Archive for November, 2014

FAITHSEDGE – Recruits Stryper Bassist And Mr.Big /Ace Frehley Drummer For 2015 Album

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on November 13, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Faithsedge - 2015 - promo band banner pic - #2015GF

After back to back albums welcomed by fans and critics alike, Faithsedge featuring lead vocalist/songwriter Giancarlo Floridia and former Dokken guitarist Alex De Rosso will enter the studio in 2015 to record the third Faithsedge installment.

Joining the new lineup will feature Tim Gaines (Stryper) on bass and drummer Matt Starr (Mr.Big /Ace Frehley), which will deliver a crushing new rhythm section.

Taking over production and full-time keys for the album will be Alessandro Del Vecchio (Hardline) known for his melodically charged keys and excellent productions.

The album has been written by Floridia and the band will start pre-production early in 2015, with plans for release by the end of the year.

Faithsedge’s current record The Answer of Insanity was released in September through Scarlet Records/eOne music.

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* For more info on FAITHSEDGE:

www.faithsedgemusic.com

www.facebook.com/faithsedge

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LONG LIVE FAITHSEDGE.

LONG LIVE HARD ROCK.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – November 13th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, music news, Punk rock, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on November 13, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Led Zeppelin - The Song Remains The Same - promo cover pic - #1976RP

On November 13th, 1976 – The iconic Led Zeppelin achieves their seventh #1 UK album with the film soundtrack The Song Remains The Same. Released as a double-album, it peaked at #2 on the U.S. Billboard 200 Albums Chart. This double-album was recorded in 1973, at the world-famous Madison Square Garden in New York City.

Vietnam Veterans Memorial - photo - June 21, 2013

Photo credit: Vietnam Veterans Memorial

On this day in 1982 – The Vietnam Veterans Memorial was finalized and dedicated in Washington, DC. God Bless America.

The Running Man - promo movie poster - 1987 - #1113

On November 13th, 1987 – The Science Fiction/Action film, The Running Man, was released to theaters. This film stars the legendary Arnold Schwarzenegger. The late Richard Dawson also stars as this film’s central villain. The Running Man was directed by Paul Michael Glaser with a screenplay by Steven E. de Souza. Director Paul Michael Glaser is also famously known as Detective David Starsky of the hit late 70’s television show: Starsky & Hutch.

Aerosmith Route Of All Evil Tour - 2006 - promo patch pic

Motley Crue - Band Logo - #666779 - NS

On this day in 2006 – On the Route Of All Evil tour, Aerosmith played a 15 song set and Mötley Crüe played a 13 song set at the Cricket Pavillion in Phoenix, Arizona.

Powderfinger - Farewell Tour - promo banner - 2010 - #1113

On November 13th, 2010 – At the Brisbane River Stage, Australian Rock/Alternative Rock band Powderfinger performed their last concert.

Misfits - Project 1950 - expanded edition - CD cover promo

On November 13th, 2014 – The super-legendary MISFITS will be performing a concert, tonight at the House of Blues on Sunset Strip, in West Hollywood, California.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

LA KISS – Holding Tryouts For 2015 Team, On November 16th

Posted in classic rock, football, sports, sports news with tags , , , , , on November 12, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

LA KISS - Tryouts - November 16 - 2014 - promo flyer - AJ Cruz

LA KISS - November 2014 - Tryouts - Whittier College - promo flyer

As reported on the KISS Facebook page:

Do you have what it takes? LA KISS open tryouts early registration ends this Friday at 4pm! Sign up now for your chance at a spot on the 2015 LA KISS roster!

For more info: http://lakissfootball.com/tryouts/

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MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE KISS.

LONG LIVE LA KISS.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – November 12th – From “Creepshow” To Queen

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, horror, music news, Punk rock, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on November 12, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Queen - Somebody To Love - promo single sleeve pic - #1976FM

On November 12th, 1976Queen released Somebody to Love, the first single off of their fifth studio album: A Day at the Races. The song would reach #2 on the U.K. Singles Chart and #13 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart in America. Above photo: cover sleeve artwork for the 7″ single/45 rpm.

The Sex Pistols - Never Mind The Bollocks - promo cover pic - #1977SV

On this day in 1977 – With their debut album Never Mind the Bollocks, Here’s The Sex Pistols, The Sex Pistols reached #1 on the U.K. Albums Chart for the first and only time. As the only studio album ever released by this legendary band, its influence on Heavy Metal became evident in later years, with Motörhead and Anthrax covering God Save The Queen and Megadeth covering Anarchy In The UK.

