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On This Day In METAL History – December 12th – And A METAL Birthday Salute To Bruce Kulick!

On December 12th, 1970 – The Doors performed their final concert (with their original lineup), in New Orleans, Louisiana, at The Warehouse. The Doors were inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame, in 1993. Rest in peace, Jim Morrison and Ray Manzarek.

On this day in 1985 – MTV was being broadcasted into 25,805,000 homes. This was back during a time when MTV had legitimacy and acknowledged real heavy and classic Rock N’ Roll.

On December 12th, 1986 – The comedy motion picture !Three Amigos! was released, via Orion Pictures to wide-screen theaters. !Three Amigos! stars 3 of the modern era’s funniest men: Steve Martin, Chevy Chase and Martin Short. This film was written by: Lorne Michaels, Steve Martin and Randy Newman. John Landis was the director.

On December 12th, 1989 – The mighty MANOWAR perform a concert at International II, in Manchester, England. This was one of many dates on MANOWAR’s Kings Of Metal World Tour. MANOWAR were touring in support of their very cool and sixth studio album, released in 1988: Kings Of Metal.

On this day in 1992 – Florida’s Saigon Kick hits #12 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with their power ballad Love Is On the Way. This song is featured on Saigon Kick’s second studio album released in 1992: The Lizard.

BRUCE KULICK

On December 12th, 1953, Bruce Kulick was born. Happy birthday, Bruce! Whoa and yeah! Bruce Kulick is famously known as a former guitarist for the iconic KISS, during an arena era when KISS didn’t use character makeup or costumes.

KISS circa 1992: L to R – Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Eric Singer and Bruce Kulick

Bruce Kulick spent twelve years as a member of KISS, playing lead guitar on their following albums: Asylum (1985), Crazy Nights (1987), Hot In The Shade (1989), Revenge (1992), KISS ALIVE III (1993), KISS Unplugged (1996) and Carnival Of Souls: The Final Sessions (1997).

Bruce Kulick is also featured on nine (official) KISS video albums, with release dates ranging from 1985 to 2007. For the Smashes, Thrashes & Hits album from 1988, Bruce plays lead guitar on Let’s Put The X In Sex and (You Make Me) Rock Hard.

As a current guitarist for the legendary Grand Funk Railroad, the Rock N’ Roll resume of Bruce Kulick is astonishing! Bruce played on three Michael Bolton studio album during the 80’s along with Billy Squier’s album The Tale Of The Tape from 1980. Bruce Kulick (along with his brother Bob) was also a member of the touring band for Meatloaf’s Bat Out Of Hell studio album from 1977. Bruce has recorded with Michael Schenker, Avantasia, Gene Simmons and Graham Bonnet, among a host of others.

Bruce co-founded the Hard Rock supergroup Union, back in 1997, which featured vocalist John Corabi. Union released two studio album before disbanding. Three solo studio albums have been released by Bruce Kulick: Audio Dog (2001), Transformer (2003) and BK3 (2010). Metal be thy name, Bruce Kulick Rocks!

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LONG LIVE METAL.

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On This Day In METAL History – December 11th – And METAL Birthday Salutes To Nikki Sixx And Zacky Vengeance. Whoa!

Posted in classic rock, metal festivals, movies, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, metal history, metal odyssey, this day in metal, this day in rock on December 11, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

On December 11th, 1982 – Billy Idol made his American Bandstand debut, where he performed his hits Hot in the City and White Wedding. Whoa, man! Above photo credit: American Bandstand.

On this day in 1987 – Comedy/Dark Comedy film Throw Momma From The Train was released to wide-screen theaters, via Orion Pictures. This film stars two of the funniest men of our time, with Danny DeVito and Billy Crystal. Kim Greist and (the late) Anne Ramsey (as Momma) also star.

On December 11th, 1991 – The fantasy film Hook was released to wide-screen theaters, via TriStar. The legendary Steven Spielberg directed this holiday season box office smash, as it starred the great and late Robin Williams as Peter Banning and Peter Pan. Dustin Hoffman portrayed Captain Hook and Julia Roberts portrayed Tinker Bell. The screenplay for Hook was written by James Hart and Malia Marmo.

On this day in 1993 – Guns N’ Roses entered the Billboard 200 Albums Chart at #4 with their covers album “The Spaghetti Incident?”. This would mark their last album to feature original members Slash on guitar and Duff McKagan on bass.

On December 11th, 2007 – Avenged Sevenfold performed a concert at the Rainbow Ballroom in Fresno, California. A7X were touring is support of their self-titled and 4th studio album.

NIKKI SIXX

Born on December 11th, 1958 was Nikki Sixx. Happy birthday, Nikki! Whoa! Nikki Sixx, a native Californian, is world-famous as the bass guitarist, songwriter and co-founding member of the super legendary Mötley Crüe. With 9 studio albums, several live albums and countless touring since 1981, Mötley Crüe have influenced and amazed fans of Heavy Metal and Hard Rock. Mötley Crüe’s very successful farewell tour has taken place for the better part of 2014.

Nikki Sixx has also seen his Hard Rock band Sixx:A.M. skyrocket, with fellow members band members James Michael and DJ Ashba. Sixx:A.M. have released three studio albums since 2007, with all three albums charting world-wide. The newly released Sixx:A.M. studio album is: Modern Vintage. This new album has peaked at #20 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart, during 2014.

Nikki Sixx also boasts his highly successful nationally syndicated radio show: Sixx Sense.

Other notable bands that Nikki Sixx is a former member of: Brides Of Destruction, London, Sister and 58. Metal be thy name!

ZACKY VENGEANCE

Zacky Vengeance was born on December 11th, 1981, in Olympia, Washington. Happy birthday, Zacky! Yeah! Zacky Vengeance is globally famous as the co-founding member and rhythm guitarist for the powerful Avenged Sevenfold. As a self-taught and left-handed guitarist, Zacky Vengeance is also a co-songwriter and backing vocalist for A7X.

A7X have recorded six studio albums and one live album since 2001 and I personally credit this band for keeping the flame of Heavy Metal burning strong, during the Millennium Decade. One of the first band’s that Zacky was a member of was Society Down; a Crust/Punk band. Another pre-A7X band Zacky was a member of was Mad Porno Action aka MPA.

Avenged Sevenfold

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

REST IN PEACE, SAM COOKE.

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On This Day In METAL History – December 10th…

Posted in classic rock, Metal, movies, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, metal history, metal odyssey, this day in metal, this day in rock on December 10, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

On December 10th, 1983 – The incredible IRON MAIDEN performed a concert at Walter-Köbel-Halle in Rüsselsheim, Germany. IRON MAIDEN were on their World Piece Tour supporting their fourth studio album: Piece Of Mind.

On this day in 1983 – Ozzy Osbourne hits #24 in the United Kingdom with his third solo studio album: Bark at the Moon. This was the first Ozzy Osbourne album to feature guitarist Jake E. Lee. Sadly, this is Ozzy Osbourne’s first album without the great Randy Rhoads, due to his tragic death in 1982.

