Archive for October, 2014

On This Day In METAL History – October 16th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on October 16, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

The New Yardbirds - 1969 Live Rarities LP - After Hours Bootleg - #1969

On this day in 1968The New Yardbirds performed their first concert. The band would later incarnate into Led Zeppelin. Shown above: The New Yardbirds- ’69 Live Rarities album (After Hours bootleg).

Jimi Hendrix - Electric Ladyland - promo cover pic - #1965

On October 16th, 1968The Jimi Hendrix Experience released the double album Electric Ladyland. This would be the band’s third and final album.

The Rolling Stones - Its only rock n roll - promo cover pic - 1974

On October 16th, 1974 – The twelfth British and fourteenth American studio album from The Rolling Stones was released: It’s Only Rock ‘n Roll.

Happy Birthday - promo banner - #2014BD

Tony Carey - Storyville - promo album cover pic

TONY CAREY

Born on October 16th, in 1953 – Multi-instrumentalist and producer Tony Carey. Happy Birthday, Tony! Whoa! Tony Carey is famously known for his musical work with Planet P Project, along with numerous solo albums. From 1975 to 1977, Tony Carey played keyboards for Rainbow, appearing on Rising, On Stage and Live In Germany.

Tony played synthesizer on the 1977 Pat Travers album: Puttin’ It Straight. Two Sinner albums, No More Alibis (1992) and Respect (1993) were produced by Tony Carey. The number of albums that the legendary Tony Carey either produced or appeared on as a musician number in the dozens. Pictured above is Tony’s 1990 solo album: Storyville.

Hellyeah - promo band pic - #31377

CHAD GRAY

Born on October 16th, 1971 – Metal vocalist Chad Gray. Happy Birthday, Chad! Man, Whoa! Chad Gray is famously known for fronting and forming two incredibly successful Metal bands: Mudvayne and Hellyeah. Chad Gray can kick some serious ass as a vocalist and Metal Odyssey says so. Chad Gray is pictured above, in the center of the photo, with Hellyeah.

Flea - bass player magazine cover - promo - 2002

FLEA

Born on October 16th, 1962Flea, the famed bassist, songwriter and co-founding member of Red Hot Chili Peppers. Happy Birthday, Flea! Right on! Red Hot Chili Peppers were inducted into The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame, in 2012; presented by Chris Rock. Pictured above: Flea on the August 2002 cover of Bass Player magazine.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

KISS “Love Gun” – Deluxe 2CD Version Releasing On October 27th, Via UMe; All The Details Here!

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , , on October 15, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Kiss - Love Gun - promotional album cover pic - 1977

New version of 1977 studio recording contains previously unreleased demos, live tracks, 1977 Gene Simmons interview and liner notes by Def Leppard’s Joe Elliott

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As reported on the KISS Facebook:

Legendary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees KISS continue to celebrate their 40th anniversary with the release of a deluxe two-CD version of their 1977 platinum-plus album, Love Gun, coming out October 27, 2014 on Universal Music Enterprises (UMe). The band’s sixth studio recording, Love Gun was the first album to feature lead vocal performances from all four original band members, and has since gone on to sell more than four million copies.

The two-CD edition will include the complete re-mastered first album, featuring such classics as the title track, “Plaster Caster,” the song inspired by Cynthia Plaster Caster, the groupie famous for taking casts of rock star genitalia; “Shock Me,” written about Ace Frehley suffering an electric shock during a concert in Lakeland, Florida; “Christine Sixteen,” and “Then She Kissed Me,” the band’s cheeky, gender-switching cover of the Crystals’ 1963 hit penned by Jeff Barry, Ellie Greenwich and Phil Spector.

The second disc is made up of rare, never released Love Gun demos of “Plaster Caster,” “Tomorrow and Tonight” and “Much Too Soon.” The first four lines of the demo “I Know Who You Are” eventually evolved and became the song “Living In Sin” and the rest of the lyrics and music became “I Know Who You Are.” A glimpse into Paul Stanley’s creative process is demonstrated in “Love Gun (Teaching Demo)” with Stanley talking through the various chords of the song after writing the song. The next version “Love Gun (Demo)” is the complete demo performance. “Reputation,” the only previously released demo, was originally included on this year’s KISS 40 compilation.

Also included is a 1977 interview with Gene Simmons, as well as three never-available live tracks from their show at the Capitol Centre, Landover, MD from December 20, 1977, “Love Gun,” “Christine Sixteen” and “Shock Me.” The package comes with liner notes especially written by Def Leppard’s Joe Elliott, recently on tour with KISS.

Kiss - Rock Vegas - promotional banner - 2014

With the culmination of the KISS 40th Anniversary Tour, KISS marks their four decades as America’s most iconic band with their first-ever residency, KISS Rocks Vegas, at The Joint inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, a series of nine performances, starting Wednesday, Nov. 5 through Sunday, Nov. 23, including shows on Nov. 7, 8, 12, 14, 15, 19 and 22. KISS will make waves with one of the loudest, most over-the-top, non-stop parties ever at The Joint, unleashing its signature elaborate set designs, jam-packed set list, intense pyrotechnics and much more.

