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On This Day In METAL History – June 9th… From NIGHT RANGER To LAMB OF GOD

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Music, rock music with tags , , , , on June 9, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Texxas Jam 2 - June 9 - 1979 - Ticket - Van Halen - Boston - Heart - #0979MOSR

On June 9th, 1979 – The second annual Texxas Jam (Texas World Music Festival ’79) took place at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, Texas. The impressive Hard Rockin’ bill included these legendary bands: Van Halen, Boston, Nazareth, Heart, TKOBlue Oyster Cult and Sammy Hagar.

Night Ranger - Sister Christian - promo 45rpm cover sleeve - 1984 - #10NRMOSR

On June 9th, 1984Night Ranger peaked at #5 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with their hit power ballad: Sister Christian. This song was Night Ranger’s first top ten single in the United States. This song is featured on the second studio album from Night Ranger: Midnight Madness. Long live Night Ranger!

Gorgoroth - Instinctus Bestialis - promo album cover pic - #0609MOSR

On June 9th, 2015 – The mighty GORGOROTH have their newly released and ninth studio album, Instinctus Bestialis, ranked at #20, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Whoa, man!

Lamb Of God - VII - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #0608LOGMORB

On June 9th, 2015 – The forthcoming studio album from Lamb Of God, V11: Sturm Und Drang (deluxe edition) is now ranked at #1, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Yeah! This album will be released on July 24th, 2015. Long live Lamb Of God!

Lamb Of God - Sacrament - promo album cover pic - 2006 - #0806LOGMOSH

On June 9th, 2015 – The Lamb Of God studio album, Sacrament, is ranked at #21, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. This album was released back in the late Summer of 2006. Holy moly, guacamole!

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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 – June 8th… From EXTREME To LAMB OF GOD

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, rock music with tags , , , on June 8, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Extreme - More Than Words - promo 45rpm - cover sleeve - #1999EGCNBMOY

On June 8th, 1991Extreme has their hit ballad, More Than Words, ranked at #1, on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. Whoa! This song is featured on the second studio album from Extreme, released in 1990: Extreme II: Pornograffitti. Long live Extreme!

Metallica - Until It Sleeps - promo CD cover pic - #0699MOM

On June 8th, 1996Metallica reached the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart for the first and only time with their hit single: Until It Sleeps. This song peaked at number ten. Until It Sleeps is featured on Metallica’s sixth studio album, released in 1996: Load.

Led Zeppelin - How The West Was Won - promo album cover pic - 2003 - #0106JPMOY

On June 8th, 2003 – The magnificent Led Zeppelin reached the top of the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart for the first time in twenty-four years, with their triple live album: How The West Was Won. This album features live performances from their 1972 United States tour. How The West Was Won spent just one week on top of this album chart.

Lamb Of God - VII - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #0608LOGMORB

Above & below: front cover & back cover for LOG VII: Sturm Und Drang

Lamb Of God - VII - back cover promo pic - 2015 - #0608LOGRBMO

On June 8th, 2015 – The new studio album from the legendary Lamb Of God, titled VII: Sturm Und Drang, is ranked at #2 on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. This album will be released worldwide, on July 24th, 2015. Long live Lamb Of God!

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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 – June 7th… From THE WHO To CRADLE OF FILTH

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Music, rock music with tags , , , , on June 7, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

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On June 7th, 1969 – The Who’s Tommy, a double-album Rock Opera, debuts on the U.S. albums charts. Long live The Who!

Led Zeppelin - Montreal Forum - promo flyer - 1972 - #0607MORPJP

On June 7th, 1972 – The sensational Led Zeppelin performed at the Montreal Forum, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Whoa, boy!

Slaughter To Prevail - Chapters Of Miserty - promo EP cover pic - 2015 - #06MOS

On June 7th, 2015Slaughter To Prevail have their newly released EP, Chapters Of Misery, ranked at #52, on the (U.S.) iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Hell and yeah!

Cradle Of Filth - Hammer Of The Witches - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #0607COFDFMO

On June 7th, 2015 – The forthcoming studio album from Cradle Of Filth, Hammer Of The Witches, is ranked at #86, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. This album will be released worldwide on July 10th, 2015. Holy moly!

Birthday balloons - nighttime - clip-art!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, TOM JONES!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DAVE NAVARRO!

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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 – June 6th… From IRON MAIDEN To STEVE VAI

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, rock music with tags , , , , on June 6, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Bon Jovi - Wanted Dead Or Alive - promo CD single - cover photo - 1987 - #330606MO

On June 6th, 1987Bon Jovi’s hit single Wanted Dead Or Alive is ranked at #7, on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart.