On December 10, 1988 – The Sammy Hagar fronted Van Halen hits #13 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with Finish What Ya Started. This hit is featured on Van Halen’s eighth studio album from 1988: OU812. This studio album was the second to feature Sammy Hager, following 5150 from 1986. Pictured above is the CD single cover sleeve for Finish What Ya Started.

On this day in 1993 – The comedy film Wayne’s World 2, the sequel to 1992’s box office smash Wayne’s World, was released to the wide-screen theaters. Mike Myers portrays Wayne Campbell and Dana Carvey portrays Garth Algar. Both the Wayne and Garth characters were originated and portrayed on Saturday Night Live.

Both hilarious actors are surrounded by a cast which includes: Christopher Walken, Tia Carrere, Kim Basinger, Chris Farley and Kevin Pollack, among others.

Cameos abound in this film, with the likes of: Aerosmith, Heather Locklear, Jay Leno and Rip Taylor, among other famous notables. Wayne’s World 2, as its predecessor is… Metal.

On December 10th, 2007 – The iconic Led Zeppelin performed their first concert in 19 years at London’s O2 Arena.  Jason Bonham was the drummer, filling for his father, the late John Bonham. One million (plus) fans applied for a chance at the 9,000 pairs of tickets.

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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 – December 9th…

Posted in classic rock, Metal, movies, Music, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, metal history, metal odyssey, movies, this day in metal, this day in rock on December 9, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

On December 9th, 1967 – Disraeli Gears, the second studio album from the legendary Cream enters the U.S. charts. This album would eventually hit #1 in the United States. Rest in peace, Jack Bruce.

On this day in 1983 – The Horror film Christine was released to wide-screen theaters. The screenplay for Christine was written by Bill Phillips and directed by the great John Carpenter. The cast included: Keith Gordon, John Stockwell, Alexandra Paul and Harry Dean Stanton. Bad to the Bone from George Thorogood and The Destroyers was one of many songs used during the film. Christine is… Metal.

On December 9th, 1988 – The comedy film Twins was released to wide-screen theaters, via Universal. The all-star cast included: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Danny DeVito, Kelly Preston and Chloe Webb. Twins was directed by Ivan Reitman. Twins is… Metal.

On this day in 2011 – Motörhead performs a concert at Lisebergshallen in Gothenburg, Sweden. This was one of many stops on Motörhead’s The Wörld is Yours Tour. Long live the grand Motörhead.

On December 9th, 1991 – Guns N’ Roses made their debut at New York City’s Madison Square Garden in the first of a three night sold-out stand. Guns N’ Roses drew over 54,000 fans and grossed over $1.3 million (U.S. dollars). That’s a lot of pizza and root beer money.

On this day in 2011 – The great ICED EARTH perform a concert at Eventhalle in Geiselwind, Germany. This performance from ICED EARTH was part of the Christmas Metal Festival 2011 and on the band’s World Dystopia Tour 2011-2012.

On December 9th, 2014 – The mighty Machine Head perform a concert at Guildhall in Portsmouth, England. Machine Head are touring in support of their new studio album: Bloodstone & Diamonds. Metal be thy name.

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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 – December 7th…

Posted in classic rock, movies, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, metal history, metal odyssey, movies, this day in metal, this day in rock on December 7, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

On December 7th, 1969 – The iconic Led Zeppelin have a hit on the Top Forty of Billboards Hot 100 Singles Chart, with Whole Lotta Love and it eventually reaches #4. This would be Led Zeppelin’s first hit single in the United States. Whole Lotta Love is featured on Led Zeppelin’s second studio album: Led Zeppelin II.

On this day in 1976 – Boston performs at the Hara Arena, in Dayton, Ohio. Whoa!

On December 7th, 1984 – Agent Provocateur, the fifth studio album from Foreigner, was released. This album went on to reach #4 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart, selling three million copies (plus) in the United States.

On this day in 1985 – Heart hits #4 with Never. This song is featured on Heart’s eighth studio album: Heart. Whoa, again!

On December 7th, 1985 – RUSH performed live at the New Haven Coliseum, in New Haven, Connecticut. Long live RUSH.

On this day in 1990 – The Fantasy/Drama/Dark Comedy film Edward Scissorhands was released to theaters on the wide-screen. Starring the legendary Johnny Depp and directed by the great Tim Burton, the star-studded cast included: Winona Ryder, Vincent Price, Kathy Baker, Alan Arkin, Dianne Wiest and Anthony Michael Hall. This movie is, without a doubt Metal. Rest in peace, Vincent Price.

On December 7th, 1993 – Guns N’ Roses announced that their cover of Charles Manson’s Look at Your Game, Girl will remain on their covers album The Spaghetti Incident?, despite protests. It was also announced that royalties will go to the son of a Manson family victim. In my honest Metal opinion, this song (if you can call it that) super sucks so incredibly bad that it stinks of putrid donkey poop. Did I mention this song is lousy?

On this day in 2012 – The mighty Motörhead perform live at Bernexpo Halle 4, in Berne, Switzerland for the Metal Christmas Festival. This was a date on Motörhead’s The Wörld is Yours Tour. Long live Motörhead.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

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On This Day In METAL History – December 5th… From Slade To Helloween

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, movies, Music, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, metal history, Metal News, metal odyssey, movies, this day in metal on December 5, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

On December 5th, 1970 – Badfinger peaked at #8 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with their hit No Matter What. This was Badfinger’s second top ten single in the United States; their first top ten single in the U.S. was Come And Get It. Def Leppard went on to cover No Matter What, back in 2005 for their release: Rock Of Ages: The Definitive Collection. Whoa!

On this day in 1973 – Slade reaches #1 in the UK with Merry Christmas Everybody. It will remain at #1 for five weeks, becoming Slade’s biggest single, while returning to the charts in later years. This song also became Slade’s sixth #1 single in the UK, as well.

On December 5th, 1984 – Beverly Hills Cop, the hilarious Action/Comedy film, starring the great Eddie Murphy was released on wide-screens. Beverly Hills Cop also starred: Damon Wayans, Judge Reinhold and John Ashton.

On this day in 1986 – Heartbreak Ridge, a War movie starring the great Clint Eastwood was released on wide-screens. Clint Eastwood plays the role of the rugged and battlefield trained Sergeant Tom Highway, as he embarks on his final tour of duty in the U.S. Marine Corps. I won’t give away any more about this movie, trust me when I tell you it’s a classic and a must see!

On December 5th, 1987 – The legendary RUSH performed a concert at the New Haven Coliseum, in New Haven, Connecticut. RUSH were finally inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in 2013. Metal Amen to that!

On this day in 1990 – Poison and Warrant performed live at the Riverfront Coliseum, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Metal be thy name! Rest in peace, Jani Lane.

On December 5th, 2013 – The great Helloween performed live at La Trastienda Club, Montevideo, Uruguay. This stop was part of Helloween’s Hellish Rock – Part II Tour. Helloween were touring in support of their fourteenth studio album: Straight Out Of Hell; which was released in January of 2013. Whoa and yeah!! I want out!!