From rock ‘n’ roll to fashion, always creating and inspiring, KISS recently appeared as the finale on the prime-time CBS special Fashion Rocks, live from Barclays Center in Brooklyn, hosted by Ryan Seacrest, with Afrojack, Duran Duran, Jennifer Lopez, Miranda Lambert, Nico + Vinz, Pitbull, Rita Ora and the Band Perry.

Kiss - la Kiss - 4th and loud - amc - promo banner - 2014

Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley also star in 4th and Loud, the new primetime docu-series from AMC, which chronicles the first season of the Arena Football League team L.A. KISS.

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* For more info on KISS:

Website: http://www.kissonline.com

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE KISS.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – October 15th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on October 15, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Jimi Hendrix - Electric Ladyland - promo cover pic - #1965

On this day in 1965Jimi Hendrix signed his first recording contract with PPX Productions for just one dollar and 1% of royalties. Whoa! And to think that bands today complain about record label royalties… unreal.

Led Zeppelin - Classic Band Logo - B&W - #016601

On October 15th, 1968 – The iconic Led Zeppelin performs their first show, at Surrey University in England.

Chuck Berry - My Ding-A-Ling - promo single cover pic - #720

On this day in 1972My Ding-A-Ling by the legendary Rock ‘N Roll pioneer Chuck Berry was a hit.

Van Halen - classic band logo - #77797

On October 15th, 1989 – At Stonebridge Ranch in Dallas, Texas, guitarist Eddie Van Halen and bassist Michael Anthony of Van Halen participated in the first World Music Invitational Pro/Am celebrity golf tournament.

Bon Jovi - New Jersey - promo deluxe cover pic - 1988

On this day in 1988 – The fourth studio album from Bon Jovi, New Jersey, begins its four-week stay at the top of the U.S. Billboard 200 Album Chart.

Bon Jovi - New Jersey - promo band pic - album flyer

On October 15th, 1988 – Bon Jovi officially switches on MTV Europe in Oslo, Norway. This was back when MTV really did give a crap about music videos, Hard Rock and Heavy Metal.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS AND FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone. 

Grindscene Records Sign Foul Body Autopsy – New EP Announced

Posted in Extreme Metal, Metal, metal music, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on October 15, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Foul Body Autopsy - Tom Reynolds - promo pic - 2014 - #668

Grindscene Records today reveals a swell in their roster, having picked up emerging Extreme Metal one man outfit Foul Body Autopsy.

Label manager Pete Clarke comments: “We are thrilled to welcome Foul Body Autopsy onto our roster. FBA formed in 2010 and has been carving its name into the UK for 4 years now. This one-man army will be releasing a new 2 track EP entitled ‘So Close To Dehumanization’ unto the world on November 4th 2014.”

Armed with an iPod, guitar and a desire to crush skulls, Foul Body Autopsy is a one-man band from Leicester City founded by Metal maverick Tom Reynolds. Over the space of 4 years Tom has released a full-length album and is now working with Equivalence Music Management & Grindscene Records, planning for a full Metal tirade in the UK.

Prior to this Tom has played Bloodstock Open Air and has shared the stage with the likes of Prostitute Disfigurement, Flayed Disciple, Cancerous Womb, General Surgery, Aeon, Cerebral Bore, Panic Cell, Cannabis Corpse, Decapitated, Aborted, Basement Torture Killings, Amputated, Ageless Oblivion, Leng Tch’e, Thy Art Is Murder, Scordatura and Carnal Decay.

With pure shred techniques, blistering speed and no lack of humour within his show this is a unique show that should not be missed.

Tom comments on the signing: “I’m very proud to be on Grindscene Records; in fact it was the only UK label I wanted to be on.”

Foul Body Autopsy - So close to complete dehumanization - promo cover pic

Artwork, as seen above, was completed by Coki Greenway (Bloodshot Dawn, Aborted, Legion Of The Damned, Suicide Silence, Opeth).

‘So Close To Dehumanization’ Tracklist:

01) So Close To Complete Dehumanization

02) Born In To A Manmade Hell

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Pre-Order ‘So Close To Dehumanization’ HERE

Watch The ‘So Close To Dehumanization’ Trailer Here:

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(Source: Future PR)

* For more info on FOUL BODY AUTOPSY:

www.facebook.com/foulbodyautopsyofficial

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE FOUL BODY AUTOPSY.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – October 14th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on October 14, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Monster Mash - Bobby Boris Pickett and The Crypt Kickers - promo album cover pic

On October 14th, 1962 Monster Mash (Bobby ‘Boris’ Pickett & the Crypt-Kickers) was a sensational hit! Monster Mash has since become a beloved Halloween song, even covered by the likes of the Misfits.

Pretty Things - Silk Torpedo - vinyl promo pic - Swan Song Records

On this day in 1974 – London, England’s The Pretty Things sign to Led Zeppelin’s Swan Song label.

Aerosmith - Classic Band Logo - B&W - #11077

On October 14th, 1976Aerosmith kicked off their first European tour, at the Empire Theatre in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

Kiss - Alive II - promo album cover pic - #11977

On this day in KISSTORY – October 14, 1977, KISS released their double platinum album: ALIVE II. This was, in all likelihood, the first album cover to depict a Rock star that is spitting up blood.