Iron Maiden - Brave New World tour - promo flyer - June 6 - 2000

On June 6th, 2000 – The phenomenal IRON MAIDEN perform in Banská Bystrica, Slovakia; one of many dates on The Brave New World Tour. Long live IRON MAIDEN!

Guns N Roses - Classic Logo - #551966GNR

On June 6th, 1992Guns N’ Roses’ performed a concert at Paris’ Hippodrome de Vincennes. This Rock historic concert featured guest appearances from Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler and Joe Perry, Jeff Beck, Lenny Kravitz and Soundgarden. This concert was aired live on pay-per-view in North America. Holy moly and miraculous macaroni!

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

On June 6th, 2015 – KISS brings their 40th Anniversary Tour to the massive Rock In Vienna Festival tonight! Yes, KISS are the headliner. Whoa!

Happy Birthday - promo banner - #2014BD

Steve Vai - Classic Rock - promo cover pic - June 25 - 2012 - #06MO

STEVE VAI

On June 6th, 1960, Steve Vai was born in New York. Happy Birthday, Stev Vai! Whoa and hell yeah! Steve Vai is a world-class guitarist and incredibly successful solo artist. Steve Vai has performed and/or recorded with the following bands: Whitesnake, David Lee Roth, Alcatrazz, 777, The Classified, The Out Band, Frank Zappa, Morning Thunder and Axis.

If you are unfamiliar with Steve Vai, please familiarize yourself with his music. This is a tried and true guitarist that has mastered his own signature sound that is unlike any other. I feel blessed to have seen Steve Vai perform live; he is just a remarkable guitarist. Metal be thy name. – Stone

Above photo: Steve Vai cover feature for Classic Rock magazine, August 2012, issue #174.

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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 – June 5th… From KISS To NICKO MCBRAIN

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, rock music with tags , , , on June 5, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Heart - Crazy On You - promo 45rpm cover sleeve photo - 1976 - #0605NAWMOS

On June 5th, 1976 – Heart had their hit single, Crazy On You, ranked at #35, on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. This song is featured on Heart’s debut studio album from 1976: Dreamboat Annie. Long live Heart!

Aerosmith - Livin' On The Edge - promo picture disc photo - 1993 - #06ASTMOS

On June 5th, 1992Aerosmith had their hit single, Livin’ On The Edge, ranked at #18, on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. Holy wow! This song is featured on Aerosmith’s eleventh studio album from 1993: Get A Grip. Shown above is the limited and numbered picture disc for this song.

Iron Maiden - Fear Of The Dark - promo album cover pic - #1992IMBDMOS

On June 5th, 1992 – The fabulous IRON MAIDEN kicked off their tour in support of their ninth studio album: Fear of the Dark. This tour began in Reykjavik, Iceland at this venue: Laugardalshöll. Whoa, man! IRON MAIDEN forever!

Kiss - Alive III - promo album cover pic - #1992PSGSMO3

On June 5th, 1993 – The iconic KISS debuted at #9 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart, with their third live album: Alive III. This album was recorded from concerts held in Cleveland, Ohio, Detroit, Michigan and Indianapolis, Indiana. Alive III earned the status of certified Gold, the following year. Long live KISS!

Happy Birthday - promo banner - #2014BD

Nicko Mcbrain - paiste cymbals promo ad - #33NMIMMOS

NICKO MCBRAIN

On June 5th, 1952, Nicko McBrain was born in England! Happy Birthday, Nicko McBrain! Hell and yeah! Nicko McBrain is famously known as being the long-time drummer for the super legendary IRON MAIDEN. Nicko McBrain is also a former drummer for Pat Travers.

Shown above: Nicko McBrain endorsement for Paiste Alpha Boomer China Cymbals. “Paiste Alpha Boomer China cymbals were created by Paiste, to honor Nicko’s long standing loyalty and dedication to the Paiste cymbal company.” – Source: ADC Drums, Liverpool, UK.

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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 – June 4th… From SWEET To NEKROGOBLIKON

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, rock music with tags , , , on June 4, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Sweet - Off The Record - promo album cover pic - 1977 - #77SMO151

On June 4th, 1977 – The legendary Sweet hits #151 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart, in the United States, with their fifth studio album: Off the Record. Man, that is some fine album artwork! Plus, album covers weren’t created with the help of computer design programs back then either; that is all done by hand with the use of an air brush! Old school! Long live the legacy of SWEET!