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

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On This Day In METAL History – December 4th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, movies, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, metal history, metal odyssey, this day in metal, this day in rock on December 4, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

On December 4th, 1970 – T. Rex releases T. Rex which hits #13 in the UK. T. Rex would eventually metamorphosis into a Glam Rock pioneering band. Rest in peace, Marc Bolan.

On this day in 1975 – KISS achieved their first Gold Record as Alive! was certified Gold by the RIAA. Whoa.

On December 4th, 1976 – Former Deep Purple, Zephyr and James Gang lead guitarist Tommy Bolin dies in Miami, Florida, of a drug overdose. The legendary Tommy Bolin was also in the height of a successful solo career, upon his death. Pictured above is the cover for Tommy Bolin’s second studio album, released in 1976: Tommy Bolin – Private Eyes. Rest in peace, Tommy Bolin.

On this day in 1976 – KISS peaked at #7 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with their hit ballad: Beth. Co-written and sung by drummer Peter Criss, Beth was the first top ten single in the United States for KISS. Backed by only a string orchestra and piano, Peter Criss did not have to use his drums.

On December 4th, 1977 – The iconic QUEEN performed a concert at the University Of Dayton Arena. Man, I wish I there… Metal be thy name! Rest in peace, Freddie Mercury.

On this day in 1980 – In the aftermath of drummer John Bonham passing away, Led Zeppelin releases a statement announcing that they are disbanding. Rest in peace, John Bonham.

On December 4th, 1991 – The fantasy/drama film KAFKA was playing on the wide-screen in theaters. KAFKA stars: Jeremy Irons, Theresa Russell, Joel Grey, Ian Holm and Sir Alec Guinness.

On this day in 1991 – Van Halen performed a free concert at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas to make up for a 1988 concert in Dallas. The 1988 concert saw Sammy Hagar lose his voice halfway through their set.

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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 – December 1st…

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On December 1st, 1973 – The (now iconic) single Dream On by Aerosmith initially peaked at #59 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. Dream On was reissued as a single two and a half years later and peaked at # six.

On this day in 1984 – On Saturday Night Live, Billy Squier made his first and only appearance as a musical guest; this was episode seven of that season.

On December 1st, 1989 – National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation is released to wide-screen theaters. This comedy/family classic has since become a mainstay in the lineup of holiday movie cable television reruns, purchases and rentals, proving its timeless ability to tickle the Metal funny bone. The Griswold family will forever be… Metal. A partial list of this legendary cast includes: Chevy Chase, Beverly D’Angelo, Juliette Lewis, Johnny Galecki and Brian Doyle-Murray.

On this day in 1990 – Heart hits #13 with their hist single: Stranded. This song is featured on Heart’s tenth studio album from 1990: Brigade.

On December 1st, 1992 – Nevermind from Seattle’s Nirvana hits #1 on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums Chart. Sales grosses are $50 million plus.

On this day in 1995 – The Western film Wild Bill is released to wide-screen theaters. A partial list of the talented cast includes: Jeff Bridges, Ellen Barkin, John Hurt, Diane Lane, Keith Carradine, David Arquette and Christina Applegate. Wild Bill is… Metal.

On December 1st, 2014 – The mighty Machine Head perform a concert at Klubben/Fryshuset in Stockholm, Sweden. The supporting bands are: Devil You Know, Darkest Hour and Sonic Syndicate.

On this day in 2014 – The super legendary Ace Frehley (aka) Space Ace, performs a concert at Trees in Dallas, Texas. Long live Ace Frehley! Whoa.

JOHN DENSMORE

On December 1st, 1944, John Densmore was born in California. Happy Rockin’ birthday, John! Man, whoa! John Densmore is a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter who is most famously known as a co-founding member and drummer for The Doors. Legends anyone? The Doors were inducted into The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame, back in 1993. ‘Nuff said.

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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 – November 21st…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, movies, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, Hard Rock, metal odyssey, movies, this day in metal, this day in rock on November 21, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

On November 21st, 1981 – Queen and David Bowie’s collaboration single, Under Pressure, tops the U.K. charts. Oddly, it only reaches #29 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart in the United States.

On this day in 1984 – The comedy/family film, A Christmas Story, was released to theaters on the wide-screen. This film is shown on television today, during the Christmas season, via every cable channel you can possibly think of! A Christmas Story starred: Melinda Dillon, Darren McGavin, Peter Billingsley and Ian Petrella. The central theme of this story is the little son Ralph “Ralphie” Parker wishes for only one thing for Christmas: an official Red Ryder, carbine-action, 200-shot range model BB rifle with a compass in the stock. The rest is truly comedy film history.

On November 21st, 1986 – The Science Fiction/Western Film, Space Rage was released to theaters on the wide-screen. Space Rage starred: Richard Farnsworth, Michael Pare, John Laughlin and Lee Purcell.

On this day in 1987 – Poison hits #13 on the Billboard Hot 100 with their power ballad: I Won’t Forget You. This song is featured on the 1987 debut Poison album: Look What The Cat Dragged In.

On November 21st, 1987 – Billy Idol reached the top of the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart for the first and only time with Mony Mony, a cover of Tommy James and the Shondells’ classic.

On this day in 1991 – Aerosmith were the first Rock band to have a guest appearance on The Simpsons. Aerosmith performed their legendary hit, Walk This Way, at Moe’s Tavern. This was the tenth episode of the third season of The Simpsons.

On this day in KISSTORY – November 21st, 2006 – KISS released their 4 CD box set: KISS ALIVE! 1975 – 2000. Whoa, what a package!

On November 21st, 2006 – The mighty IRON MAIDEN performed a live concert in Oslo, Norway. This was one of many stops on IRON MAIDEN’s Nordic Tour ’06.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

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On This Day In METAL History – October 22nd…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, movies, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, Hard Rock, horror movies, metal odyssey, this day in metal, this day in rock on October 22, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

On October 22nd, 1969 – Led Zeppelin II was released on Atlantic Records in the UK. This iconic album would go on to sell over 12 million (plus) copies in the United States alone. Led Zeppelin II reached #1 in both the UK and United States. Led Zeppelin II would later unseat The Beatles Abbey Road album from the #1 position in the United States, as well.

On this day in KISSTORY – October 22nd, 1974 – KISS released their second studio album: Hotter Than Hell. This KISS album has been certified Gold by the RIAA.

On October 22nd, 1977 – Foreigner hits #6 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 with their single Cold As Ice. This song is featured on Foreigner’s debut and self-titled album, released in 1977, via Atlantic Records.

On this day in 1982 – It’s Van Halen Day in Worcester, Massachusetts, as the band began a three-night performance at the Worcester Centrum.

On October 22nd, 1990 – Pearl Jam played their first ever concert when they performed at the Off Ramp Café in Seattle, Washington. On this Rock historic night, Pearl Jam went by the band name: Mookie Blaylock.

On this day in 1993 – The future Canadian Prime Minister, Jean Chretien, was interviewed by legendary Rush drummer Neil Peart on Much Music.

On October 22nd, 1996 – Journey released Trial By Fire, their first album in ten years, which went on to peak at #3 on the Billboard 200 album chart. Trial By Fire went on to sell a million copies in the United States. This was the last Journey album with vocalist Steve Perry and drummer Steve Smith.

