Black N Blue Productions presents: THE BLACK N BLUE BOWL

In case you have been living in a shell for the last 20 plus years, you should know that New York Hard Core takes the trophy for being the realest musical scene in the world. It's more than a scene, it's a family. Proof of this is Black N Blue Productions, which is THE Hard Core production company! Lead by Freddy Cricien from NYHC legends Madball and Cousin Joe, Black N Blue is all about spreading the word about underground music on a global scale. Simply put, if it wasn't for Black N Blue Productions, Hard Core music would not be as impacting as it is today.

On May 15th, 2010 history will be made as Black N Blue productions presents "The Black N Blue Bowl", formerly known as "The Super Bowl of Hard Core". I had the honor of interviewing both Freddy Madball and Cousin Joe, right by East Village Radio after their weekly "Black N Blue Takeover" radio show and we talked about Hard Core and the upcoming "Black N Blue" Bowl.
You can check it out right here!

Who is playing?
CRO-MAGS
MADBALL
SKARHEAD
H2O
YUPPICIDE
WISDOM IN CHAINS
TRAPPED UNDER ICE
H8 INC.
CRUEL HAND
And more to come!

Special guest will be announced on Tuesday May 4th on the "Black N Blue Takeover" on East Village Radio, tune in from 8-10 PM!

Where and when is this happening?
Webster Hall in New York City: 125 E. 11th ST. between 3rd and 4th Ave. (That's right, they brought the biggest Hard Core show of the year back to the city!)
SATURDAY MAY 15, 2010
DOORS OPEN AT 2PM
ALL AGES
$25 in advance
$30 day of the show
Tickets are going fast so buy yours now!

Tickets also available at NYHC Tattoos, Brooklyn Monster Factory, and Generation Records

Disposable Cameras Only!!!
****TICKETS ORDERED THROUGH PITCHFORKNY.COM ARE WILL CALL - THEY WILL NOT BE MAILED OUT****
*****PLEASE BRING VALID ID AND PAYPAL RECEIPT TO THE SHOW*****

Lets make this show go into the history books!!! See you there!

Check out the exclusive interview with the Black N Blue Productions team:

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NEW SICK OF IT ALL album and video!

New York Hard Core legends Sick Of It all have a new record titled "Based on a True Story", which I have personally been hooked on since I first heard it. To me Sick Of It All represents what the New York Hard Core scene is all about: unity, honesty and determination. Proof of this is the amazing 25 year career that they have under their belt.

While some may say that Sick Of It All has passed their prime time or that they are too generic. I believe that not only has Sick Of It All released one of their best records to date, but they have also kept their world known sound intact. Sick Of It All has many more years of music for everyone out there, so you better be prepared for Sick Of It All! Support New York Hard Core!

Here is their brand new video, for their instant classic titled "Death or Jail":


SICK OF IT ALL - Death Or Jail (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

SICK OF IT ALL [NEW VIDEO ONLINE] | MySpace Music Videos

Related links:

SICK OF IT ALL on MySpace
SICK OF IT ALL official site
SICK OF IT ALL on Twitter

Earth Day with Earth Crisis

On Thursday April 22, my partner in musical crime (Cyn) and I, headed over to The Gramercy Theater in Manhattan for the first stop from the Earth Crisis national headlining tour called "Wrath of Sanity". After running like a maniac from work to my place to grab all my stuff and from my place to the Gramercy Theater, I arrived as Long Island's From Bliss to Devastation was opening the tour. I immediately ran inside and recorded some video of them rocking. I will post this video very soon, along with the exclusive interview I did with them. This guys are definitely worth checking out!

After From Bliss to Devastation finished their set, Burning Empires took over and played a decent set but didn't have the same fire as the opening band. I was expecting a lot more from a band that features members of Fall Out Boy and Misery Signals. Once they finished their set, I headed downstairs and interviewed From Bliss to Devastation. Unfortunately, I missed most of Thick as Blood, but Cyn said they passed the Hard Core test. Once I caught the end of their set, I went on a mission to find Karl Buechner (singer from Earth Crisis) and get an interview with him. I don't know if it's destiny, but I ran into him within minutes and he was definitely down for an interview. Mission accomplished!

At 9:30, it was finally time for Hard Core legends Earth Crisis to kick off their headlining tour in a New York style. Being a fan of Earth Crisis since the mid 90's, I have always considered them one of my favorite Hard Core bands and I am glad this was the show I picked from a handful of shows happening that same night. The band is tighter than ever and their message is still very strong. I know many out there put down the fact that Earth Crisis are worldwide promoters of the Straightedge life style, but I have always said that musical movements are like religion: you can't agree with everyone, but you must respect everyone.

As Earth Crisis stomped on stage at The Gramercy Theater, the crowd was moving and even though the venue wasn't fully packed as I was expecting it to be, the circle pit was insane! I mean, Earth Crisis with their passionate and energetic music will get a dead person pitting in seconds. If you have a chance to catch Earth Crisis on tour, don't even think twice. Earth Crisis are proof that Hard Core lives and its not going anywhere! And here is some proof of that!

Here is an exclusive interview with Karl Buechner (singer from Earth Crisis) and as you will see, the man is more genuine than a 20 K diamond. Here is what went down, along with some live footage caught by the Horns Up Rocks Eye! Enjoy!

Earth Crisis - All Out War in New York (PLUS Pt1 of interview with Karl Buechner)


Earth Crisis - So Others Live in New York (PLUS Pt2 of interview with Karl Buechner)


Earth Crisis - Gomorrah's Season Ends in New York (PLUS Pt3 of interview with Karl Buechner)


Related links:

Earth Crisis on MySpace
Earth Crisis on Twitter

Brought to you by: Jo Schüftan & Cyn

NEW SEVERED SONGS & CD RELEASE PARTY!!!

If you haven't heard SEVERED yet, I think now is the time for you to crank the volume and check out this incredible band. Through their hard work and passionate musicality, this blend of Brooklyn and Queens musicians is going to leave a mark in the music scene.

Check out 2 NEW tracks from their upcoming self-titled album! RIGHT HERE

Join SEVERED for their CD RELEASE SHOW, May 9th at Club Europa!

Pictures from KILLCODE's show at Mercury Lounge - April 16, 2010

On Friday April 16, 2010, the mighty Killcode from Brooklyn took over Mercury Lounge and demonstrated why they are one of the strongest bands in the country, both musically and personally. Not only do this pictures represent what Killcode delivers on stage but also makes you want to rock! This dudes are genuine rockers and always up for a good time! Enjoy!



























PHOTOGRAPHERS: CYN & ALEX