Scorpions - Savage Amusement - promo album cover pic - 1988 - #060488SKMMOS

On June 4th, 1988 – The mighty SCORPIONS had their tenth studio album, Savage Amusement, ranked at #5 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart. This would be the last top ten album for the SCORPIONS. I love this SCORPIONS album!

My favorite songs on Savage Amusement are: Don’t Stop At The Top and Rhythm Of Love. It doesn’t matter if the SCORPIONS no longer hit the top ten in album sales; this incredible band still kicks absolute and ultra potent Metal ass to this very day! Metal Be Thy Name!

Pauly Shore - Totally Pauly - MTV show promo pic - 1990 - #060490

On June 4th, 1990MTV debuts Totally Pauly, a comedy video show starring comedian Pauly Shore. Holy moly!

Nekrogoblikon - Heavy Meta - promo album cover pic - 2015

On June 4th, 2015 – The new studio album from Nekrogoblikon, Heavy Meta, is ranked at #16, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. I highly recommend this album; this is Goblin Metal that I cannot get enough of! Whoa and hell yes!

KISS - promo band pic - 2015 - #060415GSMOS

On June 4th, 2015 – The iconic KISS are to perform at Arena Leipzig, in Leipzig, Germany. Whoa, man! Lucky Leipzig.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

Lynyrd Skynyrd To Release 2 CD/DVD Live Set “One More For The Fans” On July 24th, Feat. Star-Studded Guests – Concert To Air On AXS TV July 19

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Music, rock music, southern rock with tags , , , , , on June 3, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Lynyrd Skynyrd - One More For The Fans - promo cover pic - 2015 - #99033

From Loud & Proud Records:

On one special night last November, an extraordinary collection of artists came together at the historic Fox Theatre in Atlanta, GA to perform and celebrate the songs of Lynyrd Skynyrdone of the most influential bands of our time.  This unique concert event centered around performances by Lynyrd Skynyrd, including a special rendition of “Travelin’ Man” with Johnny Van Zant singing along with an archival video of his late brother, Ronnie performing, as well as a rousing rendition of “Sweet Home Alabama” with Skynyrd inviting the entire star-studded line-up up on stage to perform alongside them.

The show will be available July 24, 2015 as a two CD/DVD set titled Lynyrd Skynyrd – One More For The Fans on Loud & Proud Records in partnership with Blackbird Presents.  The band will also be hitting the road this spring and summer (tour dates below) and will return to the CMT Crossroads stage for a taping with Brantley Gilbert.

One More For The Fans features performances by Lynyrd Skynyrd as well as music legends and young talent, culled from multiple genres including Classic Rock, Country and Americana with Trace Adkins, Alabama, Gregg Allman, Blackberry Smoke, Cheap Trick, Charlie Daniels, Peter Frampton, Gov’t Mule, Warren Haynes, John Hiatt, Randy Houser, Jason Isbell, Jamey Johnson, Aaron Lewis, moe., O.A.R., Robert Randolph and Donnie Van Zant all coming together to perform songs from Lynyrd Skynyrd’s extensive catalog of music.  

Lynyrd Skynyrd - One More For The Fans - promo cover pic - 2015 - #99033

“Hearing all of these incredible musicians sing our songs was unforgettable,” says Gary Rossington. “It was a really special night and I’m so happy our fans will now get to enjoy the show at home.”

As part of the campaign to save the Fox Theatre from demolition, Lynyrd Skynyrd recorded their 1976 live album, One More From The Road, at the landmark theatre. The title Lynyrd Skynyrd – One More For The Fans! was inspired by that legendary album’s title.

Joining in the celebration of the legendary band is AXS TV as it serves as the official broadcaster of Lynyrd Skynyrd – One More For The FansAXS TV will premiere the concert event on Sunday, July 19 at 8:00pm EST / 5:00pm PST, allowing fans nationwide to enjoy these remarkable performances.

With a catalog of over 60 albums and sales beyond 30 million worldwide, Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Lynyrd Skynyrd remains a cultural icon that appeals to multiple generations. Lynyrd Skynyrd continues to build on the legacy that began over 40 years ago in Jacksonville, Florida.  Led by core members Gary Rossington (guitar)Johnny Van Zant (vocals) and Rickey Medlocke (guitar), along with longtime drummer Michael Cartellone, the band also includes Mark “Sparky” Matejka (guitar), Johnny Colt (bass)Peter Keys (keyboards) and The Honkettes featuring Dale Krantz Rossington and Carol Chase on background vocals.