On this day in 2000 – Pearl Jam performed at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada, celebrating the tenth anniversary of their first live performance.

On October 22nd, 2010 – Distributed by Paramount Pictures, Paranormal Activity 2 was released in movie theaters at midnight in the United States, United Kingdom, Mexico, Canada, Poland, Brazil and Ireland. With a budget of 5 million dollars, this horror classic grossed just under 200 million dollars at the box office.

LESLIE WEST

Born on October 22nd, 1945 was the legendary Leslie West. As a founding member, guitarist and songwriter of Mountain, Leslie West helped forge a path of Heavy Rock for other bands to follow. Leslie West has also achieved a very successful career as a solo artist. Pictured above: Leslie West – Got Blooze album from 2005.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

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Some Metal and Rock ‘N Roll Thoughts – Thursday, March 6th, 2014

Posted in books, Death Metal, Metal, metal music, movies, Music, news, rock music, rock music news, weather, world news with tags carnifex, chicken little, climate change, death metal bands, greenhouse affects, metal albums 2014, metal odyssey, Quiet Riot, world news on March 6, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

That CARNIFEX album cover is atop this post for a reason. I bought this new CARNIFEX CD, Die Without Hope, on Tuesday, March 4th. It’s the only CD I’ve bought in the past two weeks. Yes, this new CARNIFEX offering scorches, blazes, burns and tears apart my Metal soul, blah, blah, blah. I highly recommend it too.

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As it stands now, I do solemnly believe we live in a world that is runneth over with countless governments and Hollywood fat cats that can give two shits about the people that continue to make them filthy rich. Let the U2 bands of the world sink in the same pitiful ship of arrogant fools that bow at the altar of the billionaires club. Those bands are far too gone; they can only relate to red carpets, narcissistic thought patterns and the plastic societies that they’ve succumbed to.

With so much bullshit going on around us, all over the planet, I hereby plead for all of us Metalheads, Hell Rats, Punks, Children Of The Damned, Bottom Feeders, Classic Rockers, Underground Dwellers and Fiends to UNITE like never before!

Music is our universal language and our passion; therefore, let’s continue to get along like we have been doing and show the artificial idiots of the world how real civility is conducted! Music inspires. Music heals. Music unites. Music is a mystical force that can never be contained. Hallelujah and ring the Metal bell for peace.

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With all of that said, I’d like to share with you all this very cool QUIET RIOT concert flyer for their June 13th, 2014 show:

I love QUIET RIOT and appreciate this concert flyer. For those who might be offended, I make no apologies for being a red-blooded dude who digs art. Just take a long look at the endless line of violent and smutty movies coming out of Hollywood for the last several decades and this concert flyer pales (light years) in comparison. QUIET RIOT RULES.

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This USA Winter of 2014 has broken countless weather records for freezing temperatures and snow totals; with many, many death related stories due to this Winter’s wrath. To tally all these bizarre Winter records here would probably take me 24 hours of non-stop keystroking. Electric, gas and fuel bills do not lie about non-stop freezing weather. From this Winter forward, the words greenhouse affects and climate change are filthy rotten words to me… and to think I practically jumped on board that dumb-ass bus of unfounded science!

Certainly, there will forever be meteorologists, scientists and misinformed individuals that live in the mild southern regions and Tropics that cling onto the idealistic view that Mother Earth is losing her polar caps. Everyone, build a bunker! Relocate to a base on the Moon! Maybe, perhaps, they should ALL read that classic children’s book about jumping to conclusions:

Or these same champions of ozone depletion can watch the animated film:

Thank you for visiting, reading or hardly reading this post. Regardless, your visit will make the site stats increase on Metal Odyssey; resulting in my (hopefully) not being fired by my boss. Metal be thy name.

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* For more info on QUIET RIOT:

Website: http://www.officialquietriot.com

* For more info on CARNIFEX:

Facebook: http://facebook.com/CarnifexMetal

LONG LIVE QUIET RIOT.

LONG LIVE CARNIFEX.

F*$K OFF, WINTER.

Stone.

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Some Metal and Rock ‘N Roll Thoughts – Tuesday, February 25th, 2014

Posted in classic rock, Death Metal, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, movies, Music, news, rock music, rock music news, world news with tags classic rock, deicide, disc exchange dayton ohio, harold ramis, indie record stores, kiss, metal magazines, metal odyssey, ohio, the rock and roll hall of fame on February 25, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Jiminy Metal Cricket! I haven’t written a Some Metal and Rock ‘N Roll Thoughts post, since March of 2013! As Frank Sinatra and David Lee Roth have sung… That’s Life. By the way, That’s Life was written by Dean Kay and Kelly Gordon; while originally recorded by American born Jazz singer: Marion Montgomery. There’s some non-Metal trivia for y’all. Whoa.

The Zero Tolerance magazine cover (above) has DEICIDE’s (legendary) Glen Benton staring at not just me… he’s also staring at you! One look into those eyes of Glen Benton and all I see is… METAL. Okay, someone may see, (maybe) a tad of evil. Evil is Metal. Cool. However, the glaring eyes of Glen Benton can be open for interpretation and still one Metal fact remains: those eyes of Glen Benton have undoubtedly seen it all.

I bought this December/January issue of Zero Tolerance at my nearest Barnes & Noble store, yesterday. Yes, I’m psyched. I cannot give this magazine enough Metal praise. It’s released every two months and costs $9.99 (U.S.). This mag is a UK publication and also comes with a CD of 18 songs; real songs that y’all won’t hear on American Idol.

L to R: Ghostbusters – Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis.

Yesterday, the sad news spread across the world that the legendary Harold Ramis, a comedy filmmaker, director, writer and actor passed away. Man, have I been a lifelong fan of Harold Ramis! I have thoroughly enjoyed, time and again, every movie that Harold Ramis touched! Beginning back to my middle school/high school years, the comedy films that Harold Ramis was responsible for included Animal House (1978), Caddyshack (1980), Stripes (1981), the Ghostbusters franchise, National Lampoon’s Vacation (1983), Groundhog Day from 1993 and many more. An American comedy film icon, Harold Ramis shall forever be. His ability to make me laugh will forever remain and that’s a Metal fact. May Harold Ramis rest in peace.

Above: That’s the KISS frisbee I own. Pretty cool, huh? I bought it at Dorney Park in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Yup.

Apparently, KISS will not play in any band lineup for The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame induction ceremony. It would have been extremely cool if every available member of KISS (past and present) could perform together onstage, for one kick-ass jam medley of KISS classics. A video backdrop showing the late Eric Carr and Mark St. John during this “fantasy” performance would have been an ultimate fan experience and profound moment in Rock history. Alas, what the hell do I know? Right?

Regardless, anyone who follows KISS on a daily basis, via their Facebook and website, will surely agree that Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley have NOT forgotten about their past. Their roots are what made them the icons they are today and both Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley have openly acknowledged (via their recent press release) they want to celebrate the history of KISS. Read it by clicking the link below:

KISS – Will Not Play In Any Lineup For Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony

The above link is for a press release featured on Metal Odyssey, on February 23, 2014.