Creepshow - promo movie poster - November - 12 - 1982 - #667SK

On November 12th, 1982 – The Horror/Dark Comedy film, Creepshow, was released in U.S. theaters. With a brilliant screenplay by Stephen King and legendary directing from George A. Romero, Creepshow has earned status as a timeless Horror classic, in my Metal opinion. Creepshow consists of five short stories; each a gem in their own right.

Creepshow featured some famously talented actors of the day: Hal HolbrookAdrienne Barbeau, Fritz Weaver, (the late) Leslie Nielsen, (the late) Carrie Nye, (the late) E. G. Marshall and of course, Ted Danson of Cheers fame. Stephen King is also the only actor, in one of the five short stories: The Lonesome Death of Jordy Verrill. Trust me, Stephen King puts on a grand performance, giving his Jordy Verrill character both a hilarious and somber persona. I highly recommend Creepshow to all who love Horror and Dark Comedy.

Man, I remember going to the theater to see this film with a cool Metal buddy named Jaime, back in 1982; our walk back home was at night, thus we were spooked pretty damn good! I just rented Creepshow a couple of weeks ago and watched it with my wife and daughter; it was their first time watching this movie and they were super-spooked by it all! Good times. Creepshow is… Metal!

Kiss - Kiss Rocks Vegas - #2014 - November - ES

On this day in KISSTORY – November 12th, 2014 – KISS Rocks Vegas Show #4 is tonight, at The Joint at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Metal be thy name!

Happy Birthday - promo banner - #2014BD

David Ellefson - Bass Magazine - promo cover - April - 2012 - #101

DAVID ELLEFSON

Born on November 12th, 1964 was David Ellefson. Happy Rockin’ Birthday, David! Hell-yeah and whoa! David Ellefson is the world-famous bassist and co-founding member for the legendary Megadeth. David Ellefson also played bass on the 2004 Soulfly album: Prophecy. David also released his autobiography, My Life With Deth, on October 29th, 2013.

David Ellefson - My Life With Deth - promo autobiography  book cover - 2014 - #101

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

KISS – Rock Icons To Perform At 88th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, holidays, Music, music news, news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on November 11, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

88th Annual Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade - promo banner - #2014KISS

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

Represented by Epic Rights, (the full-service global branding and merchandising company), the iconic KISS have been secured to perform at the 88th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade! This marks the first ever appearance of KISS at this historic and traditional holiday American event! Whoa! With a KISS medley and 600 cheerleaders from across the United States, leading the way, this event will be viewed by tens of millions of people; viewed from both the streets of Manhattan and around the U.S.! Whoa again!

The 88th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® returns to NBC on Thursday, November 27 (9:00 a.m. to noon in all time zones). Matt Lauer, Al Roker and Savannah Guthrie of NBC’s Today will anchor the broadcast. Executive Producer Brad Lachman, Producer Bill Bracken and Director Gary Halverson are the team leading this live holiday broadcast, behind the scenes.

2014 has been a milestone year for KISS, with the band celebrating their 40th Anniversary and induction into The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. KISS will be capping off their historic year when they hit their mark on Manhattan’s 34th street, at this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®. Metal be thy name!

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For more info on this NBC telecast:

http://www.nbc.com/macys-thanksgiving-day-parade

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE KISS.

LONG LIVE NBC.

HAVE A HAPPY THANKSGIVING, AMERICA!

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – November 11th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on November 11, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

KISS "Rock And Roll Over" large promo album pic!

On this day in KISSTORY – November 11th, 1976 – KISS released their fifth studio album: Rock And Roll Over. This legendary album features the memorable KISS classics: Hard Luck Woman, Calling Dr. Love, I Want You and Makin’ Love. The album cover artwork was created by the prominent artist Michael Doret.

Slade - My Baby Left Me But Thats Alright Mama - promo cover sleeve - #1977S

On November 11th, 1977 – As a tribute to Elvis PresleySlade’s Rock medley of Elvis Presley covers, My Baby Left Me/But That’s All Right Mama, peaks at #32 in the United Kingdom. This release was a 7″, single, 45 RPM.

Ernest Saves Christmas - promo movie poster - #1987JV

On this day in 1988 – The Christmas comedy film, Ernest Saves Christmas, was released to theaters. Jim Varney played the lovable super-nerd and film franchise star: Ernest P. Worrell. This film was directed by John R. Cherry III. Sadly, Jim Varney passed away at the young age of 50, in February of 2000. The Ernest character and Jim Varney were… Metal. Rest in peace, Jim Varney.

Metallica - Classic Band Logo - White on Black - #777493

On this day in 1997 – The mighty Metallica performed a free concert at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, November 11th, 1997, in the CoreStates complex parking lot, in South Philadelphia. In celebration of the release of their seventh studio album Reload, Metallica had promised a free concert to any major city with an available venue. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is… Metal.

