Everlast’s (real name: Erik Schrody) 1998 hit What It’s Like was so wildly popular that plenty of people who DIDN’T know what it was like still learned all the words before they realized that the song’s finger-pointing-but-non-judgmental lyrics were aimed at them. It was a prominent enough track to help him sell almost three million … Continue reading Everlast’s “The Life Acoustic”: Lazy and Uneventful
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PINKISH BLACK set to release Razed to the Ground
Los Angeles, CA - "Lots of good, lots of bad..." is one way to describe Pinkish Black's star-crossed career thus far. Their first incarnation arose in Fort Worth, TX, when 2005 saw a trio of like-minded souls connect under the banner of The Great Tyrant and set about hewing a new definition for the word "heavy." Following the … Continue reading PINKISH BLACK set to release Razed to the Ground
Just Rock – Black Water Rising’s Nameless Riffs
Brooklyn’s Black Water Rising’s second effort capitalizes on the band’s self-proclaimed moniker: “No frills riff rock.” At that explanation, the band’s image is already settled onto a plane riddled with derivative radio butt rockers like Pop Evil and Saliva. But let’s not count out their second album, Pissed and Driven just yet, because it’s not … Continue reading Just Rock – Black Water Rising’s Nameless Riffs
The Furries Attack Pittsburgh, Matthew Ebel Provides Soundtrack
An interview with pianist/vocalist Matthew Ebel and drummer Runtt, one of the musical acts of Anthrocon 2013, a record-breaking-in-attendance Furry gathering held in Pittsburgh, downtown at the David Lawrence Convention Center last weekend, July 5th through the 7th. If you haven’t heard of the spooky subculture known as Furries, it might be for the best. … Continue reading The Furries Attack Pittsburgh, Matthew Ebel Provides Soundtrack
REVIEW: Female fronted NYC progressive rockers Eye Ra Haze release their brooding EP Eye Of The Storm
Modern progressive music is somewhat of a boys club. With the exception of a few bands that surfaced between the mid-90’s and now, the female gender has been primarily absent from the world of progressive hard rock and metal. Finally, the wait ends now with the introduction of New York City alternative/progressive quintet EYE RA … Continue reading REVIEW: Female fronted NYC progressive rockers Eye Ra Haze release their brooding EP Eye Of The Storm
Wilson Thrash 2013: New Album Worth Your Weekend
This ten-track mammoth begins with a satirical opening mic-check, blasting into a power-chord, and some marvelously raunchy vocals. For the few of you out there that might snag this reference, Chad Nicefield (vocalist) champions a tinge of “Refused” singer (Dennis Lyxzén) style, which I really don’t hear often. Nicefield also seems to have a bit … Continue reading Wilson Thrash 2013: New Album Worth Your Weekend
Still Sailing – Primus Revitalize Their Second LP
In total retrospect, it’s a damn good thing that Les Claypool was rejected from Metallica and continued his band Primus. Yes, he had some experience in the world of thrash metal with his band Blind Illusion, but when it came right down to it, Claypool’s love of progressive rock and funk metal was too much … Continue reading Still Sailing – Primus Revitalize Their Second LP
Fatboy Slim To Release Big Beach Bootique 5 CD/DVD Out February 19th On The End Records
1. Fatboy Slim: Right Here Right Now 2. Fatboy Slim: Praise You 3. His Majesty Andre: Clubs The Black & White Brothers - Put Your Hands Up Fatboy Slim: Fucking In Heaven 4. Chuckie: Who Is Ready To Jump? 2Symmetry: Lollipop (New Thomas Mix) 5. Firebeatz : Where's Your Head John Dahlback - Grunge 6. … Continue reading Fatboy Slim To Release Big Beach Bootique 5 CD/DVD Out February 19th On The End Records
Krokus Announces New Album Dirty Dynamite Out March 5th On The End Records
'Dirty Dynamite' Tracklisting 01. Hallelujah Rock’n’Roll 02. Go Baby Go 03. Rattlesnake Rumble 04. Dirty Dynamite 05. Let The Good Times Roll 06. Help 07. Better Than Sex 08. Dög Song 09. Yellow Mary 10. Bailout Blues 11. Live Ma Life 12. Hardrocking Man Well let me tell you, on Dirty Dynamite Krokus keep … Continue reading Krokus Announces New Album Dirty Dynamite Out March 5th On The End Records
Triple Hex’s New EP Will Creep Into Your Conscience
Although the last tune on the EP, the opening cymbals and synth laden tune "Kill" puts into perspective the journey the listener has taken on Triple Hex's newest effort. Part The Doors, part Stooges, part apocalyptic trance music for the hedonistic survivors, Dave Hex takes us to the dark recesses of the mind and soul … Continue reading Triple Hex’s New EP Will Creep Into Your Conscience
Bison B.C.’s ‘Lovelessness’ Will Put Them On Your Love List
They hit you like a shovel, already caked in mud and blood and piss, slamming your brain. Bottom basement guitars rooted down deep with drum and bass rhythm and riff on top of heavy riff on top of heavier riff. Based in the love of all things metal and good, born out of the Sabbaths, … Continue reading Bison B.C.’s ‘Lovelessness’ Will Put Them On Your Love List
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