I’d like to now give a HUGE Metal plug to my local indie CD/vinyl record shop: Disc Exchange. This (Dayton, Ohio) whiz-bang store covers it all, from music, movies and games to pop-culture collectibles too! True professionals (Mark and Kevin) you’ll find at Disc Exchange. Album collector’s will find LOTS of great vinyl, both new and used! Just take a look at their store logo above for more info! If you stop by Disc Exchange, tell ’em Stone sent you. Metal be thy name!

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* For more info on ZERO TOLERANCE:

Website: http://www.ztmag.com

* For more info on DISC EXCHANGE:

Facebook: Disc Exchange Dayton

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE ROCK AND ROLL.

Stone.

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STONE SAYS: HAPPY HALLOWEEN TO ALL OF YOU METALHEADS, GHOULS AND FIENDS!

Posted in halloween, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, horror, Metal, movies, Music, rock and roll, rock music, rock music news with tags halloween, halloween music, helloween, horror metal, horror movies, metal odyssey, Misfits, witch cross demon in the mirror on October 31, 2013 by Metal Odyssey

MISFITS – The Devils Rain (2011 – Misfits Records)

HAPPY HALLOWEEN 2013!

To ALL of you gouls, fiends, hell rats, maggots, Metalheads, Punks, children of the damned, underground dwellers and evil ambassadors from the dark side…

PINHEAD FROM HELLRAISER

MAY THIS HALLOWEEN TEAR ROCK YOUR SOUL APART!!

DON’T FORGET TO…

PULL OUT YOUR VINYL AND/OR CD’S OF THESE POWER METAL PIONEERS:

DON’T FORGET TO PLAY THESE ICONIC BANDS LOUD:

AND… CHECK OUT A 1950’S HORROR FILM CLASSIC OR TWO!

I Married A Monster From Outer Space – Original 1958 Movie Poster (Paramount Pictures)

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1. Crank up some MISFITS.

2. Crank up some KING DIAMOND.

3. Crank up some WEDNESDAY 13.

4. Crank up some SIX FEET UNDER.

5. Crank up some SATYRICON.

6. Crank up some KISS.

7. Eat as much damn candy as you wish and party safe.

8. DO NOT be a fool and drink and drive.

9. Watch super scary-as-hell slasher movies.

10. Go outside at/after midnight and look for Bigfoot, ghosts and/or UFO’s.

AND… NOW… BELOW… FOR YOUR HALLOWEEN LISTENING ENJOYMENT… HERE’S DEMON IN THE MIRROR FROM THE LEGENDARY… WITCH CROSS!! METAL BE THY NAME!

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Rock Super Group The Wondergirls Reunite With Iron Man 3 Soundtrack Single “Let’s Go All The Way” Featuring Robbie Williams

Posted in Hard Rock, movie soundtracks, movies, Music, rock albums, rock bands, rock music, rock music news with tags iron man 3, iron man 3 soundtrack, movie soundtracks 2013, rock albums 2013, rock music news, the wondergirls on May 30, 2013 by Metal Odyssey

Iron Man 3’s Ashley Hamilton Leads Star-Studded Group to Explosive Comeback

Los Angeles, CA –Appropriately packed with adrenaline rushing action, like its corresponding famous superhero movie Iron Man 3, is the latest single Let’s Go All the Way from rock super-group The Wondergirls. Included on the Iron Man 3: Heroes Fall movie soundtrack, the single was inspired by the movie and is available for download now on iTunes. The track features British superstar Robbie Williams as well as band members, actor Ashley Hamilton, Chris Lloyd (former VP/ A&R executive at Flip Records), Jay Gordon (Orgy) and Doug Ardito (Puddle of Mudd). Complete with a star-studded lineup, the group is back to showcase a fresh new image and pick up where they left off – with fans screaming their names.

The recording of “Lets Go All The Way” was recorded over several years, numerous times and every location possible. “We’ve recorded at some of the best recording facilities available, as well as rehearsal rooms, houses, garages, you name it” says Gordon. The song itself has brought this band of friends through unchartered territories and unpredicted experiences. While recording the vocals with Robbie Williams on Super Bowl Sunday, Gordon went to root for his team only to find Adele making tea and watching the game, piercing him star-struck. It’s this type of untraditional structure of recording and experiences around the song that have all influenced this power packed track.

“The original 80’s (Sly Fox) version has its unique character and signature…(but) everyone is loving this version” answers Gordon. The band charged the track with an electric beat that is driven by classic rock drums, crunchy guitar licks and raging synths all supported by refined vocal chops. The superhero anthem stirs up the perfect inclination of raw emotion and energy, which in turn is infused into the listeners. Opening with subtle intensity in the verses, leading to an explosion in the chorus that holds until the end of the song.

In its beginnings, The Wondergirls, who are based in Los Angeles, included numerous notable names such as Scott Weiland and Mark McGrath. When the group first formed, politics held The Wondergirls back from truly capitalizing and flourishing. While filming Iron Man 3, Hamilton felt it was the perfect storm for The Wondergirls to be revived and bring his initial plan into fruition. The Wondergirls recently signed to Across The Universe Records, with an expectant EP out soon.

The Wondergirls have made it clear that they are back and here to stay with music to excite and tantalize their huge and still-growing fan base. Keep up with the super-group by visiting their Facebook page and downloading Iron Man 3’s “Let’s Go All The Way” now on iTunes.

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(Source: LaFamos PR & Branding)

LONG LIVE THE WONDERGIRLS.

LONG LIVE IRON MAN.

Stone.

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George Lynch Launches Fundraising Campaign For Documentary Film – “Shadow Train: Under A Crooked Sky”

Posted in documentary films, Hard Rock, heavy metal news, movies, Music, rock music, rock music news with tags documentary films, george lynch, hard rock news, rock music news, serj tankian, shadowtrain: under a crooked sky, tom morello, world news on March 15, 2013 by Metal Odyssey

Rock legend George Lynch (Dokken, Lynch Mob) and Emmy-nominated documentary filmmaker Mark Mclaughlin are currently working together on Shadowtrain: Under a Crooked Sky, a stirring documentary that explores a hybrid way of life merging modern society with the ancient practices of people who have lived in harmony with the land for thousands of years; native American Indians.

The film follows Lynch and drummer/activist/artist Vincent Nicastro as they visit different reservations around the American Southwest with a trailer full of gear and group of musicians to get a firsthand look at effects of modern consumerism on our native population and the steps they’re taking towards sustainability.

While the documentary is nearly complete, the filmmakers are now seeking help in seeing their collective vision come to fruition. In order to see “Shadowtrain” become a reality, Lynch and Mclaughlin have launched an IndieGoGo Flexible Funding campaign where contributions can be made towards the completion of the film in exchange for autographed copies of George Lynch’s most recent release Legacy, guitar lessons, a signed guitar and more. To donate to the making of “Shadowtrain: Under a Crooked Sky” visit the following link below:

http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/shadowtrain-under-a-crooked-sky

A trailer for the film, featuring Tom Morello (Rage Against The Machine. The Nightwatchman) and Serj Tankian (System Of A Down), can be seen below:

For more clips from the film and to learn more about the message behind “Shadowtrain: Under a Crooked Sky” and what you can do to help, visit http://www.shadowtrainmovie.com.