Rush - Hemispheres - promo cover pic - #19662

On This day in 1978Rush began their tour in support of Hemispheres, at the Kingston Memorial Centre in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. To date, this was the longest tour by Rush.

Motley Crue - Dr Feelgood - promo cover pic - #1980S

On October 14th, 1989Mötley Crüe reached number one on the Billboard 200 Album Chart for the first and only time with Dr. Feelgood. This fabulous album had a two-week run on top of the album chart.

Iron Maiden - "Live After Death" large album pic!!

On this day in 1985 – The double live album, Live After Death, was released by the British Metal legends: Iron Maiden. If you’re like me, you’ll stare at the cover art (created by Derek Riggs) for hours.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS AND FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

VOICES OF DESTINY “Crisis Cult” – Releases On October 31st; iTunes Pre-Order Available Now

Posted in Metal, metal music, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news, symphonic metal with tags , , , , , on October 14, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Voices Of Destiny - Crisis Cult - October 31 - 2014 - promo album flyer

You can now pre-order the new Voices Of Destiny album Crisis Cult on iTunes! Click here: http://geni.us/VODCrisisiTunes

Voices Of Destiny – Crisis Cult – Track Listing:

Voices Of Destiny - Crisis Cult - Track Listing - October 31 - 2014

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* For more info on VOICES OF DESTINY:

Facebook: Voices of Destiny

Website: http://www.voices-of-destiny.com

Massacre Records - M Logo - 2014

Website: http://www.massacre-records.com

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE VOICES OF DESTINY.

LONG LIVE METAL.

Stone.

PHANTOM 13 “Out For Blood” – An Album Of Horror Punk/Shock Rock Whoop-Ass!

Posted in Hard Rock, horror metal, horror punk, Music, music news, punk, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on October 13, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Phantom 13 - Out For Blood - promo cover pic - 2014

5 Out Of 5 METAL Fists!

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PHANTOM 13 are from Columbus, Ohio and play Horror Punk and Shock Rock that transcends the definition of an unsigned band from the underground. Instead, Phantom 13 is a band that not only plays a sensational live set of songs, they also have nailed it with their new record of Out For Blood. Phantom 13 flavors their songs with Horror lyrics, a Horror Punk/Shock Rock energy and attitude, while seasoned with a touch of Metal.

With the newest album from Phantom 13 comes a most fantastical listen into the spooky side of Rock ‘N Roll. I’ve found Out For Blood to be a euphoric 9 song, non-stop Horror Punk and Shock Rock ride! In other words, Phantom 13 makes me feel great with their Horror Punk whoop-ass and that’s what matters most.

Crank up the title track Out For Blood, below! Whoa!!

I cannot say it enough, hot damn, are all 9 songs a kick-ass sonic experience on Out For Blood! The album opener and title track sets the eerie mood and up-tempo pace of what’s to come; whether the macabre mood is subtle or obvious, Phantom 13 knows how to musically and lyrically ignite the creepy that lurks in the dark. This is an album that post-Michael Graves era Misfits fans should be clamoring for, with Sutter Cain’s eloquent and very ominous vocals. Regardless, any cold-blooded Misfits fan of any era should dig the Horror Punk grooves that Out For Blood is chock-full of.

Truth be told, I’ve found this new album from Phantom 13 to be just as good (if not better) than anything Wednesday 13 has put out. I’m very serious about that. I’ll even state that Out For Blood has an impressive notch (or two) more hefty kick in its songs than the Misfits last studio album The Devil’s Rain. Bassist Chuck Black makes certain the Horror stomp and roll tramples all in its path, throughout Out For Blood. Excellent songs all. My favorites are: Voices Of The Dead, the title track, Death Comes Calling and Demon Girl. I can state with clear certainty, that Out For Blood has become an all-time favorite album for me and will appear on the Metal Odyssey Best Of list for 2014. Metal be thy name – Stone.

Phantom 13 - logo - 2013 - #66

* For more info on PHANTOM 13:

Facebook: Phantom 13

Website: http://www.phantomthirteen.com

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE PHANTOM 13.

LONG LIVE HORROR PUNK/METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – October 13th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, metal music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on October 13, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

ACDC - Back In Black - promo album cover pic - #1980

On October 13th, 1980 AC/DC’s Back In Black is certified platinum by the RIAA. This was the first AC/DC album to feature Brian Johnson on vocals, replacing the late Bon Scott. If you don’t own Back In Black, then hold your head down in shame.

KIss - Creatures Of The Night - promo album cover pic - #7740

On this day in 1982KISS releases their comeback studio album: Creatures Of The Night. This would be the last KISS album on the Casablanca Records label. I highly recommend this KISS album, their heaviest and finest album from the 80’s decade, in my Metal opinion. Vinnie Vincent plays guitar on this album instead of Ace Frehley. Still, to me, Space Ace looks really cool on this album cover.

Baroness - Blue Record - promo album pic - 2009 - #9902

On October 13th, 2009Blue Record, the second studio album from Baroness is released, via Relapse Records. This album is SOLID from beginning to end, in my Metal opinion. Call me bias, yet Baroness ROCKS.

