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OSAKA POPSTAR “O HOLY NIGHT” DIGITAL SINGLE AND LTD ED ORNAMENT OUT NOW

Posted in christmas, Music, music news, punk, Punk rock, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on December 5, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Osaka Popstar - O Holy Night - promo cover - digital single - 2014

Osaka Popstar gives this timeless classic Christmas carol a punk rock makeover with their intense and inspiring version of the traditional “O Holy Night”.

The single features longtime Misfits and Ramones collaborator John Cafiero (Vocals), backed by a lineup of Dennis Diken (The Smithereens) Drums, Sal Maida (Cracker, Milk & Cookies, Roxy Music) Bass, and Dean Rispler (The Dictators NYC, Voluptuous Horror of Karen Black) Guitar.

Osaka Popstar - glass ornaments - xmas - super hero - 2015

Get the new single FREE with the Ltd Ed Deluxe Glass ornament! The “Super Hero” Xmas variant artwork by Josh Howard (“Dead @ 17” comics) is beautifully showcased on rich royal blue glass with glitter star highlights, star wraparound, and Osaka Popstar logo screen printed on the back. In stores or order online at the Misfits Records and Osaka Popstar Online shops.

Also available at @ iTunes, Amazon and digital music providers worldwide.

Check out the new single in streaming audio at New Releases Now.

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Stone Says: You just gotta love Osaka Popstar cause once again, Punk Rock lives through the masterly creativity of John Cafiero! O Holy Night is given the Punk Rock treatment that became immediately habit-forming for me! This new Punk cover of a Christmas classic is a necessary need, for all of us who love genuine Punk and Rock ‘N Roll! Whoa!

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE OSAKA POPSTAR.

Stone.

THRONE OF VENGEANCE – Need Help To Find Their Stolen Trailer

Posted in Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news, Thrash Metal with tags , , , , , on December 4, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Throne Of Vengeance - promo band pic - #33 - 2014

Some pretty bad news to come out of the Throne of Vengeance camp with the band’s trailer stolen from their storage unit just east of Calgary, AB last week.

Please share the following pic below of the trailer/RV storage and keep your eyes peeled and call the police if spotted.

Description: The trailer has TOV lettering spray painted in red on the passenger side, a chrome checker plate splash guard on the front, a white roof vent, and an interstate shield decal on both sides at the rear. License plate #4DC181.

Throne Of Vengeance - Stolen Trailer - 2014 - December 4th

Throne Of Vengeance – Hands Tied (Live At The Ship & Anchor Pub)

Throne of Vengeance – Live Evil

Throne Of Vengeance – Black Eye (Compilation Music Video)

ALSO:

Soundcloud – Live Evil – https://soundcloud.com/throne-of-vengeance/live-evil

Soundcloud – Black Eye – https://soundcloud.com/throne-of-vengeance/black-eye?in=throne-of-vengeance/sets/live-evil

About TOV: Bridging the gap between metal and rock with help from dual guitar harmonies, pounding drum lines and wide-ranging vocal harmonies, Calgary’s Throne of Vengeance released their EP ‘Live Evil’ on October 19, 2013 that echoes the band’s signature thrash-tinged rock.

“‘Live Evil’ is “a collection of songs based on our experiences in the last two years, covering everything from a close friend’s imprisonment for a victim-less crime to the realization of humanity’s demise to the contrast between good and evil and life and death,” says drummer Trevor Cobb.

Throne Of Vengeance - Live Evil - promo cover pic - 2015

“If there’s anything we would like people to take away from the record, it’s that you should be your own person, do what makes you happy, be aware of your world and be real. We have the power to control our own destiny. Together, we are more powerful than any world leader.”

Having shared the stage with numerous legends over the years, including Kill Devil Hill, 3 Inches Of Blood and Stephen Pearcy of RATT, Throne of Vengeance is ready to take things to a whole new level with Live Evil. Are you ready for a major ‘bangover’?

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Track Listing: Throne of Vengeance – Live Evil

  1. Black Eye (4:10)
  2. All In The Way (4:22)
  3. Hands Tied (3:32)
  4. Live Evil (4:58)
  5. Terminal Velocity (4:26)
  6. Impact (From The Top Of The World) (5:55)
  7. Congregate (As One) (4:10)

Total Time: 31:33

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Source: Asher Media Relations

For more info, please visit: www.ThroneofVengeance.com

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE THRONE OF VENGEANCE.

THRONE OF VENGEANCE KICKS LEGIT, 100% METAL ASS.