Forest Of The Living Dead - promo DVD cover pic - #20141111

On November 11th, 2014 – Forest Of The Living Dead is released on DVD. This Horror flick stars Michael Madsen, Johnny Young and Aiden Bristow. The living dead are always… Metal.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

TNT – Long-Running Norwegian Heavy Metal Troupe Releases “30th Anniversary 1982-2012 Live In Concert With Trondheim Symphony Orchestra” Stateside Via Indie Recordings

Posted in classic rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on November 10, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

TNT - 30th Anniversary - 1982 - 2012 - Live album promo cover pic - #2014TH

Long-running Norwegian Heavy Metal troupe, TNT, is pleased to unleash their 30th Anniversary 1982-2012 Live In Concert With Trondheim Symphony Orchestra release, stateside via Indie Recordings.

This unique document of the band’s astounding three-decade career was captured on June 2nd, 2012 at the Clarion Hotel in Trondheim, Norway. The group performed a special set list while accompanied by the Trondheim Symphony Orchestra (Trondheim Symfoniorkester). The performance also includes special appearances by Hank Von Helvete (Turbonegro), Dee Snider (Twisted Sister), original TNT’s singer, Dag Ingebrigtsen, and vocalist Tony Harnell, who has since rejoined the group following the departure of Tony Mills. Throughout this amazing recording, one gets a taste of what has been, what is, and also what might be.

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30th Anniversary 1982-2012 Live In Concert With Trondheim Symphony Orchestra Track Listing: 

01. Fanfare For The Common Man.
02. Invisible Noise
03. Substitute
04. Refugee
05. As Far As The Eye Can See
06. Downhill Racer
07. Intuition
08. Northern Lights
09. Tekrø solo
10. Magica Lanterna
11. Sabre Dance
12. Harley Davidson
13. USA
14. Eddie
15. June
16. My Religion
17. Everyone’s A Star
18. 10.000 Lovers (In One)
19. Seven Seas

TNT’s 30th Anniversary 1982-2012 Live In Concert With Trondheim Symphony Orchestra is out on CD, DVD with an accompanying documentary and digitally in North America via Indie Recordings. For digital orders scroll to THIS LOCATION. For CD/DVD orders go HERE.

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(Source: Earsplit PR)

* For more info on TNT:

http://www.facebook.com/TNTtheband

http://www.tnttheband.com

Indie Recordings - logo - B&W - 2013

http://www.indierecordings.no

http://www.merchnow.com/catalogs/indie-recordings 

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LONG LIVE TNT.

LONG LIVE METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – November 10th…

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

Riot - Rock City - promo album cover pic - #1977RS

On November 10th, 1977 – New York City’s RIOT releases their debut studio album: Rock City.

Billy Idol - Rebel Yell - promo cover pic - #1983BI

On this day in 1983Billy Idol released his second solo studio album, Rebel Yell.  This album went on to reach number six on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart,  selling two million (plus) copies in the United States. With a host of other musicians appearing on Rebel YellSteve Stevens played guitar, keyboards and bass on this album.

Triumph - Thunder Seven - album cover promo pic - #1984RE #198

On November 10th, 1984 – Canada’s Triumph released their seventh studio album: Thunder Seven. This album was released via MCA and would eventually be certified Gold in the U.S., by the RIAA. This album features the FM radio favorites: Follow Your Heart, Spellbound and Killing Time.

Sepultura - Morbid Visions - promo cover pic - #1986SM

On this day in 1986 – Brazil’s Sepultura released their debut studio album: Morbid Visions. The original Sepultura band lineup was: Max Cavalera (vocals & rhythm guitar), Igor Cavalera (drums, percussion), Paulo Jr. (bass guitar) and Jairo Guedez (lead guitar).

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On November 10th, 1992 – Brooklyn’s legendary Biohazard releases their second studio album: Urban Discipline via Roadrunner Records.

Happy Birthday - promo banner - #2014BD

DJ Ashba - Ashba Swag - promo flyer - #2014DJ

DJ Ashba - Gibson - Signature Les Paul - promo flyer - August 11 - 2014

DJ ASHBA

On November 10th, 1972, DJ Ashba was born. Happy Rockin’ Birthday, DJ! Whoa and hell yeah! DJ Ashba is a world-renowned guitarist for both SIXX:A.M. and Guns N’ Roses. DJ Ashba is also highly regarded as a grammy nominated and platinum recording artist, along with being the CEO of Ashba Media.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

KISS – To Headline Massive European Festivals In 2015!

