New York City's GRAMERCY THEATRE Is Electrified By The METAL MASTERS - Video Of Entire Performance Available!

Heavy Metal history was written yet again (September 7), when the METAL MASTERS - Philip Anselmo, Kerry King, Dave Lombardo, Scott Ian, Frank Bello, Charlie Benante, Billy Sheehan and Gary Holt - performed together at the fourth installment of Samson's "Metal Master" series, which was held at the Gramercy Theatre on the famed island of Manhattan in New York City.

The night was kicked off by a very special unannounced performance of Dave Lombardo's NEW band PHILM! The trio kicked off the night in style, and the crowd loved seeing Lombardo up close and personal. He was literally jamming his drums from center stage. What a treat!

Following PHILM's set, Frank Bello from ANTHRAX entertained the crowd with his hilarious antics and demonstrated all sorts of techniques to the sold out audience. The best part of his clinic is when he asked various members of the crowd to joining him on stage so he could teach them a thing or two. You should have seen the emotion displayed by this kids! Priceless!

Right after Bello was done wowing the crowd with his New York brand of humor and great bass techniques, it was time for none other than Billy Sheehan from MR. BIG to teach many Metalheads that there is a very fine line between Hard Rock and Heavy Metal. They say that fine booze is better when aged, this is definitely the case with Mr. Sheehan. Get this, he has been playing bass for over 40 years! To say that the crowd learned a few things for him is an understatement.

Then it was ANTHRAX's Scott Ian turn to teach the audience at home and online (the event was streamed worldwide) a few techniques and tell some cool stories about his extensive career as a professional musician. During his musical spiel, the fire alarm went off and halted the show for about 20 minutes. The New York Fire Department showed up to make sure it wasn't anything serious, so the show could proceed. Apparently a smoker decided that it was a food idea to light up in a bathroom. Once Ian resumed his clinic, just like his bandmate Frank Bello, Ian invited a fan on stage and they jammed together!

Finalizing the clinic part of the METAL MASTERS IV was Charlie Benante from ANTHRAX, who always brings his amazing energy to the stage. Just like his counterparts, Benante jammed on stage with a very lucky fan! All in all, the clinic part of the show was very informative and funny as hell (except when the fire alarm went off).

A few minutes after the clinic, the all-star jam was introduced by Jose Mangin from Sirius XM Liquid Metal and Mike Menghi from ZOOM (one of the sponsors along with HAARTKE and SAMSON). The set list was as follows:

- "Room For One More" (w/ Frank Bello on lead vocals) (ANTHRAX)
- "Mouth For War" (PANTERA)
- "Five Minutes Alone" (PANTERA)
- "A New Level" (PANTERA)
- "Chemical Warfare" (SLAYER)
- "War Ensemble" (SLAYER)
- "Goddamn Electric" (PANTERA)
- "Sergeant D & The S.O.D." (STORMTROOPERS OF DEATH)
- "Kill Yourself" (STORMTROOPERS OF DEATH)
- "Angel Of Death" (SLAYER)
- "Strike Of The Beast" (EXODUS)
- "Raining Blood" (SLAYER)
- "Fucking Hostile" (PANTERA)

Quiet a set list ah? The highlights were: PANTERA's 5 "Five Minutes Alone" and "Goddamn Electric", SLAYER's "War Ensemble" and "Angel Of Death", and EXODUS' "Strike Of The Beast". Missed the show?

As SLAYER's Kerry King said in the past "Everybody wants to see Phil. Everybody loves Phil. When I come out, it's a huge applause. When Phil comes out, it's like somebody came back from the dead; they're not expecting it. And it's cool." To say that he stole the show is an understatement! It is so good to see what a positive role model Anselmo has become!

Did you miss the event? Do you want to see what you missed while you were at the bar picking up chicks (or dudes)? Well, thanks to our good friends from REVOLVER MAGAZINE, you can watch the entire show right here!

Part 1:



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Part 2:



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NOTE: Full image gallery and interview package coming soon! Stay tuned!

Photo credit: Zulie Alvarez (www.zuliephotographierocks.com/)

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Web Stream For Tonight's METAL MASTERS IV In New York City Available Here!

The day has arrived! The METAL MASTERS IV will take place in just a few hours at the Gramercy Theatre in New York City. Presented by Samson, Zoom and Hartke, this unique all-star event will definitely go down in Heavy Music history.

LINEUP for Metal Masters Clinic IV:

- Philip Anselmo (Down, ex-Pantera)
- Kerry King (Slayer)
- Dave Lombardo (Slayer)
- Scott Ian (Anthrax)
- Charlie Benante (Anthrax)
- Frank Bello (Anthrax)
- Billy Sheehan (Mr. Big)
- Gary Holt (Exodus, Slayer)

+ Special Guests

If you can’t make it out or didn't purchase a ticket on time, our good friends of REVOLVER we’ll be streaming the event here:



Video streaming by Ustream

The most recent event, the Metal Masters Clinic 3, took place on April 12, 2012 at the Key Club in Los Angeles, California, a day after the Revolver Golden Gods Awards. Present at the event were: Philip Anselmo (Down, ex-Pantera), Geezer Butler (Black Sabbath), Kerry King and Dave Lombardo (Slayer), plus members of Anthrax, Megadeth and more. Here is what went down at this historic event!