Track List:

Whiskey Rock A Roller – performed by Randy Houser
You Got That Right – performed by Robert Randolph & Jimmy Hall
Saturday Night Special – performed by Aaron Lewis
Workin’ For MCA – performed by Blackberry Smoke
Don’t Ask Me No Questions – performed by O.A.R.
Gimme Back My Bullets – performed by Cheap Trick
The Ballad of Curtis Loew – performed by moe. & John Hiatt
Simple Man – performed by Gov’t Mule
That Smell – performed by Warren Haynes
Four Walls of Raiford – performed by Jamey Johnson
I Know A Little – performed by Jason Isbell
Call Me The Breeze – performed by Peter Frampton
What’s Your Name – performed by Trace Adkins
Down South Jukin’ – performed by Charlie Daniels & Donnie Van Zant
Gimme Three Steps – performed by Alabama
Tuesday’s Gone – performed by Gregg Allman
Travelin’ Man – performed by Lynyrd Skynyrd With Johnny and Ronnie – Ronnie on big screen
Free Bird – performed by Lynyrd Skynyrd
Sweet Home Alabama – performed by Lynyrd Skynyrd & All Star Ensemble

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Loud & Proud Records - large logo - 2014 - red black white

http://www.loudandproudrecords.com/

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE LYNYRD SKYNYRD.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – June 3rd… From Banning Rock And Roll To WHITE WIZZARD

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, rock music with tags , , , , on June 3, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

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On June 3rd, 1956 – City (dumb-ass & constipated) authorities in Santa Cruz, California announced a total ban on Rock And Roll at public gatherings, describing the music as: “Detrimental to both the health and morals of our youth and community.” Source link for this horrific moment in Rock history is below:

http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/rock-and-roll-is-banned-in-santa-cruz-california

Deep Purple - In Rock - promo cover pic - #1972IGMOSM06

On June 3rd, 1970Deep Purple released their fourth studio album: Deep Purple In Rock aka In Rock. This was Deep Purple’s first album to feature the classic Mark II lineup of vocalist Ian Gillan, guitarist Ritchie Blackmore, keyboardist Jon Lord, drummer Ian Paice and Roger Glover on bass.

White Wizzard - The Devils Cut - promo album cover pic - 2013 - #MOWWWW00603

On June 3rd, 2013White Wizzard released their third full-length studio album in Europe: The Devil’s Cut. The duo guitar wizardry of Will Wallner and Jake Dreyer are prominently featured on this album. Hell and yeah, so buy this album!

Goatsnake - Black Age Blues - 2015 - promo album cover pic - GMO03

Goatsnake - promo band pic - 2015 - #042915GSMO3

On June 3rd, 2015 – The newly released Goatsnake studio album, Black Age Blues, is ranked at #22 on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Right on, Goatsnake!

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

LIBERTY N’ JUSTICE “Better Than Maroon 5” EP Releasing This Fall, via HighVolMusic

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Music, rock music with tags , , , , on June 2, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Liberty N Justice - Better Than Maroon 5 - promo cover pic - EP - 2015 - #0915LNJMO

LIBERTY N’ JUSTICE the Christian influenced melodic rock project with a 20 year history has signed with the independent label HighVolMusic for their next release titled ‘Better Than Maroon 5’.

LIBERTY N’ JUSTICE has been turning out some of the most-talked-about records in the melodic rock market. LIBERTY N’ JUSTICE’s last all-star album, ‘The Cigar Chronicles’, was their best yet. It featured 26 songs and over 70 guest musicians.

The upcoming release ‘Better Than Maroon 5’ is the second album since LNJ transformed from a project to full-fledged band. Founder Justin Murr is joined on this new record with Larry Worley formerly of Fear Not and Brent Stortzum.

In the past, LNJ’s projects have become a who’s who in rock music, featuring many artists in Rock N’ Roll. This next chapter will add another dimension to the already solidified legacy of LIBERTY N’ JUSTICE giving the rock world another world-class release.

‘Better Than Maroon 5’ is slated for release in the Fall of 2015.

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Source:

HighVolMusic - logo - yellow on black - 2015 - #0602MO

http://www.highvolmusic.com/

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE LIBERTY N’ JUSTICE.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – June 2nd… From VAN HALEN To ARMORED SAINT

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, rock music with tags , , , , on June 2, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Alice Cooper - No More Mr. Nice Guy - promo 45rpm cover sleeve - #730602MOACB

On June 2nd, 1973Alice Cooper (band) had their hit single, No More Mr. Nice Guy, ranked at #25, on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. Whoa, man!

Van Halen - Ill Wait - promo 45rpm cover sleeve - 1984 - #0602MODLR

On June 2nd, 1984Van Halen had their hit single, I’ll Wait, ranked at #13, on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart.