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OCTOBER 13TH BIRTHDAY ANNOUNCEMENT!

Born on this day back in 1947 is the super-duper legendary…

SAMMY HAGAR!

THE RED ROCKER!

WHOA! HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SAMMY!

Sammy Hagar "Street Machine" large album pic!!

Sammy Hagar – Street Machine (1979)

Sammy Hagar & Friends - promo cover pic - 2013

Sammy Hagar & Friends – (2013)

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS AND FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

VANISH “Come To Wither” – Releases October 24th; Instant Track Download With iTunes Pre-Order

Posted in metal music, Music, music news, progressive metal, progressive rock, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on October 12, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Vanish - Come To Wither - promo cover pic - 2014 - #4599

Pre-order Vanish‘s new album Come To Wither on iTunes and get the instant grat track Silence right away!

Pre-order here: http://geni.us/VanishCTWiTunes

Vanish - Come To Wither - promo album banner - cd release - 2014

VANISH:

Bastian Rose – Vocals, Keys

Philipp Schönle – Guitar

Thomas Rösch – Guitar

Daniele Dei Giudici – Bass

Ralf Nopper – Drums

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VANISH are from Stuttgart, Germany.

* For more info on VANISH:

Website: http://www.vanish-metal.com

Massacre Records - M Logo - 2014

Website: http://www.massacre-records.com

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE VANISH.

LONG LIVE METAL.

Stone.

LONEWOLF “Cult Of Steel” – Releases October 24th; Instant Track Download With iTunes Pre-Order

Posted in Heavy Metal, metal music, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on October 12, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Lonewolf - Cult Of Steel - promo cover pic - 2014

Pre-order LONEWOLF’s new album Cult Of Steel on iTunes and get the instant grat track Hordes Of The Night right away! http://geni.us/LonewolfCOSiTunes

Lonewolf - promo band pic - band logo - 2014 - #30083

Jens Börner – vocals and rhythm guitar

Alex Hilbert – lead guitar

Rikki Mannhard – bass guitar

Bubu Brunner – drums

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LONEWOLF started their Heavy Metal crusade in 1992 in Grenoble, France.

* For more info on LONEWOLF:

Facebook: Lonewolf

Massacre Records - M Logo - 2014

Website: www.massacre-records.de

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE LONEWOLF.

LONG LIVE METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – October 12th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , , on October 12, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

New York Dolls - debut album cover promo - 1973

On October 12th, 1971 – New York Dolls are formed, in New York City. The roots of Glam Metal are planted. (Pictured above: the 1973 debut & self-titled New York Dolls album).

The Who - Its Hard - promo album cover pic - 1982

On this day, in 1982 – On their farewell tour, The Who performed the first of two nights at Shea Stadium in Flushing, Queens, New York City. The Clash was the opening act for The Who, at both concerts. (Pictured above is the tenth studio album from The Who, It’s Hard, released in 1982).

Dee Snider - The True Meaning Of Hair Metal - promo pic

On October 12th, 1987 –  Twisted Sister singer Dee Snider announced that he was leaving the band. Twisted Sister reunites ten years later, with Dee Snider leading the pack.

Bill Graham - Presents - biography promo cover

On this day, in 1991 – The final Day on the Green festival was presented by famed promoter Bill Graham at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum in Oakland, California. Bill Graham passed away 13 days later, from injuries sustained in a Helicopter crash in California. Metallica was the headliner and this legendary bill also included Queensrÿche, Faith No More and Soundgarden.

Nirvana - Nevermind - large promo album pic!

On October 12th, 1991 – Nirvana’s Nevermind becomes the #1 album in America. This was the second studio album from Nirvana and first to feature Dave Grohl on drums.

Metallica "The Black Album" x-large album pic!

Metallica – (aka) The Black Album – front cover

Metallica - The Black Album - back cover - 10053

Metallica (aka) The Black Album – back cover

On this day, in 1991Metallica hits #16 on the Billboard singles chart with Enter Sandman. This song is featured on the 1991 self-titled Metallica, aka The Black Album.

Jimmy Page - Robert Plant - Unledded - promo dvd cover pic

On October 12th, 1994 – The live documentary Unledded, airs on MTV, where legends Jimmy Page and Robert Plant reunite in song and on stage. Unledded features four live acoustic versions of Led Zeppelin classics, along with eight new Jimmy Page and Robert Plant collaborations.

Tommy Lee - Sesac Magazine - cover promo - spring 2012

On This day, in 2005Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee suffered minor burns at a concert in Casper, Wyoming during a pyrotechnics explosion, while being suspended from a wire 30 feet above the stage. Tommy Lee was treated at a local hospital for the injuries to his arm and face. (Pictured above: Sesac Magazine/Spring 2012)

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS AND FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

BLASTFEST 2015 IS EXPANDING!