When injustice becomes law, resistance becomes duty…

“Shadowtrain: Under a Crooked Sky” will illuminate the cost of the destruction of the Native American community; to both the indigenous population as well as to their European conquerors. The documentary will reveal the qualities inherent in indigenous people’s world views that should be recognized and adopted if we all, collectively, intend to not only survive, but to find a way to live happier, more meaningful lives. While engaging a wide variety of opinions from notable activists, authors, artists, elders and shaman, politicians and government officials, clergy, teachers and everyday people, the film will reveal its message through a powerful music-driven road trip.

The journey begins as renowned guitarist George Lynch (Dokken, Lynch Mob), drummer, artist and activist Vinnie Nicastro and a musical band of politically engaged musicians climb into an old station wagon in the southwest desert. They pull a vintage horse trailer, retro-fitted to carry band equipment, solar panels, generators and camping gear.

They travel the back roads, searching for a truth that can speak to power. They visit the Apache, Navajo and Hopi reservations in Arizona, Zuni and Tewa in New Mexico, Shoshone in Nevada, Utes in Utah and Colorado and then on to the Dakotas to visit the people and places that were (and still are) the epicenter of conflict between the native peoples and their European conquerors.

The people they visit on the reservations will share how they have created sensible environmentally sustainable solutions that work in today’s world. Simple and proven practices like passive solar water heaters on the Paiute reservation, active community gardens and other ideas will be explored. Then as Shadowtrain moves on to other reservations, they will help to integrate these workable procedures, pick up more ideas and carry them further.

(Source: ClawHammer PR)

* For more info on SHADOWTRAIN – Under A Crooked Sky, click on link below!

facebook: ShadowTrain-Under A Crooked Sky

LONG LIVE ALL INVOLVED WITH SHADOWTRAIN – UNDER A CROOKED SKY.

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MONSTERS RULE! Wanna See My 12 Creature Feature Trading Cards From 1973? They’re Really Cool…

Posted in Heavy Metal, horror movies, metal music, monster movies, monsters, movies, Music, rock music with tags 1970's pop culture, creature feature, creature feature trading cards, hollywood monsters, monster movies, movie monsters, trading cards on August 26, 2012 by Metal Odyssey

CREATURE FEATURE TRADING CARDS – Monsters rule. Monsters are Metal. Don’t believe me when I say Monsters are Metal? Just ask Rob Zombie, Glenn Danzig, Jerry Only, Wednesday 13, Skeletonwitch, Lizzy Borden, Orange Goblin or the mega-legendary KISS, Iron Maiden, King Diamond and Alice Cooper if Monsters are Metal! Monsters are to Metal, what hops is to beer. They just go super swell together.

Back in 1973, Topps Chewing Gum released some very scary and very cool trading cards called Creature Feature. I remember vividly, watching Creature Feature on Saturday mornings with my sister. We both were psyched out of our minds to see the black and white film classics of: Frankenstein, The Bride Of Frankenstein, The Creature From The Black Lagoon, The Wolfman, The Hunchback Of Notre Dame, The Invisible Man and ALL the King Kong and Godzilla flicks too! Whoa!

Okay, I’ll throw in the original War Of The Worlds film from 1953 and The Blob from 1958 as being childhood favorites of ours as well. In my opinion, the special effects seen in any of these old-time Horror films deserves an applause! Hell, there were no computers back then to assist in any SFX, like we all know exists today.

Night Of The Living Dead – Original Movie Poster (No, I don’t own this poster… wish I did though).

If I had to name my favorite Horror film stars from the golden years of Hollywood, they would be (in no particular order): Vincent Price, Lon Chaney Sr., Lon Chaney Jr., Bela Lugosi and of course Boris Karloff. Horror film icons all. My favorite Horror film of all time? Why, it’s a tie. Here they are: The Phantom Of The Opera (1925 silent film) and George A. Romero’s Night Of The Living Dead from 1968.

I would share these cards with my sister and we would laugh at the corny jokes that are printed on the backsides of them. The “sayings” on the card fronts are a hoot as well! Here are 9 of my Creature Feature trading cards:

The Frankenstein card in the center reads: “Would Somebody Tell Me A Scary Story?”

Grand memories these Creature Feature cards produce for me. I so often wish my sister was still alive; I miss talking about ghosts, monsters and the paranormal with her. My sister was never at a loss for words when it came to these scary topics! My sister also had a small quantity of Creature Feature cards too. While growing up, we weren’t surrounded with money, therefore, building a complete set of Creature Feature was not even a thought to us.

Here are 3 more of my Creature Feature trading cards:

Here are the backsides of my Creature Feature cards:

On the back of card #93 (shown above) reads the joke:

“Why are you so surprised that I shot a werewolf last night in my pajamas?”

“I didn’t think a werewolf could fit in your pajamas.”

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I’d like to give a BIG thank you to my Metal Buddy over at ATOTHEWR.COM for prompting me to write about and show off my Creature Feature cards. Please check out his very, very cool site! From movie reviews, books and music to running, you’ll be in for a surprise by stopping by there! Plus, I believe he’s a KISS fan too! Tell ’em Stone sent you. Now, to end with a quote from ATOTHEWAR:

“Metal And Monsters Be Thy Name”

LONG LIVE LEGENDARY MONSTERS.

Rest In Peace, Christine. I Miss You So Much.

Stone.

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AVENGERS ASSEMBLE – This Soundtrack Rocks! Why? I’ll Tell You Why…

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Heavy Metal, movie soundtracks, movies, Music, rock music, rock music news with tags alternative rock, avengers assemble, avengers assemble movie soundtrack, hard rock news, heavy metal news, movie soundtracks, rock music news on June 14, 2012 by Metal Odyssey

AVENGERS ASSEMBLE SOUNDTRACK – Yes Virginia, there are movie soundtracks that Rock and Avengers Assemble is one of them. If you were unfortunate enough to have recently purchased the chicken crap Rock Of Ages soundtrack, you can toss it in the recycle bin and get your ears into a real Rock/Hard Rock soundtrack such as this one. Plus, unlike Rock Of Ages, the original artists are singing and playing on their original songs! Not one (overpaid and whining) movie actor sings on Avengers Assemble! Metal hallelujah!

Avengers Assemble is bookended by two songs that I can’t get enough of: Live To Rise (Soundgarden) and Shake The Ground (Cherri Bomb). Firstly, Soundgarden is super-duper legendary and Chris Cornell could sing Boxcar Willie songs and I would still buy it. Is Live To Rise the greatest Soundgarden song ever recorded? No. Only here’s the kicker: Live To Rise is an incredibly written and inspiring song that I cannot shake out of my head. This song’s tempo is simply perfect; Soundgarden found no need to go over the top. I guess that tells you how I feel about Soundgarden and their legacy.

Cherri Bomb. Stone is a fan. Cherri Bomb can play at my backyard barbecue on any day of the year, including snow-covered and sub-zero Winter days too. The gals of Cherri Bomb essentially put a Rock ‘N Roll exclamation point to the conclusion of this Avengers Assemble soundtrack. Just a super damn fine, melodic Hard Rockin’ song is Shake The Ground. It has shook my ground. Metal be thy name.