Armored Saint - Win Hands Down - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #ASMO05313

On June 2nd, 2015 – On the day of its release, Win Hands Down, the new studio album from the great ARMORED SAINT is at #1 on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Long live ARMORED SAINT!

Paradise Lost - The Plague Within - promo album cover art - 2015 - #03PLMO

On June 2nd, 2015 – On the day of its release, The Plague Within, the new studio album from PARADISE LOST is ranked at #3, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Holy moly!

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On June 2nd, 2015 – On the day of its release in the United States, the new HELLOWEEN studio album, My God Given Right, is ranked at #4, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. HELLOWEEN Forever!

Nuclear Assault - Pounder - promo cover pic - 2015 - #33NAMOHS

On June 2nd, 2015 – On the day of its release, the new EP Pounder, from the legendary NUCLEAR ASSAULT is ranked at #45, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Hell, whoa and freaking yeah!

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Gene Hoglan & Stone - 2012

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

RENOWNED BASS PLAYER – STU HAMM – ANNOUNCES EAST COAST TOUR DATES

Posted in bass guitar, classic rock, Hard Rock, Music, rock music with tags , , , , on June 1, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Stu Hamm - publicity pic - 2015 - #0601MOSHB

Having stunned audiences across the world with his innovative playing, STU HAMM has made a name as the go-to bass player for the world’s great musicians. Time spent playing with Steve Vai and Joe Satriani has cemented his place among the greats and gave HAMM the platform to display his pioneering bass techniques to adoring crowds worldwide. Now, promoting the release of his newest solo album, The Book Of Lies, HAMM takes to the road with new music and will also debut his petite suite for solo bass.

The breadth of HAMM’s range is legendary and is what is at the heart of The Book Of Lies. The title track introduces a fine style, complete with a subtle blues bass-line, later evolving into a funk jam with horns and guitar. “Back To Shabalalla” owes a debt to the loping, infectious rhythms of Afrobeat, while “Etude” is a classical piece of the type that made HAMM famous. The amazing final piece, a seven-minute epic titled “L.S.D.” ranges from a Beatles homage to a fully-leaded bass shredfest.

A gut rumbling mix of new and old hits, mixed with HAMM’s trademark humor, make for a unique show like no other. The Tour will begin on July 6 in Largo, FL and wind its way up the east coast to a grand finish at The Iridium in New York on July 16th. Joining Stu in The Stu Hamm Band are Alex Skolnick (Testament) on guitar and Joel Taylor (Allan Holdsworth, Al DiMeola) on drums.

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The STU HAMM Band East Coast Tour Itinerary:

July 6 Largo Cultural Center Largo, FL
July 8 Neighbourhood Theatre Charlotte, NC
July 9 The Rusty Nail Wilmington, NC
July 10 The Saint Asbury Park, NJ
July 11 Van Dyck Schenectady, NY
July 12 L’alize Montreal, QU
July 14 Havana New Hope, PA
July 15 Regattabar Cambridge, MA
July 16 The Iridium New York, NY

STU HAMM Solo Dates:

July 5 Sam Ash (Clinic) Tampa, FL
July 7 Sam Ash (Clinic) Atlanta, GA
July 23 Music Café Conroe, TX
July 25 The Rear Window Ganado, TX
July 26 The Live Oak Dallas, TX

More dates TBA

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Source: MAD Ink PR

* For more info:

facebook.com/stuhammbass

http://www.stuarthamm.net/

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE STU HAMM.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – June 1st… From DAVID LEE ROTH To SLIPKNOT

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Music, rock music with tags , , , , , on June 1, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

David Lee Roth - Crazy From The Heat - promo EP pic - 1985 - #DLRMO100

On June 1st, 1985David Lee Roth has his (cover song) hit single, Just A Gigolo / I Ain’t Got Nobody, was ranked at #12, on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart in the United States. This song is featured on DLR’s 1985 studio EP: Crazy From The Heat. This EP has sold one million (plus) copies. Zowie!

Queensryche - Silent Lucidity - promo single cover pic - 1991 - #Q09MO

On June 1st, 1991Queensrÿche’s hit power ballad, Silent Lucidity, was ranked at #9, on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. This song is featured on Queensrÿche’s fourth studio album from 1990: Empire.

Firehouse - Dont Treat Me Bad - promo CD cover pic - 1990 - #F90MO

On June 1st, 1991Firehouse had their hit single, Don’t Treat Me Bad, ranked at #19, on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. This song is featured on the debut and self-titled album from Firehouse, released back in 1990. Whoa!