Posted in Extreme Metal, Metal, metal music, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , on October 11, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Blastfest - 2015 - promo festival flyer - norway - february

Blastfest has accepted the challenge and has delivered! It is official, Blastfest will be even bigger! With very positive results and excitement of a recent poll, the Bergen, Norway festival have decided 3 days of Metal madness wasn’t enough and have expanded the festival into a 4 day event with a total of 60 bands! That’s 4 days, 4 venues, and 60 bands! Yes. 60 BANDS! The festival is now running from Wednesday February 18th to Saturday February 21st.

And that’s not just the only announcement the festival will make today because just like the recent spate of updates the festival are keeping form and have just confirmed another 4 bands to the already exploding poster! So without further adieu, we are pleased to report the addition of true Norwegian Black Metal veterans Gehenna, British symphonic Back Metallers Hecate Enthroned, Norwegian Death Metal titans Blood Red Throne and death thrashers Wyruz!

Gehenna - promo band pic - 2014 - #10016

GEHENNA

All of our grenade prayers have been answered; the word became flesh! It’s with a shivering voice of the utmost excitement that Blastfest welcome Norwegian Black Metallers Gehenna to the lineup of 2015! These purveyors of the dark arts have long been regarded as one of the most important acts to come out of the Norwegian Black Metal scene in the 90’s. It’s therefore with great delight that the festival welcome them back to Bergen for their first ever Blastfest performance.

Hecate Enthroned - promo band pic - 2014 - #4032

HECATE ENTHRONED

Back in the 90’s a band made its way to the forefront of the Symphonic Black Metal scene alongside bands like Cradle of Filth and Dimmu Borgir, receiving praise for their ability to be both extreme in their expression as well as incorporating symphonic elements. We are of course talking about UK act Hecate Enthroned. As of today the band is still going strong, if not turning towards an ever heavier expression with their now Death Metal-infused take on the black arts. Blastfest are very pleased to have them cross the North Sea to perform live in Bergen for the very first time ever, as part of the festival!

Blood Red Throne - promo band pic - 2014 - #4499

BLOOD RED THRONE

If you were asked to name a Norwegian Death Metal band, chances are that the first name to enter into your mind would be that of Blood Red Throne. Ever since the release of their first four-track demo back in 2000, they have been a household name in death metal circles. It’s therefore with great pride that Blastfest welcome the ravenous war machine, the primitive killing machine that is Blood Red Throne into the fold. Be prepared for blood spatter and arterial lust!

Wyruz -  promo band pic - 2014 - #W1320

WYRUZ

Some say Blastfest needed to add more Thrash Metal to the lineup, so they have decided to include prime Death/Thrash act Wyruz! These guys have been going strong for over a decade now, and are dead set on destroying everything at Blastfest 2015.

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(Source: Future PR)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/blastfestival

Twitter: www.twitter.com/blastfestnorway

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE BLASTFEST.

LONG LIVE METAL.

Stone.

HORRIFIED – Put In Terrorizer’s Spotlight

Posted in Death Metal, metal music, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on October 11, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Horrified - Descent Into Putridity - promo cover pic

Detailed Interview Within

British heavyweight magazine Terrorizer have just published a Band Of The Day article featuring old school Death Metal lot Horrified, along with a lengthy interview. Within the interview, frontman Dan Alderson (ex-Plague Rider) explains the genesis of the project, the creation of their début album Descent Into Putridity, and the inspiration behind the music and lyrics.

Read the article here: http://www.terrorizer.com/news/botd/horrified-band-day/

Stream “Descent Into Putridity” here:

Physical release date is set to be in October via Memento Mori Records. Digital promos are available.

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(Source: Dewar PR)

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE HORRIFIED.

LONG LIVE METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – October 10th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on October 10, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Black Sabbath - Paranoid - promo cover pic - #BS667

On this day in 1970 – Black Sabbath were at #1 on the UK chart with their second album: Paranoid. This seminal album includes the timeless Metal songs War Pigs, Iron Man and the title track.

Aerosmith - Classic Band Logo - B&W - #11077

On October 10th, 1978 – Guitarist Joe Perry and vocalist Steven Tyler of Aerosmith are injured in Philadelphia, after a dumb-ass in the crowd tosses a cherry bomb onstage.

Europe - Carrie - vinyl single cover sleeve art - promo

On this day in 1987 – Europe peaked at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with their power ballad: Carrie. This song would become Europe’s biggest hit in the United States. Carrie is featured on Europe’s third studio album: The Final Countdown.

Whitesnake - promo album cover pic - #DC50

On this day in 1987 – Whitesnake hits #1 with on the Billboard Chart with their power ballad: Here I Go Again. This song is featured on Whitesnake’s self-titled album from 1987.

Kiss - Psycho Circus - back cover promo - #K4

On this day in KISSTORY, October 10th, 1998 – KISS entered the Billboard 200 Album Chart, at its chart peak of #3, with Psycho Circus. This album was the first studio album by the original lineup of KISS, in nearly twenty years.

Pearl Jam - Backspacer - promo cover pic - #PJ003

On this day in 2009 – Pearl Jam went to #1 on the US Billboard album chart with their ninth studio album: Backspacer.

KISS - Promo band - classic logo - pic promo - 2013 - #3

On this day in KISSTORY – Oct. 10, 2012, KISS performed on the Late Show with David Letterman. After their appearance, KISS performed a concert in the world-famous Ed Sullivan Theater, celebrating the 50th webcast of CBS Interactive’s award-winning live webcast concert series Live On Letterman.