Prior to Metal Masters 4, three of the leading gear/technology companies for both musicians and consumers alike are partnering up with Guitar Center for an in-store appearance unlike any other. The “Metal Masters” will be making a stop at Guitar Center in Union Square (25 West 14th Street) on September 6th, a day before their sold-out clinic at the Gramercy Theatre. The signing will take place from 1:00PM – 3:00PM and will be comprised of Philip Anselmo (Pantera/Down), Kerry King (Slayer), Dave Lombardo (Slayer), Scott Ian (Anthrax), Charlie Benante (Anthrax), Frank Bello (Anthrax) and newly added masters Billy Sheehan and Gary Holt (Exodus/Slayer). There is a limit of one item signed per customer. There will be discounts on all Samson/Hartke/Zoom products and anyone who purchases one of their products will get moved to the front of the line. The Guitar Center in-store promises to be an event not to be missed.

Metal Masters 4 will take place in New York City on September 7th at The Gramercy Theatre. Doors will open at 7:00PM with the clinic starting at 8:00PM. Metal Masters 4 is bringing back some of the classic “Metal Masters” while adding a few new members to the list. As always, fans can expect some surprise appearances and unforgettable performances. Even though the show is sold out, the clinic will be broadcast live via UStream and the link will be sent out in the coming weeks so fans around the globe can experience Metal Masters 4.

Related links:
www.revolvermag.com/metal-masters-4
www.samsontech.com

Details Revealed About FREE Web Stream Of "Metal Masters IV"!

As previously reported, Samson, Zoom and Hartke are bringing you the fourth edition of the Metal Masters Clinic. This unique all-star event, will take place on Friday, September 7th at the Gramercy Theatre in New York City. The event is sold out!

If you can’t make it out or didn't purchase a ticket on time, our good friends of REVOLVER we’ll be streaming the event here: www.revolvermag.com/metal-masters-4

The most recent event, the Metal Masters Clinic 3, took place on April 12, 2012 at the Key Club in Los Angeles, California, a day after the Revolver Golden Gods Awards. Present at the event were: Philip Anselmo (Down, ex-Pantera), Geezer Butler (Black Sabbath), Kerry King and Dave Lombardo (Slayer), plus members of Anthrax, Megadeth and more. Here is what went down at this historic event!

Prior to Metal Masters 4, three of the leading gear/technology companies for both musicians and consumers alike are partnering up with Guitar Center for an in-store appearance unlike any other. The “Metal Masters” will be making a stop at Guitar Center in Union Square (25 West 14th Street) on September 6th, a day before their sold-out clinic at the Gramercy Theatre. The signing will take place from 1:00PM – 3:00PM and will be comprised of Philip Anselmo (Pantera/Down), Kerry King (Slayer), Dave Lombardo (Slayer), Scott Ian (Anthrax), Charlie Benante (Anthrax), Frank Bello (Anthrax) and newly added masters Billy Sheehan and Gary Holt (Exodus/Slayer). There is a limit of one item signed per customer. There will be discounts on all Samson/Hartke/Zoom products and anyone who purchases one of their products will get moved to the front of the line. The Guitar Center in-store promises to be an event not to be missed.

Metal Masters 4 will take place in New York City on September 7th at The Gramercy Theatre. Doors will open at 7:00PM with the clinic starting at 8:00PM. Metal Masters 4 is bringing back some of the classic “Metal Masters” while adding a few new members to the list. As always, fans can expect some surprise appearances and unforgettable performances. Even though the show is sold out, the clinic will be broadcast live via UStream and the link will be sent out in the coming weeks so fans around the globe can experience Metal Masters 4.

LINEUP for Metal Masters Clinic IV:

- Philip Anselmo (Down, ex-Pantera)
- Kerry King (Slayer)
- Dave Lombardo (Slayer)
- Scott Ian (Anthrax)
- Charlie Benante (Anthrax)
- Frank Bello (Anthrax)
- Billy Sheehan (Mr. Big)
- Gary Holt (Exodus, Slayer)

+ Special Guests

Join the revolution, contribute to our Indiegogo campaign! Click HERE: www.indiegogo.com/hornsup
 

Related links:
www.revolvermag.com/metal-masters-4
www.samsontech.com

Meet "Metal Masters" Philip Anselmo, Kerry King, Dave Lombardo, Scott Ian & More!

 

As previously reported, Samson, Zoom and Hartke are bringing you the fourth edition of the Metal Masters Clinic. This unique all-star event, will take place on Friday, September 7th at the Gramercy Theatre in New York City. The event is sold out!