Slipknot - 5 The Gray Chapter - promo cover pic - 2014PG

On June 1st, 2015SLIPKNOT’s fifth studio album, .5: The Gray Chapter, is #1 on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. This album was released in Autumn of 2014.

Slipknot - debut album cover promo pic - 1999 - #SMO9

On June 1st, 2015 – The debut and self-titled studio album from SLIPKNOT is ranked at #25, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. This album was originally released back in 1999, via Roadrunner Records.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

Wanna See My DIO “Anthology” CD? It’s Really Cool…

Posted in classic rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal music, Music, rock music with tags , , , , on May 31, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

DIO - Anthology - CD front cover - Metal Odyssey - 2015

That’s it above, my DIO Anthology CD! How cool is that? This CD was part of a bundle of used CD’s that I bought for $12 (U.S.), a few months ago. It was a good deal! I was quite happy to finally find this DIO CD, at a local pop culture store I frequent. It doesn’t matter if I already have every song on this Anthology CD; collecting any DIO CD is my Metal goal!

There are 14 songs on Anthology and I commend the person(s) that selected them for this issue; however, I would have selected Rock ‘n’ Roll Children in place of Shoot Shoot. Hungry For Heaven is another DIO classic that is missing on Anthology; still this is a grand compilation of DIO songs.

It’s always difficult choosing my favorite DIO song of all-time. I always go with Holy DiverRainbow In The Dark, The Last In Line and Time To Burn being my core picks. Then again, this is Ronnie James Dio and his songs rule! Forgive me for being bias, I cannot control myself. As I see it, there will never be such powerful Metal songs written like this ever again. Ronnie James Dio and the gifted musicians he had surrounded himself with came together to create timeless Metal magic, in my Metal opinion.

DIO - Anthology - back cover - Metal Odyssey - 2015

Above: back cover of Anthology CD

DIO Anthology was released back in 1997, via (The) Connoisseur Collection. If you don’t own any DIO CDs, pick up Anthology for this is as good as it gets! This CD sells online in used condition for under $5 (U.S.), just about everywhere I’ve looked. Metal Be Thy Name! – Stone

DIO Anthology – Track List:

  1. Holy Driver
  2. Rainbow In The Dark
  3. Stand Up And Shout
  4. Straight Through the Heart
  5. Last In Line
  6. One Night In The City
  7. We Rock
  8. Egypt (The Chains Are On)
  9. Shoot Shoot
  10. Time To Burn
  11. All The Fools Sailed Away
  12. I Could Have Been A Dreamer
  13. Sunset Superman
  14. Shame On The Night

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MetalOdyssey

REST IN PEACE, RONNIE JAMES DIO.

LONG LIVE ROCK ‘N ROLL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – May 31st… From BAD COMPANY To ARMORED SAINT

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Music, rock music with tags , , , , on May 31, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Bad Company - Good Lovin Gone Bad - promo 45rpm cover single - 1975 - #360531MOBC

On May 31st, 1975 – The hit single from Bad Company, Good Lovin’ Gone Bad, is ranked at #36, on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart in the United States. Right on! This song is featured on the second studio album from Bad Company, released in 1975: Straight Shooter.

THE WHO - "Greatest Hits" X-Large Album Pic!!

On May 31st, 1976The Who entered the Guinness Book of World Records for (at that time) performing the loudest concert in history. This Rock historic concert took place at England’s Charlton Athletic’s Ground. The official readings were: 76,000 watts at 120 decibels from 50 meters away. This enormous record would lasted for close to a decade. Holy moly! Holy moly again!

Armored Saint - Win Hands Down - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #ASMO05313

Armored Saint - promo band pic - 2015 - #05MBR99

On May 31st, 2015 – The forthcoming studio album, Win Hands Down, from the awesome ARMORED SAINT is ranked at #54, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Win Hands Down releases on June 2nd, 2015, via Metal Blade Records. Hell, whoa and yeah!

Beartooth - Disgusting - promo album cover pic - 2015 - MOB0531

On May 31st, 2015 – The forthcoming studio album, Disgusting, from Columbus Ohio’s Beartooth is ranked at #9, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Whoa. This album releases on June 10th, 2015, via Red Bull Records. Long live Beartooth and Ohio!

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On This Day In METAL History – May 30th… From ALICE COOPER To ASKING ALEXANDRIA

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Music, rock music with tags , , , , , on May 30, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Alice Cooper - Welcome To My Nightmare - promo album cover pic - #70SACMO0530

On May 30th, 1975Alice Cooper’s first solo album Welcome to My Nightmare was certified Gold by the RIAA. This iconic album will eventually sell one million copies (plus) in the United States.