OCTOBER 10th BIRTHDAY ANNOUNCEMENTS!

Eric Martin - (Mr. Big) - Promo Photo - #1

Photo Credit: Frontiers Records

Eric Martin – solo artist and Mr. Big lead vocalist, was born on this day, back in 1960. Happy Birthday Eric! Whoa!

David Lee Roth "Skyscraper" large promo album pic!

David Lee Roth – solo artist and lead vocalist for Van Halen, was born on this day, back in 1955. Whoa, man!

Sharon Osbourne - Survivor - promo book cover - 2008

Sharon Osbourne – the wife of Ozzy Osbourne, was born on this day, back in 1952. Yup.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

ALICE COOPER Drum Legend NEAL SMITH Releases ‘KillSmith And The Greenfire Empire’ – The Last Rock Opera

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on October 9, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Neal Smith - Alice Cooper Drummer - promo pic - 2014 - #232

Westport, CT – From Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame drummer, song writer and founding Alice Cooper band member, comes his latest killer album. Neal Smith’s most recent album, the third in his critically acclaimed solo project KillSmith series that has garnered praise from fans and critics worldwide. And now, Neal takes his ferocious brand of rock and roll to another level! This time “KillSmith & The GreenFire Empire” weaves a tapestry of musical styles to tell the “GreenFire” story along with a little help from his friends.

Is this conceptual heavy metal adventure, being dubbed the last Rock Opera, destined to become a movie! The story of a poor boy who grows up in the jungles of South America, then becomes “Diablos the Emerald King” the most ruthless, furious and powerful drug lord in the world. As a young boy Diablos discovers an ancient secret that has been hidden for thousands of years in pre-Columbian jungle ruins. The secret he discovers is an ancient sacrificial drug called “GreenFire.” As GreenFire’s deadly addiction spreads like wildfire around the globe, it reaches a country called “Blue Soul Land.” The havoc it creates in “Blue Soul Land” and with grave consequences it unleashes the rage of a retired Special Ops Military hero who’s nicknamed “KillSmith.” “GreenFire Born Of Poison” is the first single off of the album.

Neal Smith - Killsmith & The Greenfire Empire - promo cover pic

Says Neal, “My newest album/CD “KillSmith & The GreenFire empire” is my first concept album since the glory gory days of the band “Alice Cooper.” It’s a story of a poor boy who grows up in the jungles of South America, then becomes “Diablos the Emerald King” the most ruthless, ferocious and powerful drug lord in the world. As a young boy Diablos discovers an ancient secret that has been hidden for thousands of years in pre-Columbian jungle ruins. The secret he discovers is an ancient sacrificial drug called “GreenFire.” As GreenFire’s deadly addiction spreads like wildfire around the globe, it reaches a country called “Blue Soul Land.” The havoc it creates in “Blue Soul Land” unleashes the rage of a retired Special Ops Military hero nicknamed “KillSmith” with grave consequences. Is “KillSmith & The GreenFire empire,” the new heavy metal concept adventure CD being dubbed the last Rock Opera, destined to become a movie?”

KillSmith & The GreenFire Empire features: Neal Smith, lead vocals, backing vocals, drums, percussion, rhythm guitar and synthesizer, Peter Catucci, bass guitar, backing vocals and lead vocals on “Noelle No Wonder.” Very special guests performances by Lady Elizabeth Dellinger, backing vocals and intro lead vocals on “I Want Money”, Kevin Franklin, lead guitar, Pete “Keys” Hickey, synthesizer and keyboards. The amazing Hubert Martin lends lead vocals on “Good Morning Blue Soul Land.” Also, Joe Meo on saxophone, Rick Tedesco, on lead guitar, rhythm guitar and backing vocals and Doug Wahlberg, lead guitar.

Tracks:

1. BLESSINGS AND CURSES
2. GOOD MORNING BLUE SOUL LAND
3. SCREAMING BLOODY MURDER
4. THE KILL$MITH ÖVERTURE
5. PALACIO de ESMERALDAS
6. GREENFIRE – BORN OF PÖISON
7. I WANT MONEY
8. PÄNDEMÖNIUM
9. I REMEMBER BLUE SOUL LAND
10. DEATH TO THE KING
11. NOELLE NO WONDER

About Neal Smith:

Neal Smith is best known worldwide for his innovative drumming and outrageous stage antics with the original Alice Cooper band. His solid drumming is the hallmark sound behind such classic 1970’s Alice Cooper hits as “School’s Out”, “I’m Eighteen”, “Billion Dollar Babies” and “No More Mr. Nice Guy”. Neal is also a prolific songwriter, who helped pen many of the groups best known songs. Alice Cooper was the first band to introduce theatrics to the rock and roll stage, the group has sold over 25 million records worldwide.

