Month: January 2012

Posted on: January 31, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Bereft To Release Leichenhaus Reveal Cover Art + Tracklisting

Bereft is a Los Angeles based melodic sludgy doom band featuring Sacha Dunable of Intronaut and Graviton, Derek Donley of National Sunday Law and Graviton, Charles Elliott of Abysmal Dawn and ex-The Faceless vocalist Derek Rydquist. Bereft released its first track “Withered Efflorescence” exclusively via their Facebook page in early September 2011 to rave reviews and online buzz, followed by their debut live show September 30 in Los Angeles, CA.…

Posted on: January 31, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

3 INCHES OF BLOOD Reveals “Long Live Heavy Metal” Track Listing and Album Artwork

Premiere metal act 3 INCHES OF BLOOD has revealed both the track listing and album artwork from their forthcoming effort, Long Live Heavy Metal due out on March 27, 2012 in North America and March 26th in Europe. Produced by Terry “Sho” Murray (City of Fire, Exhibitionists), the astounding twelve track achievement offers an explosion of sound, setting new standards for classic heavy metal. 3 INCHES OF BLOOD teamed up…

Posted on: January 31, 2012 Posted by: John B. Moore Comments: 0

A Bad Idea I’m About to Do: True Tales of Seriously Poor Judgment and Stunningly Awkward Adventure by Chris Gethard (Book)

Comedian Chris Gethard has led a pretty screwed life with an especially bizarre childhood. Thank God he had the presence of mind, and enough lack of pride, to remember it all and to put it on paper. A Bad Idea I’m About to Do is a collection of Gethard’s essays, mostly detailing his seemingly, (but clearly not) mundane upbringing in suburban New Jersey and his time at Rutgers University. As…

Posted on: January 31, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 1

Yeasayer remixes Fanfarlo’s “Shiny Things”

Fanfarlo On Tour: Mar 05 Boston, MA, Paradise Rock Club Mar 06 New York, NY, Webster Hall Mar 07 Washington, DC, U St. Music Hall Mar 08 Philadelphia, PA, Union Transfer Mar 09 Carrboro, NC, Cat’s Cradle Mar 10 Atlanta, GA, Vinyl Mar 13 Houston, TX Fitzgerald’s Mar 14 Dallas, TX, The Loft Mar 19 St. Louis, MO, Blueberry Hill Duck Room Mar 20 Nashville, TN, Mercy Lounge Mar 22…

Posted on: January 31, 2012 Posted by: marcussutherland Comments: 0

Pilgrim – Misery Wizard (CD) Review

PILGRIM is a Three piece Doom metal band from Rhode Island. The band formed in early 2010 The members are. ” Krolg, the Slayer of Man” (drums), “Count Elric the Soothsayer” (bass) and “The Wizard” (guitars and vocals) Their new Cd titled “Misery Wizard” Is coming out at the end of January. Pilgrim has Signed with (poison Tongue records). Distribution being handled by (Metal Blade records). If you are a…

Posted on: January 31, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Black Milk Announces 25-Date “Claps And Slaps” Tour

Following a year that saw an impressively diverse output even without a solo album, Black Milk announces his largest North American tour to date. The 25-date national trek, dubbed the “Claps And Slaps Tour”, launches in Providence, Rhode Island on February 25, and continues throughout the month of March, touching New York City, Chicago, Los Angeles and San Francisco, with many more stops along the way (complete routing below). In…

Posted on: January 30, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

RivetHead – Doomsday for Optimism (CD)

The story of RivetHead is one best told through the tracks on Doomsday for Optimism. This veteran band has refined their sound over the course of the last few years, and comes to the opening strains of Super Zero with tremendous momentum. The band is able to insert tremendously catchy hooks deep in the psyche of anyone listening in. While each of the album’s fourteen cuts showcase a slightly different…

Posted on: January 30, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Ryan David Orr – Mordred, the Quarter Known (CD)

I believe that the theme behind Mordred, the Quarter Known is something momentous for the alt-rock domain. Where there would be a more metal bent (typically) to a title that focuses on the King Arthur legacy, Ryan David Orr provides a complex, darkly emotional type of alt-rock to his listeners. April, I’m Sure the Stars Understand is one of those tracks that captures the different twists and turns of Orr’s…

Posted on: January 30, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Gza TOUR DATES

1/30 Bournemouth, UK @ Old Fire Station 1/31 London, UK @ O2 Academy 2/1 Gent, BEL @ Vooruit 2/2 Poitiers, FR @ Confort Moderne 2/3 Montpelier, FR @ Rockstore 2/4 Cologne, GER @ Essigfabrik 2/5 Stuttgart, GER @ Die Röhre 2/6 Munich, GER @ Backstage 2/7 Berlin, GER @ Cassiopeia 2/8 Hamburg, GER @ Klubsen 2/9 Zurich, SWI @ Escherwyss 2/10 Neufchatel, SWI @ La Case a Chocs 2/11 Geneva,…

Posted on: January 30, 2012 Posted by: marcussutherland Comments: 0

Vendetta – Feed The Extermination (CD)