Metallica - promo band pic - 1991 - 1994 - #MMO05

On May 30th, 1994 – For their Shit Hits The Sheds Tour, the magnificent Metallica performed at the Darien Lake Performing Arts Center, in Corfu, New York. Hail Metallica!

Asking Alexandria - I wont give in - promo single flyer - 2015 - #0530MOAA

On May 30th, 2015I Won’t Give In, the newly released single from Asking Alexandria, is ranked #1, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Songs Chart. Yup. Uh, huh and whoa.

Bullet For My Valentine - No Way Out - promo single cover pic - 2015 - #BFMVMO0530

On May 30th, 2015No Way Out, the newly released single from Bullet For My Valentine, is ranked at #2, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Songs Chart. Long live BFMV.

Black Sabbath - Greatest Hits - 1970 - 1978 - promo album cover pic - #BSMO0530

On May 30th, 2015Black Sabbath – Greatest Hits 1970 – 1978 is ranked at #37, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Right on!

Black Sabbath - debut - self titled album cover promo - pic

On May 30th, 2015 – The debut studio & self-titled album from Black Sabbath is ranked at #38, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. This amazing album was originally released back in 1970. Whoa! Long live Black Sabbath!

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

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On This Day In METAL History – May 29th… From JEFF BECK To HELLOWEEN

Posted in classic rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, rock music with tags , , , , on May 29, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

US Festival - '83 - promo flyer pic - #1

On May 29th, 1983 – It was Heavy Metal Day at the US Festival in San Bernadino, California. The celebrated bands that performed were: Van Halen, Quiet Riot, Mötley Crüe, Ozzy Osbourne, Judas Priest, Scorpions and Triumph. Hail Heavy Metal!

IRON MAIDEN - Brave New World - promo album cover pic - 2000 - #33303IMMO

On May 29th, 2000 – The mighty IRON MAIDEN released their twelfth studio album: Brave New World. This album also marked the return of longtime vocalist Bruce Dickinson. Brave New World also features the return of guitarist and co-songwriter Adrian Smith. This album was basically one hell-of-a nice family reunion for IRON MAIDEN. Whoa!

Quiet Riot - Metal Health - promo cover pic #21

On May 29th, 2015 – The third studio album from QUIET RIOT, Metal Health, is ranked at #97, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. This enormously popular album was originally released back in March of 1983 and reached #1 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart. QUIET RIOT FOREVER.

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On May 29th, 2015 – My God Given Right, the fifteenth studio album from Germany’s Power Metal pioneers HELLOWEEN, is officially released. Hail HELLOWEEN!

Jeff Beck Live+ - promo album cover pic - 2015 - JBMIMO0115

On May 29th, 2015 – The new album, Live+, from the super legendary guitarist Jeff Beck is ranked at #148, on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart. This is the debut week for Live+ on the Top 200 as well. Live+ features 14 live songs, with 2 new studio tracks. Long live Jeff Beck! Yeah!

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On This Day In METAL History – May 28th… From US FESTIVAL ’83 To BATTLECROSS

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, rock music with tags , , , , on May 28, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

The US Festival - 1983 - May 28 - promo flyer pic - #052883MOUSNW01

On May 28th, 1983 – The US Festival began the first of three days in San Bernardino, California; this was New Wave Day. Heavy Metal Day and Rock Day were to follow, respectively. This 3 day festival was the brainchild of Steve Wozniak.

Among the very many performers spanning the entire festival were: Van Halen, David Bowie, The Clash, Joe Walsh, The Pretenders, Ozzy Osbourne, Judas Priest, Scorpions, Triumph, Mötley Crüe, Quiet Riot, U2, Missing Persons, Stray Cats, INXS, and Stevie Nicks. Amazing!! By the way, I was 17 years old in ’83. Whoa.

Iron Maiden - Seventh Son Of A Seventh Son - promo album cover pic - 1988 - #339988IMMO

On May 28th, 1988 – The amazing Iron Maiden peaked at #12 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart with their seventh studio album: Seventh Son of a Seventh Son. This album went on to achieve Gold sales status in the United States. The great Derek Riggs created the album cover art for this splendid album too. Whoa!! Long live Iron Maiden!

Battlecross - Rise To Power - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #0528MOBC

On May 28th, 2015 – The new studio album from Detroit’s BATTLECROSS is ranked at #47 on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums ChartRise to Power will be released worldwide via Metal Blade Records, on August 21st, 2015. Hail BATTLECROSS!