Neal has six gold and five platinum records to his credit and has performed before millions on extensive grand world tours from the late 1970s to the present. Smith’s trademark drum style can be heard on additional albums, including the Billion Dollar Babies “Battle Axe,” The Plasmatics “Beyond The Valley Of 1984.” Buck Dharma “Flat Out.” Deadringer “Electrocution Of The Heart.” Bouchard, Dunaway and Smith “Back From Hell” and “BDS Live In Paris.” Cinematik “Cinematik” and “One Full Moon Away.” And Neal’s most recent critically acclaimed solo project KillSmith. KillSmith CD’s “Sexual Savior” and “KillSmith Two” garnered praise from fans and critics worldwide. And now, Neal takes his ferocious brand of rock and roll to another level! This time “KillSmith And The GreenFire” weaves a tapestry of musical styles to tell the “GreenFire” story with a little help from his friends.

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To purchase Autographed CD’s:

NealSmithRocks.com – Neal Smith: KillSmith & The GreenFire Empire (Autographed CD’s available NOW!)

http://nealsmithrocks.com/store

To purchase CD’s & digital downloads:

CD Baby – Neal Smith: KillSmith & The GreenFire Empire (CD’s available NOW! plus digital album and song downloads)

http://cdbaby.com/cd/nealsmith4

To purchase digital downloads: 

iTunes – Neal Smith: KillSmith & The GreenFire Empire (digital album and song downloads available NOW!)

https://itunes.apple.com/bf/album/killsmith-greenfire-empire/id907441353

Amazon.com – Neal Smith: KillSmith & The GreenFire Empire (digital album and song downloads available NOW!) Listen to 30 second samples of all songs!

http://www.amazon.com/Killsmith-Greenfire-Empire-Neal-Smith/dp/B00MJM5MAK

Amazon.com UK – Neal Smith: KillSmith & The GreenFire Empire (digital album and song downloads available NOW!) Listen to 30 second samples of all songs!

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Killsmith-Greenfire-Empire-Neal-Smith/dp/B00MKIBXG0

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Source: Glass Onyon PR

For more information: www.nealsmithrocks.com

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LONG LIVE NEAL SMITH.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS OF METAL.

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OSMIUM GUILLOTINE – To Release Live Album

Posted in Heavy Metal, metal music, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on October 9, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Osmium Guillotine - Live From the Asylum - promo cover pic

British Traditional Heavy Metal band OSMIUM GUILLOTINE are proud to announce that they will be releasing Live From the Asylum on October 18th.  

Live From the Asylum contains 8 tracks that were recorded live at the Asylum in Chelmsford on June 28th 2014.

In addition to the Asylum gig, the album will include the Live on Saint FM  session that the band recorded on April 28th 2014  at the Saint FM local talent show. The  Live on Saint FM session will be included with the CD as a digital download.

You can pre-order Live From the Asylum and listen to the track “Goomba” here:http://osmiumguillotine.com/album/live-from-the-asylum

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(Source: Dewar PR)

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LONG LIVE METAL.

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On This Day In METAL History – October 9th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on October 9, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

RUSH - Debut Album - large pic!!

On this day in 1974 – Rush made their American television debut on Don Kirshner’s Rock Concert. Rush didn’t perform again on American television, until a 2008 episode of The Colbert Report.

Aerosmith - band publicity card - #ST88

On October 9th, 1993 – Aerosmith made their second appearance on Saturday Night Live. Aerosmith performed their songs Cryin’ and the timeless classic: Sweet Emotion.

Nirvana - In Utero - promo album cover pic - #N67

On October 9th, 1993 – Nirvana entered the U.S. Billboard album chart at #1 with In Utero. This would become Nirvana’s third and final studio album. In Utero has gone on to sell 5 million copies in the United States alone.

Joe Elliott - Def Leppard - promo pic - #1 - 2012

On this day in 2008 – Before the start of the Toronto Maple Leafs versus Detroit Red Wings game, Def Leppard performed at Detroit’s Fox Theatre nearby. Vocalist Joe Elliott received criticism by many NHL fans for placing the (sacred) Stanley Cup upside down. Bad move, Joe. Bad move.

KISS - Monster - cover promo pic!

On this day in KISSTORY, October 9, 2012 – KISS released Monster, their 20th studio album. Oh… this album kicks 100% Metal ass too. Yup, it does.

OCTOBER 9th BIRTHDAY ANNOUNCEMENTS!

John Lennon - Lennon Legend - promo cover pic

The iconic John Lennon was born in 1940, at Oxford Street Maternity Hospital in Liverpool, England. Rest in peace, John Lennon.

John Entwistle - Thunderfingers - promo album cover pic

The legendary John Entwistle, bassist for The Who was born in 1944. Rest in peace, John Entwistle.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS OF METAL.

Stone.

MAGENTA HARVEST – Announces First-Ever European Tour

Posted in Death Metal, Metal, metal music, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , on October 9, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Magenta Harvest - European Tour - promo flyer - 2014

Volatile European Waters tour 2014

Finnish Death Metal band Magenta Harvest is heading out on their 1st ever tour in Europe.