“Vendetta” The thrash metal band from Germany has just finished work on their fourth album titled “Feed The Extermination”. Which is set to be relaesed on Janruary 31st through Massacre Records. Members are Mario Vogel (vocals), Frank Schölch (guitars), Klaus Ullrich (guitars & bass) and Thomas Krämer (drums). Founded way back in 1987, they are one one of the most well known and beloved contemporary thrash bands In Germany. “Vendetta”…

Posted on: January 27, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

THE VEER UNION ANNOUNCES U.S. TOUR WITH MY DARKEST DAYS

Canadian alt rock quintet, The Veer Union, has announced a US tour with fellow countrymen, My Darkest Days, set to kick off this spring. The late March/early April run will mark The Veer Union’s first US dates in over a year. “We are excited to announce we will be hitting the road with the boys in My Darkest Days in late March,” said vocalist, Crispin Earl. “The last live show…

Posted on: January 27, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

The Story So Far To Headline First Two Weeks of First-Ever Pure Noise Records Tour (2/24-3/8)

Rising Bay Area punk/indie label Pure Noise Records is coming off its biggest year yet, so to satisfy fan demand and keep the momentum going, the label has announced plans for its first-ever Pure Noise Records Tour, featuring several of the bands that have helped the label make its mark on the scene. Headlining the first two weeks of the tour (2/24-3/8) is critically acclaimed Bay Area punk outfit, The…

Posted on: January 27, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Texas Killing Fields (Blu-Ray)

The film is something that requires a few solid views to capture everything that has been presented in its 105 minute run time. Where the film could travel down a path that numerous films have taken, I believe that it provides a fresh take on the horror and suspense genres. Sam Worthington and Brian Heigh do a stellar job in creating the camaraderie that two detectives would have after working…

Posted on: January 27, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Foxy Shazam “The Church of Rock and Roll” Available Today ON I.R.S. RECORDS

The heavenly rocking sounds of FOXY SHAZAM’s The Church of Rock and Roll are finally set free amongst the mortals of Earth today via I.R.S. Records. The group celebrates its fourth release with an exclusive album stream via RollingStone.com http://t.co/7gicAaoa. “I Like It,” the first single furthers the band’s irrepressible mystique and solidifies their stellar vocals and musicianship. Gaining unprecedented Major Market radio support a month in advance of the…

Posted on: January 27, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

There Be Dragons (Blu-Ray)

This film is fantastic, and showcases the fact that period historical pieces can still work. It is the attention to detail that makes this film soar, as one will be transported back to the Spanish Civil War period. While individuals that have taken American history courses will have little information about this event, I believe that Roland Joffe’s (The Mission) skill ensures that a back story is provided. I liked…

Posted on: January 27, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Italian Horn announes the release of “Red Affair” via Dais Records, premieres shoegaze-synth title track

Continuing the home recording tradition of My Dad is Dead, East River Pipe and Sebadoh, Italian Horn, the solo project of New York City writer behind Radio Silence and Live…Suburbia, Anthony Pappalardo, announces the release of his Red Affair 12″ debut via DAIS Records. Watch the Italian Horn-created video for title track “Red Affair” and listen to the track from the Red Affair 12″ DAIS027. Channeling equal parts Guided By…

Posted on: January 27, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 1

Seitenbacher Fruity Gummi Candies

What I found best about these candies is that they had an assertive flavor that did not seem fake. Whether it is Sweet Lime, Pineapple, or even Passion Fruit, the flavors are nuanced and provide individuals with a unique experience. We were able to find an interesting product of these candies. Just stick them into the microwave for about 10 seconds, and they will come out warm and with an…

Posted on: January 27, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

BIBLE OF THE DEVIL To Release For The Love of Thugs and Fools on May 8th via Cruz Del Sur Music

Veteran Chicago Rock n’ Roll band Bible of the Devil have announced the completion of their sixth full-length album and third for Rome, Italy, based label Cruz Del Sur Music and have set May 8th, 2012 as the album’s release date. Entitled For the Love of Thugs and Fools, Bible of the Devil’s eagerly anticipated follow-up to their 2008 release, Freedom Metal, is an assembly of raging Rock n’ Roll…

Posted on: January 26, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

DAWN OF ASHES announces “Farewell to the Flesh” EP

DAWN OF ASHES have completed a new digital EP that is available for pre-order NOW on iTunes for $5.99! The EP features three new tracks, Farewell to the Flesh, Torture Device Part 2, and Blood-Shed With the 3rd Eye (Instrumental). The other songs are remixes of songs from the band’s previous album Genocide Chapters. DAWN OF ASHES announces “Farewell to the Flesh” EP DAWN OF ASHES have completed a new…

Posted on: January 26, 2012 Posted by: marcussutherland Comments: 0

Nightqueen – For Queen and Metal (CD) Review

Nightqueen has unveiled their upcoming debut LP “For Queen And Metal.” Their debut is set for release On February 24, 2011 through Massacre Records. Band members are comprised of Keely Larreina – Lead vocals Daniel Kells – Keyboards Rex Zeco – Guitar Alan Rawson – Guitar Steven Steele – Bass William Blodyn – Drums Artwork was created by Jan Yrlund. Nightqueen is a female fronted power metal/symphonic metal band from…