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

Kiss - Metal Festivals - 2015 - promo flyer - #1110

As reported on the KISS Facebook page:

We are excited to announce that KISS, along with Muse and Metallica, will be headlining the following German and Austrian Music Festivals:

May, 29-31 – Nürburg, Germany at Der Ring – Grüne Hölle Rock

May, 29-31 – Munich, Germany at Rockavaria Festival

June, 4-6 – Vienna, Austria at Rock in Vienna.

Meet & Greet VIP packages coming your way soon for 3 festivals this Spring ONLY at bit.ly/KISSfestivals. Information coming soon!

Visit www.Ticketmaster.at for tickets for the Vienna Festival.

Visit www.Ticketmaster.de for tickets for the German Festivals.

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* For more info on KISS:

Website: http://www.kissonline.com

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE KISS.

LONG LIVE ROCK ‘N ROLL.

Stone.

KING DIAMOND “Dreams Of Horror” – Releases November 10th, Via Metal Blade Records

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

King Diamond - Dreams Of Horror - promo cover pic - 2014 - #AL77711

As reported on the King Diamond Facebook page:

A 2xCD collection of King Diamond songs, newly enhanced into ultimate editions by King Diamond and Andy LaRocque themselves, will be released by Metal Blade Records on November 11th.

King Diamond’s Dreams of Horror is the only “best of” album covering the band’s entire career. King Diamond and Andy LaRocque meticulously mastered and enhanced these 23 songs into the ultimate editions, chosen by the band from both the Roadrunner and Metal Blade catalogs.

“Dreams of Horror” will be available on November 10th. Listen to “The Puppet Master” from disc 2 of “Dreams of Horror” and pre-order a copy now at: http://goo.gl/MB4L1c

KING DIAMOND Dreams Of Horror – Track Listing:

DISC 1 – ROADRUNNER

  1. The Candle
  2. Dressed in White
  3. The Family Ghost
  4. Black Horsemen
  5. Welcome Home
  6. The Invisible Guests
  7. At the Graves
  8. Sleepless Nights
  9. Let It Be Done
  10. Eye of the Witch
  11. Insanity

DISC 2 – METAL BLADE

  1. Dreams
  2. The Spider’s Lullabye
  3. Waiting
  4. Heads on the Wall
  5. Voodoo
  6. Black Devil
  7. Help!!!
  8. Spirits
  9. The Puppet Master
  10. Blue Eyes
  11. Never Ending Hill
  12. Shapes of Black

King Diamond - The Puppet Master - promo vinyl album pic - 2014 - #1109

In other news, King Diamond vinyl has been made available throughout 2014. Currently, vinyl versions of Them, Abigail, The Eye, Fatal Portrait, and The Puppet Master are available now on the Metal Blade webshop. Conspiracy and In Concert will be coming this January! Copies of the vinyl are available now at: http://goo.gl/n6biQA

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* For more info on KING DIAMOND:

Facebook: King Diamond

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LONG LIVE KING DIAMOND.

LONG LIVE METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – November 9th…

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

Cream - White Room - promo 45 rpm - sleeve - #1968C

On November 9th, 1968 – Cream peaked at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with their hit White Room. This was Cream’s second and final top ten single in the United States. This iconic song originally was featured on Cream’s 1968 double album: Wheels Of Fire.

Bachman Turner Overdrive - You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet - Free Wheelin' - 45 rpm - promo sleeve - #1974

On this day in 1974 – Bachman-Turner Overdrive hits #1 with their single You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet. The B-side to this single was Free Wheelin. You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet is featured on BTO’s third studio album: Not Fragile. Long live Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada!

Jethro Tull "Warchild" large promo album pic!

On November 9th, 1974 – Jethro Tull hits #2 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart in the United States with their seventh studio album: War Child.

Iron Maiden - The Soundhouse Tapes - Debut EP - promo cover pic - #1979PD

Iron Maiden - The Soundhouse Tapes - Debut EP - back cover promo pic - #1979PD

On this day in 1979 – Iron Maiden releases their debut EP: The Soundhouse Tapes via Rock Hard Records. The three demo songs offered on this historic recording are: Side A: Iron Maiden and Side B: Invasion and Prowler. Of course, the lead vocalist on this EP is Paul Di’Anno. Yes, this is an Iron Maiden collector’s item.

Helix "Long Way To Heaven" x-large album pic!!!

On November 9th, 1985 – Long Way To Heaven, the fifth studio album from the Canadian Heavy Metal Band, Helix, is released. This Helix album features the hits: Deep Cuts The Knife and The Kids Are All Shakin’.