I admire the thinking that went into choosing the songs and artists for this soundtrack. Rock diversity is evident, with Rise Against, Five Finger Death Punch, Bush and Evanescence all appearing on one plastic CD; all with the one common goal to… Rock. This soundtrack serves to give Rock fans a taste of what each band and/or musician sounds like; in the event one is unfamiliar with an artist. Compared to last year’s Transformers: Dark Of The Moon, I find myself a bigger fan of this soundtrack, due to its song selection and overall Hard Rock vibes.

Black Veil Brides must love movie soundtracks for they have yet another installment on one, with their heavy hitting number: Unbroken. Yes, I dig Black Veil Brides. I won’t be a closet Black Veil Brides fan any longer… how’s that? The energy level and chorus that this band puts into their songs is contagious. Unbroken, like so many other Black Veil Brides songs, is very memorable and melodically heavy. Count Me Out by Pusherjones is ridiculously fun, cool and serves for a Rockin’ contagious listen to take in. Whoa. Ring that Pusherjones Rock ‘N Roll bell and tell all your stuck up neighbors they can all to go to hell!

Scott Weiland sounds brilliant on Breath. What a compelling song. Coming in at track #6, I couldn’t think of a better choice of song at the midway point of this soundtrack. Breath is sung with an emotion from Scott Weiland that I find real and makes for a repeated listen for my ears. Comeback by Redlight King and Into The Blue by Bush gives this soundtrack its muscular boosts of Modern Rock relevance; both songs are an excellent reminder to me that Rock diversity is a grand thing to cherish. (I thank the Rock Gods that ABBA and Tom Cruise aren’t on this soundtrack though).

* Avengers Assemble was released on May 1st, 2012, via Hollywood Records & Marvel Music.

AVENGERS ASSEMBLE – Track Listing:

Live To Rise – Soundgarden

I’m Alive – Shinedown

Dirt And Roses – Rise Against

Even If I Could – Papa Roach

Unbroken – Black Veil Brides

Breath – Scott Weiland

Comeback – Redlight King

Into The Blue – Bush

A New Way To Bleed (Photek Remix) – Evanescence

Count Me Out – Pusherjones

Wherever I Go – Buckcherry

From Out Of Nowhere – Five Finger Death Punch

Shake The Ground – Cherri Bomb

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* For more info on AVENGERS ASSEMBLE, click on the link below!

http://marvel.com/avengers_movie/

LONG LIVE AVENGERS ASSEMBLE.

LONG LIVE SOUNDTRACKS WITH ORIGINAL ARTISTS.

LONG LIVE SOUNDTRACKS THAT ACTUALLY ROCK.

The words “super-duper” were used in this post.

Stone.

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ROCK OF AGES Wins Metal Odyssey’s Chicken Crap Movie Soundtrack Of 2012! Plus Some More Metal and Rock ‘N Roll Thoughts for Sunday, June 10th, 2012

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, heavy metal news, movie soundtracks, movies, Music, rock albums, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, Hard Rock, heavy metal news, metal festivals 2012, movie soundtracks, rock albums 2012, rock music news, rock of ages soundtrack on June 10, 2012 by Metal Odyssey

CHICKEN CRAP MOVIE SOUNDTRACK OF 2012:

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It’s Sunday, June 10th, 2012 and I’m passing along some more Metal and Rock ‘N Roll thoughts. If money and time were not an issue, I would jump on a plane and go to every Rock, Hard Rock and Metal festival that I see advertised.

Here’s a 2 day & 2 city Metal Festival that looks rather exciting to me:

Speaking of Rock ‘N Roll legends; The Beach Boys aren’t about to call it a day…

On June 5th, 2012, The Beach Boys released their 29th studio album: That’s Why God Made The Radio, via Capitol. It’s quite a Rockin’ feat that The Beach Boys are celebrating their 50th Anniversary in 2012; reuniting with both a new studio album and tour. I bought this CD this past week for my mother and father in-law… and they were psyched to get it! They’ve both seen The Beach Boys in concert. After all these years, I never have seen them live.

Maybe the image of Charlie Sheen sells to an unknown portion of the public, only I am bored out of my mind by his whole story right about now. Once again, another issue of Rolling Stone that I won’t be buying.

By now you’re aware that I’m calling this Rock Of Ages – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack: Chicken Crap Movie Soundtrack Of 2012. Then again, it might very well be the All-Time Chicken Crap Movie Soundtrack. I listened to the songs from this CD and I wanted to puke. This soundtrack is an embarrassment to the legendary bands whose songs are featured on it. A 100% shameful embarrassment to the entire Rock Music community.

I’ve never heard Rock You Like A Hurricane by the legendary Scorpions destroyed so badly. After I listened to Julianne Hough and Tom Cruise completely ruin Rock You Like A Hurricane, I realized there is no shame in Hollywood. Tom Cruise singing (I mean trying to sing) Def Leppard’s Pour Some Sugar On Me was extremely painful and ultimately sad for me. Um, someone should remind Tom Cruise: YOU’RE NOT A ROCK STAR! A sub-par karaoke singer is Tom Cruise, yes. Rock Star… NO!

I can care less if Rock Of Ages was on Broadway too. This is about the movie soundtrack in question here. I shudder to think that any musicians from the bands represented on Rock Of Ages had any input to the production of this 20 song mess. To see these revered songs of Rock, Hard Rock and Heavy Metal go to hell like this is unimaginable to me… only it has happened and it’s chicken crap. Stinky, bacteria-infested chicken crap.

I can also sincerely state: Rock Of Ages is the All-Time Worst cover song album ever recorded. Thank God I did not buy this chicken crap Rock Of Ages CD. I highly DO NOT recommend it to anyone; especially those who want to keep the classics of Rock ‘N Metal TRUE.

METAL BE THY NAME.

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That concludes my Metal and Rock ‘N Roll thoughts for Sunday, June 10th, 2012. Sometimes things out there aren’t all that pretty and I’ll call it the way I hear and see it.

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LONG LIVE ROCK ‘N METAL.

LONG LIVE KEEPING ROCK ‘N METAL TRUE.

Stone.

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SATCHURATED: LIVE IN MONTREAL – A Filmed Concert Performance By World Renowned Guitarist JOE SATRIANI – Set For March 1, 2012 Release In Theaters

Posted in classic rock, concert movies, guitarists, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, heavy metal news, movies, Music, rock music, rock music news with tags hard rock news, heavy metal news, joe satriani, live concert movies, rock guitarists, rock music news, satch, satchurated: live in montreal on January 27, 2012 by Metal Odyssey

Film will be shown in both 2D & 3D HD

Soundtrack to be released on April 10, 2012 through Epic Records

(Los Angeles, CA) Joe Satriani, one of the most respected and innovative guitarist’s in the world today, announces the release of the live-concert film, Satchurated: Live in Montreal. Satchurated was filmed live during Satriani’s “The Wormhole Tour”, supporting his studio album Black Swans and Wormhole Wizards at the Metropolis in Montreal, Canada.

