Metallica
- Deftones
- Red Hot Chili Peppers
- The Dillinger Escape Plan
- Battlecross
- Nine Inch Nails
- Overkill
- Resolution 15
- No Remission
- Bangladeafy
- Vise Massacre

Full details on the news stories and tours mentioned on the video above, can be seen on our archive (located on the left hand side column)

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METALLICA's "Orion Music + More": Lineup & Details Announced!

METALLICA's Orion Music and More will take place in Detroit, Michigan during the weekend of June 8-9, 2013." Here is this years lineup:

Ticket info:

The 2013 General Public On-Sale will take place at the link below at 10AM ET on Friday, March 1. $150 GA and $750 VIP 2-Day Passes will be available.

http://www.orionmusicandmore.com/tickets/ 

Note: The Met Club Pre-Sale will take place on February 26 at 10AM ET and will end at 10PM ET on February 28 at this link.

If you are on The Official Orion Music + More E-list by 11:59PM ET on Tuesday, February 26 than you will have access to the 2013 E-list Pre-Sale happening Wednesday, February 27 @ 10AM ET. E-list subscribers may purchase General Admission Passes at $150 or VIP Passes at $750.



This years event will also feature:

- A Car Show
- Hit The Lights Films
- Kirk's Crypt
- A Mini Ramp
- A Museum
- Enter Met Club VIP Experience
- Ktulu's Emporium
- My World Village   

Stay tuned for more information!

Related links:
Orion Music and More

DEFTONES To Release Different Versions Of 'Koi No Yokan' On Vinyl!

This just in: The DEFTONES have announced that they will be releasing several different vinyl editions of their brand NEW album "Koi No Yokan", on January 22. The four configurations are:

- A standard retail version pressed on 140-gram black vinyl (3,000 units)
- A direct-to-consumer version on 180-gram black vinyl with foil-stamped numbered jackets (1,000 units)
- An international edition pressed on 180-gram vinyl
- An exclusive edition sold through Hot Topic retailers pressed on 140-gram clear-colored vinyl (1,500 units).

As previously announced, the DEFTONES are hitting the road this March in support of 'Koi No Yokan' (one of the best records of 2012). It has been announced that PERIPHERY will serve as direct support during the entire tour. Here is the complete itinerary:

- 3/1: Toronto, CA at Kool Haus
- 3/3: Montreal, CA at Metropolis

- 3/4: Rochester, NY at Main Street Armory
- 3/5: Boston, MA at House of Blues
- 3/6: Huntington, NY at Paramount Theatre
- 3/9: New York, NY at Terminal 5
- 3/10: Montclair, NJ at Wellmont Theatre
- 3/12: Stroudsburg, PA at The Sherman Theatre
- 3/13: Norfolk, VA at The Norva
- 3/15: Charlotte, NC at Fillmore Charlotte
- 3/16: Myrtle Beach, SC at House of Blues
- 3/17: Atlanta, GA at The Tabernacle
- 3/19: Miami, FL at Fillmore Miami Beach
- 3/21: St. Petersburg, FL at Jannus Live!
- 3/22: Orlando, FL at Hard Rock Live
- 3/23: Mobile, AL at Soul Kitchen
- 3/25: Baton Rouge, LA at The Varsity Theatre
- 3/26: Corpus Christi, TX at Concrete Street Amphitheater
- 3/27: Pharr, TX Pharr at Entertainment Center
- 3/29: Austin, TX ACL at Live at the Moody Theater
- 3/30: Houston, TX at Bayou Music Center

Related links:
Deftones Official Site
Periphery on Facebook

"TURN THE PAGE" (News & Tour Updates - 1/19/2013 Edition) LIVE From Zulie's Palace!

"Turn The Page" brings you (our audience) 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 produce this video segment on a weekly 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 seventeenth installment of "TURN THE PAGE", this is the 1/19/2013 edition. Filmed at "Zulie's Palace" in Brooklyn, New York.

Artists mentioned:


- Black Sabbath
- Ozzy Osbourne
- Rage Against The Machine
- Lacuna Coil
- Cayne
- Alice In Chains
- Anthrax
- Metallica
- Newsted
- Black Label Society
- Volbeat
- Trivium
- Testament
- Gwar
- Suffocation
- Watain
- 7 Horns 7 Eyes
- Amorphis
- Earth Crisis
- Darkthrone
- Voivod
- Green Day
- Soulfly
- Coal Chamber
- Sevendust
- Deftones
- Periphery
- Motörhead
- Down
- Mastodon
- UFO
- Stone Sour
- Five Finger Death Punch
- System Of A Down



Full details on the news stories and tours mentioned on the video above, can be seen on our archive (located on the left hand side column)

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The DEFTONES To Bring PERIPHERY On The Road With Them - Details Available!