Van Halen - Best Of Volume I - promo cover pic - #1996SH

On this day in 1996 – Van Halen’s first compilation album, Best of Volume I, becomes their fifth album to reach the top of the Billboard 200 Album Chart. This album spends one week at number one. Best Of Volume I goes on to sell three million copies in the United States.

Best Of Volume I features the song Humans Being, with Sammy Hagar on vocals, from the Twister movie soundtrack. The two newly recorded songs, Can’t Get This Stuff No More and Me Wise Magic, appear at the end of this album and features original lead vocalist David Lee Roth.

Happy Birthday - promo banner - #2014BD

Chris Jericho - Pro Wrestling Illustrated - promo magazine cover - January 2000

Chris Jericho - Rebel Ink - magazine cover promo - November 2014 - #wh77

CHRIS JERICHO

On November 9th, 1970, Chris Jericho was born. Happy Birthday, Chris! Whoa, yeah! Chris Jericho is currently signed to the WWE and has won more WWF/WWE championship belts than even I can keep track of. An undisputed world heavyweight champion, best-selling author, actor, media personality, musician and vocalist is Chris Jericho. (Phew).

Above top photos: Chris Jericho cover feature -January 2000 issue of Pro Wrestling Illustrated and Chris Jericho cover feature – November 2014 issue of Rebel Ink.

Fozzy - promo band pic - #777CJ - 2014 - November 3rd

Oh, one more important thing: Chris Jericho is also the lead vocalist for the Heavy Metal warriors known as FOZZY and their new CD (sixth overall) was released on July 22nd of this year. See CD cover below and band photo above.

Fozzy - Do You Wanna Start A War - promo cover pic - #2014CJ

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS  & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – November 8th…

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

Rush - all the worlds a stage - promo album cover pic - #1976GL

On November 8th, 1976 – Rush’s double live album All the World’s a Stage, reaches #40 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart in the United States.

ACDC - you shook me all night long - promo 45 single sleeve pic - #1980AY

On this day in 1980 -AC/DC hits #35 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with their hit You Shook Me All Night Long. This song is featured on their multi-million selling studio album Back In Black, released in 1980.

Boston - Amanda - 45rpm - single promo sleeve pic - #1986TS

On November 8th, 1986 – Boston hits #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with their hit power ballad Amanda. This song is featured on Boston’s multi-million selling and third studio album: Third Stage.

Triumph - The Sport Of Kings - promo cover pic - #1986RE

On this day in 1986 – Triumph hits #27 on the Billboard Hot 100 with their hit Somebody’s Out There. This song is featured on the eighth studio album from Triumph, The Sport Of Kings, released in 1986.

Iron Maiden - Maiden England - #1989 - promo video cover pic

On November 8th, 1989 – The mighty Iron Maiden released their live video (VHS) Maiden England. This classic live video of Iron Maiden was recorded in 1988, during their Seventh Tour Of A Seventh Tour. Of course, that historic tour had Iron Maiden promoting their Seventh Son Of A Seventh Son studio album.

ACDC - Black Ice - yellow version - promo cover pic - #2008AY

On this day in 2008 – AC/DC reached #1 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart for the first time in 27 years with Black Ice. This album began a two-week stay at number one. The cover art/design for Black Ice was created and drawn by Joshua Marc Levy.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

SOUNDGARDEN – “Echo Of Miles: Scattered Tracks Across The Path” Releases November 24th, Via UMe

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on November 7, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Soundgarden - Echo Of Miles - Scattered Tracks Across The Path - promo CD package pic - 2014

Includes Seven Unreleased Tracks

Recognized as one of the world’s most influential bands in Rock music, Grammy-winning multi-platinum selling band Soundgarden started a musical transformation that inspired a generation in its record-breaking career, leaving an indelible mark by helping redefine Alternative and Hard Rock. Hard on the heels of the 20th anniversary deluxe re-release of its chart-topping, five-times-platinum 1994 album, Superunknown, earlier this year, Soundgarden’s latest release is a 3-CD rarities collection, Echo Of Miles: Scattered Tracks Across The Path.

Among the seven unreleased tracks is a brand-new recording, “Storm,” recorded in May with producer Jack Endino in Seattle. The new collection was curated and hand-selected by guitarist Kim Thayil. Echo Of Miles: Scattered Tracks Across The Path is the first time an official Soundgarden release has included more than 26 years of rarities that have appeared as B-sides, album bonus tracks, EPs, soundtracks, compilations and live recordings, a must for any fan of the band. The package features three separate thematic discs in a clear plastic slipcase with three separate mini-jackets, each sporting its own unique art, a booklet and inserts, allowing fans to mix and match, personalizing their own album graphic layout.