22.10 Prague, Czech Rep. @ Exit Chmelnice

23.10 Szczecin, Poland @ Club Alter Ego

24.10 Berlin, Germany @ Blackland

25.10 Erlangen, Germany @ New Force

26.10 TBA

27.10 Oostend, Belgium @ Twilight

28.10 Dijon, France @ L’acropole

29.10 Geneve, Switzerland @ Taverne de la Republique

30.10 Brescia, Italy @ Circolo Colony

31.10 TBA, Slovenia

01.11 Wien, Austria @ Das Bach

Tour event: https://www.facebook.com/events/358125387677996/

This is Magenta Harvest’s own tour that they have arranged by themselves, so all help is welcome. You can contribute here: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/magenta-harvest-european-tour-2014

Magenta Harvest - Volatile Waters - promo cover pic - 2014

Volatile Waters was released January 10th, 2014, worldwide by the Finnish record label Inverse Records.

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MAGENTA HARVEST:

Timo Kontio – Guitars

Janne Manninen – Drums

Mathias Lillmåns – Vocals

Jonas Frilund – Bass

Timo Hanhikangas – Guitars

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(Source: Inverse Records)

* For more info on MAGENTA HARVEST:

https://www.facebook.com/MagentaHarvest

https://www.facebook.com/events/358125387677996/

http://inverse.fi/wordpress2/sample-page/magenta-harvest/

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LONG LIVE MAGENTA HARVEST.

LONG LIVE FINLAND.

LONG LIVE DEATH METAL.

Stone.

KAINE – Announce New Guitarist

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , on October 8, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

KAINE - promo band pic - 2014 - #K77

Band Leaving Static Tension One Month After Signing

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Britain’s Kaine have announced that Saxon Davids will be joining the band on guitar permanently. Saxon recently filled in for Anthony Murch on the band’s tour across Britain and Ireland with Mordred.

The band will now move forward as a 5 piece with Rage Sadler on rhythm guitars and vocals, Dan Mailer on bass and vocals, Anthony Murch on lead guitar, Saxon Davids on rhythm & lead guitars and Chris MacKinnon on drums.

Band founder Rage Sadler said: “We are very happy to welcome Saxon to the Kaine family. Saxon did a great job with us on tour; he showed absolute professionalism in learning and performing the songs live in such a short space of time. Personality wise he was a perfect fit for the band and after the reviews we had from our London show we thought why not?”

Saxon commented: “I’m very happy to become a full-time member of Kaine and I am looking forward to what the future holds for the band as a 5 piece Metal machine! Rage approached me pretty much straight after the Islington O2 Academy gig and discussed with me the possibility of this happening. That tour was one of the best experiences of my life from a personal and musical perspective, so to be asked to join the guys permanently is a great pleasure.”

Kaine has also departed its American record label Static Tension less than a month after signing with them. This was due to the label being reluctant to print physical releases for the band as it didn’t believe it had the ability to sell copies. The band believes that remaining with the label is pointless as a result. This is the second record label the band have left this year.

Rage stated: “Unfortunately Static Tension were unable to commit to creating physical materials. If a label doesn’t have the confidence in its own ability to market and sell a band just weeks after signing it, then there is really no point in continuing.”

Kaine will not be looking for another label in the near future and will continue along the DIY route unless an offer of significance comes the bands way.

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(Source: Dewar PR)

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KAINE KICKS METAL ASS.

LONG LIVE METAL.

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On This Day In METAL History – October 8th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on October 8, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Led Zeppelin II - promo cover pic - original cover - #LZ4

On October 8th, 1971 – Led Zeppelin II was enjoying its 100th week on the UK album charts. It was Led Zeppelin’s first album to hit #1 in the United States. Led Zeppelin II is certified 12 times Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for United States sales of 12 million copies.

ZZ Top 1

On this day in 1987 – All three members of ZZ Top made advance bookings for seats on the first passenger flight to the Moon. That flight is still pending… and pending…

Metallica - And Justice For All - promo cover pic - #M89

On October 8th, 1988 – Metallica peaked at number six on the Billboard 200 Album Chart with …And Justice for All. This was their first album to reach the top ten in the United States. …And Justice For All goes on to sell eight million copies in the United States.

Cheap Trick - Don't Be Cruel - single cover promo pic

On October 8th, 1988 – Cheap Trick peaked at number four on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with their cover of Don’t Be Cruel. This was the first Elvis Presley cover song to enter the Top 10 in the United States since Elvis Presley’s death. Pictured above is the 12″ vinyl single cover art for Don’t Be Cruel.

Def Leppard - Love Bites - CD promo cover pic

On this day in 1988 – Def Leppard hits #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with Love Bites. This marked the band’s fifth single from their multi-million selling Hysteria album. Pictured above is the CD single cover art for Love Bites.

Poison - "Open Up and Say... Ahh! x-large album pic!

Above: the second studio album from Poison.

Below: the 7″ vinyl cover art sleeve for Poison’s Fallen Angel.

Poison - Fallen Angel - single cover art - 1988

On October 8th, 1988 – Poison hits #12 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with Fallen Angel. This single is featured on the band’s Open Up and Say… Ahh! studio album from 1988.

Aerosmith "Get A Grip" x-large album pic!

On this day in 1993 – Aerosmith hits #12 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with Cryin’. This single is featured on the band’s 1993 studio album: Get A Grip.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS AND FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.