As previously announced, the DEFTONES are hitting the road this March in support of 'Koi No Yokan' (one of the best records of 2012). It has been announced that PERIPHERY will serve as direct support during the entire tour. Here is the complete itinerary:

- 3/4: Rochester, NY at Main Street Armory
- 3/5: Boston, MA at House of Blues
- 3/6: Huntington, NY at Paramount Theatre
- 3/9: New York, NY at Terminal 5
- 3/10: Montclair, NJ at Wellmont Theatre
- 3/12: Stroudsburg, PA at The Sherman Theatre
- 3/13: Norfolk, VA at The Norva
- 3/15: Charlotte, NC at Fillmore Charlotte
- 3/16: Myrtle Beach, SC at House of Blues
- 3/17: Atlanta, GA at The Tabernacle
- 3/19: Miami, FL at Fillmore Miami Beach
- 3/21: St. Petersburg, FL at Jannus Live!
- 3/22: Orlando, FL at Hard Rock Live
- 3/23: Mobile, AL at Soul Kitchen
- 3/25: Baton Rouge, LA at The Varsity Theatre
- 3/26: Corpus Christi, TX at Concrete Street Amphitheater
- 3/27: Pharr, TX Pharr at Entertainment Center
- 3/29: Austin, TX ACL at Live at the Moody Theater
- 3/30: Houston, TX at Bayou Music Center

Related links:
Deftones Official Site
Periphery on Facebook 

"TURN THE PAGE" (News & Tour Updates - 12/21/2012 Edition) LIVE From Rockefeller Center's XMAS Tree!

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 fourteenth installment of "TURN THE PAGE", this is the 12/21/2012 edition. Filmed at the XMAS Tree at Rockefeller Center in New York City! We hope you enjoy it!



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DEFTONES Announce 2013 U.S. Tour; List Includes Makeup New York City Show!

As previously announced, the DEFTONES have a NEW album entitled 'Koi No Yokan' and it is definitely one of the best records of 2012. In celebration of the release of their seventh studio album, the DEFTONES have announced a NEW batch of tour dates:

"Deftones are pleased to announce North American tour dates in March 2013. Pre-sale tickets are now available to purchase at the link below. General on-sale is Friday, December 21st."

 

Full tour dates below:

- 3/4: Rochester, NY at Main Street Armory
- 3/5: Boston, MA at House of Blues
- 3/6: Huntington, NY at Paramount Theatre
- 3/9: New York, NY at Terminal 5
- 3/10: Montclair, NJ at Wellmont Theatre
- 3/12: Stroudsburg, PA at The Sherman Theatre
- 3/13: Norfolk, VA at The Norva
- 3/15: Charlotte, NC at Fillmore Charlotte
- 3/16: Myrtle Beach, SC at House of Blues
- 3/17: Atlanta, GA at The Tabernacle
- 3/19: Miami, FL at Fillmore Miami Beach
- 3/21: St. Petersburg, FL at Jannus Live!
- 3/22: Orlando, FL at Hard Rock Live
- 3/23: Mobile, AL at Soul Kitchen
- 3/25: Baton Rouge, LA at The Varsity Theatre
- 3/26: Corpus Christi, TX at Concrete Street Amphitheater
- 3/27: Pharr, TX Pharr at Entertainment Center
- 3/29: Austin, TX ACL at Live at the Moody Theater
- 3/30: Houston, TX at Bayou Music Center

 

Asked how the NEW DEFTONES disc sounds, Moreno told Billboard.com, "It's not a super fast or slow record. It's very dynamic. Some of my favorite things about DEFTONES are the dynamics. Yes, we're a heavy band, but we're not just in-your-face aggro the whole time, punching you in the face. There's a lot of aggression in some of the music, but there's also this very soothing element where there's a lot of soundscapes rather than attack, attack, attack the whole time. I understand that's a big part of our sound, but I really feel like we reached a peak on our dynamics on this record with those two qualities — the beauty of something and just straight, ruthless aggression."

Stay tuned for more DEFTONES news!

Related links:
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Deftones Official Site
Deftones on MySpace
Follow Deftones on Twitter
One Love For Chi

VIDEO Of The HORNS UP ROCKS Top 12 Records Of 2012!

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!

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)