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Source:

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* For more info on SOUNDGARDEN:

Facebook: Soundgarden

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE SOUNDGARDEN.

LONG LIVE ROCK ‘N ROLL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – November 7th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on November 7, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Ozzy Osbourne - Diary Of A Madman - promo cover pic - #777OO

1981 – The super legendary Ozzy Osbourne hits #14 in the UK with his second solo studio album Diary of a Madman. Sadly, this is the last studio album to feature the amazing Randy Rhoads, due to his passing in March of 1982 at the very young age of 25. Although not credited, bassist Bob Daisley and drummer Lee Kerslake were the true rhythm section that played on this entire album’s original release.

Guns N Roses - Classic Logo - #551966GNR

1991 – Rhythm guitarist Izzy Stradlin quit Guns N’ Roses and was replaced by guitarist Gilby Clarke. Izzy Stradlin was a co-founder of Guns N’ Roses and continued onward with a successful solo recording career, amassing eleven studio albums to date.

Queen - Made In Heaven - promo album cover pic - 1995 - small

1995 – Made in Heaven, the fifteenth and last studio album of original material from Queen, featuring the iconic vocalist Freddie Mercury, releases four years after his passing away. Made In Heaven reached #1 on the UK albums chart and peaked at #58 on the U.S. Billboard 200 Albums Chart.

Pearl Jam - Vitalogy - promo CD cover pic - #1995PJ

1995 – Pearl Jam ended their tour in support of their third studio album Vitalogy, in the second of a two night sold out performance at the San Diego Sports Arena. The legendary Ramones opened both concerts.

Black Sabbath - Reunion - promo album cover pic - #1995BSBW

1998 – Black Sabbath entered the Billboard 200 Album Chart at #11 with their live double album Reunion. This album was recorded during two concerts at the National Exhibition Centre Arena, in their hometown of Birmingham, UK. Reunion went on to become certified Platinum, by the RIAA, in the United States. All four original members of Black Sabbath had reunited: vocalist Ozzy Osbourne, guitarist Tony Iommi, bassist Geezer Butler and drummer Bill Ward.

Def Leppard - Classic Band Logo - 2013

2008 – The performance of Def Leppard & Taylor Swift together on CMT Crossroads premiered. This episode showed these artists performing four of Taylor Swift’s songs and four Def Leppard classics. Metal be thy name.

Happy Birthday - promo banner - #2014BD

KISS - Tommy Thayer - Guitar magazine cover promo - #44777

TOMMY THAYER

On November 7th, 1960, Tommy Thayer was born in Portland, Oregon. Happy Birthday, Tommy! Tommy Thayer is famously known as a former guitarist for Black N’ Blue and current/longtime guitarist/songwriter for the legendary KISS. As a former co-founding member of Black ‘N Blue, he also co-wrote their songs. Above photo is the Tommy Thayer cover feature for the German issue of Guitar Magazine (May 15, 2008).

Rob Caggiano - Anthrax - Big Four - Revolver Trading Card - 2011

ROB CAGGIANO

On November 7th, 1976, Rob Caggiano was born, in the Bronx, New York. Happy Birthday, Rob! Hell yeah! Rob is a musician and producer, famously known as a former guitarist for Anthrax and current guitarist for Volbeat. Rob was also a member of the Hard Rock supergroup: The Damned Things. Above photo is a Big Four trading card inserted inside a newsstand edition of Revolver magazine, from September/October 2011.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

LIVE BURIAL – S/T EP Of Barbarous Deathly Doom Metal Is: Stone’s METAL Pick Of The Day!

Posted in Death Metal, death metal bands, Metal, metal music, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , on November 6, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

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5 Out Of 5 METAL Fists!

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LIVE BURIAL – The self-titled EP from Live Burial has made me proclaim it as: over  22 minutes of savage and doom ridden Death Metal, that can easily rip and tear your Metal soul apart. This is some of the most enjoyable Metal I’ve listened to in 2014; Live Burial is Death Metal with hefty doom influence that’s 100% underground and the real deal. Originating from Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK, this is a Death Metal band I’m more than elated to welcome across the Atlantic.

Jamie Brown offers up some disgustingly violent vocals and growls and the entire band plays some solid Death Metal, across 4 scathing songs, to my ears. Excellent! Live Burial prove they can play at eye-popping breakneck speed or slow it down to an evil Doom death march for the gathering of innocent mortal’s souls. The guitars without a doubt have some Tony Iommi influence snuck in there, with the rhythm section playing at a constant resounding capacity. Live Burial is an EP I won’t be forgetting about for quite some time, both nefarious and old school. Metal be thy name. – Stone

Crank Up, Support And Download LIVE BURIAL, Below! Whoa!