Whitesnake - The Purple Album - promo album cover pic - #2015WSMO

On May 28th, 2015Whitesnake’s new studio album of Deep Purple cover songs, The Purple Album, debuts at #87 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart. Long live Whitesnake and David Coverdale! Hell and yeah, man!!

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

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On This Day In METAL History – May 27th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Music, rock music with tags , , , , on May 27, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

The Cult - Sonic Temple - promo cover pic - classic

On May 27th, 1989The Cult peaked at #10 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart with their fourth studio album: Sonic Temple. This great album went on to sell one million (plus) copies in the United States.

RUSH - classic band logo - magenta - #2014GLNPAL

On May 27th, 1999RUSH became the first Rock band to be awarded a star on the Canadian Walk of Fame, in Toronto, Canada. Whoa!

Marty Friedman - Inferno - promo studio album pic - 2014 - #MFMO0527

On May 27th, 2014 – Legendary guitarist Marty Friedman released his studio album, Inferno, via Prosthetic Records. A few featured musical guests on Inferno are: Jason Becker, Danko Jones and Alexi Laiho.

Thy Art Is Murder - Holy War - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #0630MOTAIM027

Thy Art Is Murder - promo band pic - 2015 - #0527MOTAIM06

On May 27th, 2015 – The forthcoming studio album from Australia’s Thy Art Is Murder is ranked at #20, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. The title of this new album is: Holy War. A North American release date of June 30th, 2015 is scheduled for Holy War’s release. Whoa!

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

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Lynyrd Skynyrd – Are July 2015 Cover Feature For Guitar World

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Music, rock music with tags , , , , , on May 26, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Guitar World - Lynyrd Skynyrd - promo cover pic - July 15 - 2015 - #78LSMOS

As reported by Guitar World:

Guitar World’s July 2015 issue features Lynyrd Skynyrd. As they gear up to release their latest live record, One More for the Fans! guitarist Gary Rossington reflects on his career as the sole surviving original member of the Southern rock giants. 

Then, in an excerpt from his new biography on the rise of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Whiskey Bottles and Brand-New Cars: The Fast Life and Sudden Death of Lynyrd Skynyrd, author Mark Ribowsky provides a harrowing account of the 1977 plane crash that rocked the music world.

Also, from “Free Bird” to “That Smell” and “Swamp Music” to “Call Me the Breeze,” we pay tribute to the legends of Southern rock by ranking their 25 best tracks.

Also in the issue, Guitar World gets freaky with Kirk Hammett as the second annual Kirk Von Hammett’s Fear FestEvil- the Metallica guitarist’s star-studded celebration of all things metal and horror.

Finally, Guitar World presents a selection of 15 of the tastiest seven- and eight-string axes on the market today.

Start your subscription off with the July 2015 issue of Guitar World!

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On This Day In METAL History – May 26th… From THE ANIMALS To SCORPIONS

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Music, rock music with tags , , , , on May 26, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

The Best Of The Animals - promo album cover pic - 1966- #0526MOEB

On May 26th, 1966 The Best of the Animals entered the United States album charts. This album would peak at #6 and stay on the charts for an impressive 113 weeks. Long live the legacy of The Animals!

Edgar Winter Group - Frankenstein - promo 45rpm cover sleeve - 1973 - #01TEWGMO1

On May 26th, 1973 The Edgar Winter Group hits #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with their hard rockin’ instrumental: Frankenstein. Hell and yeah! This grand song is featured on the third studio album from The Edgar Winter Group, released in 1972: They Only Come Out At Night. Whoa!

Deep Purple - Smoke On The Water - promo 45rpm cover sleeve - 1973 - #4DPMOSIG

On May 26th, 1973 – The super legendary Deep Purple released their iconic hit single: Smoke on the Water. This amazing song went on to peak at #4 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. This song is featured on the sixth studio album from Deep Purple, released in 1972: Machine Head. Long live Deep Purple!

Scorpions - Rock You Like A Hurricane - promo 45rpm cover sleeve - 1984 - #250526SMO

On May 26th, 1984Scorpions hit #25 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with their Heavy Metal classic: Rock You Like a Hurricane. This enormously popular song is featured on the ninth studio album from Scorpions, released in 1984: Love At First Sting. Long live Scorpions!

Aerosmith's Greatest Hits large promo album pic!

On May 26th, 2015 Aerosmith’s Greatest Hits is ranked at #168, on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart. This must-own compilation of Aerosmith classics has spent 47 non-consecutive weeks on this chart. Long live Aerosmith!

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LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

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