The December 12, 2010 concert was filmed by GRAMMY and EMMY award-winning concert filmmakers Pierre and Francois Lamoureux. Satchurated: Live in Montreal will be released to select theatres throughout the country on March 1, 2012 for a limited engagement.

With a total of ten cameras working to capture the sold-out concert, Satriani’s musical best was recorded in both 2D and 3D HD formats. The high-definition filming makes Satriani’s play as much a pleasure to watch as it is to hear. Every chord change is captured and presented as if one were experiencing a living room concert of your very own!

Fans of “Satch” will be eagerly awaiting the film’s worldwide release in March 2012 with theatrical presentations in both 2D and 3D formats, followed by a shorter version for television broadcast. The soundtrack from Satchurated was produced by Satriani and Mike Fraser and will be released on April 10, 2012 through Epic Records.

Over the last two decades, Satriani has traveled the world, playing to sold-out crowds as both a headliner and as founder of the all-star “G3” guitar extravaganza. His studio and live recordings have sold more than 10 Million copies worldwide to date and of his many solo albums, two have gone platinum and four others went gold, with 15 Grammy nominations between them. His side project, Chickenfoot, featuring former Van Halen front man Sammy Hagar, former bassist Michael Anthony, and Red Hot Chili Peppers’ drummer Chad Smith saw their debut album certified gold and have just released their second studio album.

Satriani also appears in the Academy Award-nominated film Moneyball starring Brad Pitt, recreating a National Anthem performance he gave at the 2002 Opening Day of Major League Baseball’s Oakland A’s. In late 2010, music sensation Nicki Minaj sampled the classic Satriani song, “Always With Me Always With You” in her song, “Right Through Me” from her multi-platinum debut album and in March 2012, Satriani will revive his “G3” Tour ‘down-under’ when he is joined by fellow legendary guitarists Steve Vai & Steve Lukather for a Spring tour of Australia & New Zealand.

ABOUT CINEMUSICA:

Cinemusica was formed by brothers, Pierre & Francois Lamoureux. Their films have won a Grammy, an Emmy, two Juno, two Gemini, a multitude of industry and technical awards, sold millions of copies on BluRay and DVD and aired all around the world. Pierre & Francois Lamoureux have directed and/or produced concert films and music documentaries for Rush, The Who, Harry Connick, Jr., Slipknot, Rihanna, The Pretenders, Zappa Plays Zappa, Branford Marsalis, Cowboy Junkies, Collective Soul, Ben Harper, Willie Nelson, Deep Purple, The Stray Cats and others. www.cinemusica.tv

ABOUT D&E ENTERTAINMENT:

Based in Hollywood, D&E Entertainment digitally distributes independent films, documentaries and alternative content such as filmed music events to movie theaters across the globe. Formed in 2005 by entertainment executives and digital cinema pioneers Doug Kluthe and Evan Saxon, D&E offers innovative theatrical programming via a worldwide marketing and distribution network. http://www.dandeentertainment.com/

Latest news and touring information for Joe Satriani can be found at www.satriani.com

To watch the trailer for Satchurated, go to: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFwSf8zXWYU

SATCHURATED: LIVE IN MONTREAL:

DISC 1:

1. Ice 9

2. Hordes Of Locusts

3. Flying In A Blue Dream

4. Light Years Away

5. Memories

6. War

7. Premonition

8. Satch Boogie

9. Revelation

10. Pyrrhic Victoria

11. Crystal Planet

12. The Mystical Potato Head Groove Thing

13. Dream Song

DISC 2:

1. God Is Crying

2. Andalusia

3. Solitude

4. Littleworth Lane

5. Why

6. Wind In The Trees

7. Always With Me, Always With You

8. Big Bad Moon

9. Crowd Chant

10. Summer Song

BONUS TRACKS:

11. Two Sides To Every Story

12. The Golden Room

Produced by Joe Satriani and Mike Fraser.

Soundtrack from Satchurated, a film by Pierre & François Lemoureaux.

Directed by Pierre & François Lamoureux.

Theatrical Version TRT: 88:59 (1 hour 28 minutes 59 seconds)

(Source: MAD, Ink PR)

LONG LIVE JOE SATRIANI.

Stone.

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MIKE PATTON – Scoring “The Place Beyond The Pines”

Posted in Hard Rock, hollywood news, movie scores, movies, Music, rock music, rock music news with tags faith no more, mike patton, movie scores, movies, rock music news, rock musicians, the place beyond the pines on January 9, 2012 by Metal Odyssey

Photo credit: Jay Blakesberg

Jan. 9, 2011, San Francisco – Mike Patton (Faith No More, Tomahawk, Mr. Bungle) has been selected by writer/director Derek Cianfrance (Blue Valentine) to provide the score for The Place Beyond The Pines, which stars Ryan Gosling, Bradley Cooper and Eva Mendes.

Patton, who rose to prominence as a teenager as the front man for Faith No More and is known as one of music’s most eclectic musicians, has done a series of scores over the past few years including the Italian drama A Solitude of Prime Numbers, Crank 2: High Voltage and the short film A Perfect Place.

Patton is also currently working on a new Tomahawk album with a projected late summer release date.

(Source: Speakeasy PR)

LONG LIVE MIKE PATTON.

Stone.

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MAY THIS HALLOWEEN TEAR ROCK YOUR SOUL APART!!

DON’T FORGET TO…

PULL OUT YOUR VINYL AND/OR CD’S OF THESE POWER METAL PIONEERS:

DON’T FORGET TO PLAY THESE ICONIC BANDS LOUD:

AND… CHECK OUT A 1950’S HORROR FILM CLASSIC OR TWO!

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AND… NOW… BELOW… FOR YOUR HALLOWEEN LISTENING ENJOYMENT… HERE’S DEMON IN THE MIRROR FROM THE LEGENDARY… WITCH CROSS!! METAL BE THY NAME!

OKAY… SINCE Y’ALL WANT MORE, Y’ALL CAN GET PSYCHED OUT BY AND PLAY VERY LOUD… THE NEW, TERROR FILLED MUSIC VIDEO, VOICES OF THE DEAD, FROM COLUMBUS, OHIO’S VERY OWN: PHANTOM 13! WHOA!!

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LONG LIVE HALLOWEEN.

LONG LIVE HELLOWEEN.

LONG LIVE WITCH CROSS.

LONG LIVE PHANTOM 13.

LONG LIVE ROCK ‘N ROLL.

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Iron Man 3’s Ashley Hamilton Leads Star-Studded Group to Explosive Comeback

LONG LIVE THE WONDERGIRLS.

LONG LIVE IRON MAN.

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LONG LIVE ALL INVOLVED WITH SHADOWTRAIN – UNDER A CROOKED SKY.

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“Metal And Monsters Be Thy Name”

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AVENGERS ASSEMBLE – Track Listing:

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CHICKEN CRAP MOVIE SOUNDTRACK OF 2012:

METAL BE THY NAME.

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Film will be shown in both 2D & 3D HD

Soundtrack to be released on April 10, 2012 through Epic Records

SATCHURATED: LIVE IN MONTREAL:

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