LIVE BURIAL – Track Listing:

1. Cast Back Into The Fire

2. Live Burial

3. Separation Through Evisceration

4. Begging For Cremation

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Jamie Brown – Vocals

Richard Codling – Guitars/Vocals

Rob Hindmarsh – Guitars

Lee Anderson – Bass

Matthew Henderson – Drums

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* Live Burial Artwork by James Watts
* Live Burial Logo by Holly Scott

* For more info on LIVE BURIAL:

Facebook: Live Burial

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LONG LIVE LIVE BURIAL.

LONG LIVE METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – November 6th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , on November 6, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

The Sweet - Funny How Sweet Co-Co Can Be - promo album cover pic - 1971BC

On November 6th, 1971 – Sweet releases their debut album, Funny How Sweet Co-Co Can Be. The original band lineup was: Brian Connolly on lead vocals, Andy Scott on guitar/vocals, Steve Priest on bass/vocals and Mick Tucker on drums/vocals.

Deep Purple - Machine Head - promo cover pic #1972IG

On this day in 1972 – Deep Purple, at the time named the loudest band by The Guinness Book of World Records, receives a gold album for (their sixth studio album) Machine Head.

Blue Oyster Cult - dont fear the reaper - 45 rpm - promo pic - #1976BOC

On November 6th, 1976 – Blue Öyster Cult hits #12 on the Billboard Hot 100 with their single (Don’t Fear) the Reaper. This hit is featured on their fourth studio album, released in 1976: Agents Of Fortune.

Heart - Magic Man - 45rpm - promo cover sleeve - 1976ANW

On this day in 1976 – Seattle Washington’s very own Heart hits #9 on the Billboard Hot 100 with their hit Magic Man. This song is featured on the 1976 debut studio album from Heart: Dreamboat Annie. Heart was inducted into The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in 2013.

Kiss - rocks vegas - November - 2014 - logo - #11-5

On this day in KISSTORY – November 6th, 2014 – KISS will be performing for the second time at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada, as part of their November residency.

Happy Birthday - promo banner - #2014BD

Paul Gilbert - Vibrato - promo cover pic - #2012PG

Paul Gilbert - Guitar DVD - Shred Alert - Mr. Big

PAUL GILBERT

On November 6th, 1966, Paul Gilbert was born. Happy Birthday, Paul! Man, whoa! Paul Gilbert is famously known as a cofounding member and guitarist of Mr. Big. Paul was also a co-founder and guitarist for Racer X. Paul also boasts a vast and successful catalog of solo albums. Paul’s thirteenth solo studio album, Stone Pushing Uphill Man, was released on August 5th, 2014, via Shrapnel Records.

Above photos: Paul Gilbert Vibrato solo album from 2012 and Guitar DVD Paul Gilbert Presents Shred Alert!!!

Living Colour - Ship Rocked Cruise - February 2015 - promo flyer

Living Colour - Yahoo! Live - October - promo flyer - 2014

Corey Glover - Hymns - solo album cover pic - 1998

COREY GLOVER

On November 6th, 1964, Corey Glover was born in Brooklyn, New York. Happy Birthday, Corey! Who, yeah! Corey Glover is most famously known as the lead vocalist and co-songwriter for Living Colour. Corey also has had a successful solo calling, releasing 1998’s Hymns via LaFace Records. (see above pic).

Corey is also an actor; he portrayed Private Francis in the 1986 Oliver Stone film classic: Platoon.

Above photos: Top is the promo flyer for the 2015 Shiprocked Cruise, taking place this coming February 2nd to 5th. Living Colour Yahoo! Live promo flyer from October 1st of 2014.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

TWINGIANT – Reveal New Track

Posted in Metal, metal music, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , on November 6, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

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“Daisy Cutter” Now Streaming At The Sludgelord

Phoenix-based Sludge/Stoner Metal band TWINGIANT have teamed up with The Sludgelord to premiere their new track “Daisy Cutter”.

“Daisy Cutter” can be heard exclusively at The Sludgelord here:

http://thesludgelord.blogspot.com/2014/11/the-sludgelord-presents-twingiant-daisy.html

Taken from their new album Devil Down, “Daisy Cutter” showcases why the band has been generating a considerable buzz since their recent appearance at Southwest Terror Fest.

 Devil Down is due to be released on December 2, 2014.

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TWINGIANT ONLINE:



Facebook

Twitter

Bandcamp

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LONG LIVE TWINGIANT.

LONG LIVE METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – November 5th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on November 5, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Led Zeppelin - Immigrant Song - promo single sleeve - 45rpm - #1970JP

On November 5th, 1970Led Zeppelin released their single Immigrant Song. This iconic song would later reach #16 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. Immigrant Song is featured on the band’s third studio album, 1970’s Led Zeppelin III.