The most recent event, the Metal Masters Clinic 3, took place on April 12, 2012 at the Key Club in Los Angeles, California, a day after the Revolver Golden Gods Awards. Present at the event were: Philip Anselmo (Down, ex-Pantera), Geezer Butler (Black Sabbath), Kerry King and Dave Lombardo (Slayer), plus members of Anthrax, Megadeth and more. Here is what went down at this historic event!

Prior to Metal Masters 4, three of the leading gear/technology companies for both musicians and consumers alike are partnering up with Guitar Center for an in-store appearance unlike any other. The “Metal Masters” will be making a stop at Guitar Center in Union Square (25 West 14th Street) on September 6th, a day before their sold-out clinic at the Gramercy Theatre. The signing will take place from 1:00PM – 3:00PM and will be comprised of Philip Anselmo (Pantera/Down), Kerry King (Slayer), Dave Lombardo (Slayer), Scott Ian (Anthrax), Charlie Benante (Anthrax), Frank Bello (Anthrax) and newly added masters Billy Sheehan and Gary Holt (Exodus/Slayer). There is a limit of one item signed per customer. There will be discounts on all Samson/Hartke/Zoom products and anyone who purchases one of their products will get moved to the front of the line. The Guitar Center in-store promises to be an event not to be missed.

Metal Masters 4 will take place in New York City on September 7th at The Gramercy Theatre. Doors will open at 7:00PM with the clinic starting at 8:00PM. Metal Masters 4 is bringing back some of the classic “Metal Masters” while adding a few new members to the list. As always, fans can expect some surprise appearances and unforgettable performances. Even though the show is sold out, the clinic will be broadcast live via UStream and the link will be sent out in the coming weeks so fans around the globe can experience Metal Masters 4.

LINEUP for Metal Masters Clinic IV:

- Philip Anselmo (Down, ex-Pantera)

- Kerry King (Slayer)

- Dave Lombardo (Slayer)

- Scott Ian (Anthrax)

- Charlie Benante (Anthrax)

- Frank Bello (Anthrax)

- Billy Sheehan (Mr. Big)

- Gary Holt (Exodus, Slayer)

+ Special Guests

Join the revolution, contribute to our Indiegogo campaign! Click HERE: www.indiegogo.com/hornsup
 

Related links:
www.samsontech.com

TESTAMENT's Eric Peterson & Dean Guitars Announce Guitar Center Workshops!

Eric Peterson, the co-founder and guitarist of Bay Area Metallers TESTAMENT, will be hosting a series of guitar workshops at various Guitar Center locations (presented by Dean Guitars). Peterson is famous for developing his way of playing into a style that is easily identifiable and always innovative. He seamlessly blends melodic riffs that dance above crushing grooves. Hits playing is unmistakable and hard-hitting thanks to his percussive right hand technique.

Here are the details of the Guitar Center workshops featuring Eric Peterson:

- Tuesday, August 21st at 7 PM: Guitar Center Emeryville, Canada (5925 Shellmound Street)
- Wednesday, August 22nd at 7 PM: Guitar Center San Francisco, California (1645 Van Ness Ave.)
- Thursday, August 23rd at 7 PM: Guitar Center Sacramento, California (2120 Alta Arden Expwy.)

In anticipation of the release of TESTAMENT's NEW album 'The Dark Roots Of Earth' (available now via Nuclear Blast Records), Eric Peterson's guitar partner Alex Skolnick sat down with us to chat about the bands NEW album!



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

UPCOMING TESTAMENT TOUR DATES:

July/August 2012

European Tour Dates:

8/09 – Vasteras, Sweden – Sigurdsgatan 25
8/10 – Rejmyre, Sweden – Skogsrojet
8/11 – Derbyshire, UK – Bloodstock Fest
8/12 – Brussels, Belgium – Alcatraz Fest
8/13 – Istanbul, Turkey – Venue 2012

September/October 2012

U.S./Canada Tour Dates:

09/14 – Sacramento, CA @ Ace of Spades
09/15 – Portland, OR @ Roseland Theatre
09/16 – Kennewick, WA @ Toyota Center
09/17 – Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory
09/19 – Seattle, WA @ The Showbox
09/20 – Vancouver, BC @ Vogue Theater
09/21 – Calgary, AB @ MacEwan Hall
09/22 – Edmonton, AB @ Edmonton Event Centre
09/24 – Saskatoon, SK @ Odeon Event Center
09/25 – Winnipeg, MB @ Burton Cummings Theatre
09/29 – Toronto, ON @ Danforth Music Hall
09/30 – Quebec City, QC @ Capitole du Quebec

10/02 – Montreal, QC @ Metropolis
10/03 – Portland, ME @ State Theater
10/05 – Montclair, NJ @ Wellmont Theatre

Join the revolution, contribute to our Indiegogo campaign! Click HERE: www.indiegogo.com/hornsup
 

Related Links:
Official Site of Testament