Def Leppard "Pyromania" large promo album pic! #2

On this day in 1983Def Leppard hits #28 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with Foolin’. This hit is featured on the third studio album from Def Leppard: Pyromania. This album was released in 1983 and has since sold over ten million copies, earning Diamond certification from the RIAA.

Van Halen - Balance - 1995 - Sammy Hagar - #48

On November 5th, 1995Van Halen ended their tour in support of their tenth studio album, Balance, at the Blaisdell Arena in Honolulu, Hawaii. This would be the last Van Halen concert with the dynamic Sammy Hagar, until their reunion tour in 2004.

Van Halen - III - promo album cover pic - #GC3

On this day in 1999 – It was announced that Gary Cherone was no longer the singer for Van Halen, after recording just one album with the band: 1998’s Van Halen III.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

Scorpions – Audio Fidelity Records To Release Scorpions “Blackout” On Limited Edition Numbered Hybrid SACD

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , , on November 4, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Scorpions - Blackout - Audio Fidelity - Hybrid SACD - promo cover pic - 2014

Camarillo, CA – Rock fans worldwide rejoice! Marshall Blonstein’s Audio Fidelity is releasing rock legends Scorpions most successful album “Blackout” on limited edition numbered hybrid SACD! “Blackout”, their eighth studio album, is Scorpions at their peak… it is the band’s 1982 break-through album that made them global superstars. Every song is a gem and this album contains a splendid balance of pop/rock, power ballads and catchy hard rock. Scorpions dish-out fist-poundin’ anthems like the top ten hit “No One Like You” then turn around and offer the soul-stirring ballad “When the Smoke is Going Down”.

Klaus Meine is a singer who knows how to wring the last ounce of impact from each song.The band sounds great as highlighted by the fast-paced performances of guitarists Rudolf Schenker and Matthias Jabs. Herman Rarebell and Francis Buchholz add a tight and powerful drum and bass bottom.”Blackout” is the band’s most solid and rockin’ album. Dieter Dierks production is immaculate. A self-portrait of artist Gottfried Helnwein is featured on the cover of the album.

” ‘Blackout’ just flat-out kicks butt and is one of the most highly anticipated releases in our history.” – Marshall Blonstein, Audio Fidelity President

Tracks:

  1. Blackout
  2. Can’t Live Without You
  3. No One Like You
  4. You Give Me All I Need
  5. Now!
  6. Dynamite
  7. Arizona
  8. China White
  9. When The Smoke Is Going Down

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Production:

Dieter Dierks – producer, engineer

Mastered by Kevin Gray at Cohearent Audio

For more information: http://www.audiofidelity.net/content/scorpions-blackout

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Source: Glass Onyon PR

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LONG LIVE SCORPIONS.

LONG LIVE METAL.

Stone.

PINK VELVET KRUSH – Issue Album Release Details

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , on November 4, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Pink Velvet Krush - fsoa - promo cover pic - 2014 - #0412

F.S.O.A. (Fifty Shades of Anything) the new E.P. by Long Island rockers PINK VELVET KRUSH is set for release later this month on November 25th. The project was recorded last month at Red V Studios in New York with producer Vic Rivera (Adrian Gale, Poley/Rivera). Rivera also engineered, mixed and contributed backing vocals on the project. Bill Leverty (Firehouse) will handle the mastering at Leverty Sound in Virginia.

 F.S.O.A. contains five tracks of which the track F.S.O.A. was released as an advanced single last month. The track can be heard at this location.

F.S.O.A. contains five tracks of which the track F.S.O.A. was released as an advanced single last month. The track can be heard at this location.

Track listing:

  1. Nothin’ to Lose
  2. F.S.O.A. (Fifty Shades of Anything)
  3. Take My Life
  4. Obsession
  5. These Chains

PINK VELVET KRUSH will be out this month in support of F.S.O.A. at the dates below:

11/11     Ichabod’s – Effingham, IL

11/12     Treehouse Lounge – Bloomington, IL

11/13     Boondocks – Springfield, IL

11/14     The Backstage – Covington, KY

11/15     Rock N’ Skull – Pekin, IL

11/16     Rock N’ Skull – Pekin, IL

11/21     O’Sheckys LIVE – Columbus, OH

11/22     Courtyard Lounge – Englewood, OH

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Source:

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Website: http://www.highvolmusic.com

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For more information visit: www.pvkrush.com

LONG LIVE PINK VELVET KRUSH.

LONG LIVE HARD ROCK.

Stone.