LONG LIVE METAL.

Stone.

CREAM -1966 – 1972 (6 LP box set) Releases On December 15th, Via UMe

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

Cream - vinyl box set - 1966-1972 - promo pic - #2014

Universal Music Enterprises is proud to present Cream: 1966 1972, which brings together this epic band’s six, career-spanning studio and live albums together in a vinyl box set for the very first time. Each LP retains authenticity with original artwork and will be pressed on 180 gram, heavyweight audiophile vinyl. All are housed in a structured slipcase box.

This British rock supergroup was formed in 1966 and their sound was characterized by a hybrid of blues rock, hard rock and burgeoning psychedelic rock as performed by Eric Clapton’s innovative blues guitar, Jack Bruce’s operatic voice and fluid bass playing, and Ginger Baker’s jazz-influenced drumming. Cream soon evolved further, creating a trademark approach built around each musician’s virtuoso playing. The band’s imaginative lyrics were often written by poet Pete Brown.

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Sources for all above: UMe, Amazon.com

* For more info on CREAM:

Facebook: Cream – Band

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE THE LEGACY OF CREAM.

REST IN PEACE, JACK BRUCE.

Stone.

DEWAR PR – Releases Free Digital Compilation

Posted in Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , on December 3, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Dewar PR - logo - red-black-2014

Back in the day people used to make mixtapes for each other on actual cassette tapes. With the coming of CDs, CD compilations became a big thing. The internet age in the 21st Century is fastly eroding the physical in music and digital is how everything is done. Compilations and mixtapes have not died away though and thanks to such streaming sites like Bandcamp, Soundcloud and YouTube, people can freely share their favourite tunes.

Dewar PR, which specialises in effective Heavy Metal and Hard Rock publicity, has put together a digital compilation of some of the most interesting tunes coming from the Heavy Metal underground at the moment. This collection of songs represents what Dewar PR strives for: discovering talent deep in the underground and providing it with the media coverage it deserves.

The compilation is available for free streaming and download via MetalRecusants. (URL: http://metalrecusants.com/2014/12/03/dewar-pr-releases-free-compilation-via-metalrecusants/)

For more information regarding Dewar PR, please visit us on Facebook, Twitter or simply email us at dewarpr@gmail.com

Included on this digital mixtape are bands that have worked with Dewar PR and those who haven’t but we thought that you would enjoy.

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MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE DEWAR PR.

LONG LIVE METAL.

Stone.

SCION AUDIO VISUAL SHARE EXTENDED INTERVIEW WITH SLAYER’S TOM ARAYA

Posted in Metal, metal bands, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on December 3, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Tom Araya - Slayer - Scion AV - interview pic - #2014TA

SLAYER’s Tom Araya talks about the fans, forthcoming studio album and competing with other bands:

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Source: Speakeasy PR & Marketing

More info: http://www.scionav.com

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE SLAYER.

LONG LIVE SCION A/V.

Stone.

ANGUS YOUNG Of AC/DC – Is Guitar World Cover Feature For January 2015 Issue

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , on December 3, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Guitar World - January - 2015 - Angus Young Issue

As reported by Guitar World:

Guitar World’s January 2015, Malcolm Young was the heart and soul of AC/DC until he was sidelined by devastating illness. Angus Young speaks of his brother and the bands triumphant new album Rock or Bust.

This January 2015 issue is on sale now and can be ordered by clicking the link below:

http://www.guitarworld.com

ACDC - Rock Or Bust - promo album cover pic - 2014 - #12

AC/DC ROCK OR BUST released on December 2nd, 2014, in North America, via Columbia Records.

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* For more info on AC/DC:

http://www.acdc.com/us/rockorbust

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE AC/DC.

LONG LIVE METAL.

STAY STRONG, MALCOLM YOUNG.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – December 3rd…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , on December 3, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

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

On December 3rd, 1978 – Aerosmith performed a concert at the Springfield Civic Center, in Springfield, Massachusetts. 1978 was a year where Aerosmith were touring between two studio albums: 1977’s Draw The Line and 1979’s Night In The Ruts.

The Who - Who Are You - Promo album pic!

On this day in 1979 – Eleven fans of The Who were trampled to death during a stampede, to claim general admission seats for the band’s concert at the Riverfront Coliseum in Cincinnati. The Who were touring in support of their 1978 studio album: Who Are You. May these eleven fans of The Who rest in peace.

Ace Frehley - KISS - 1978 solo album - promo pic - #001AF

On December 3rd, 1980KISS performed their last concert with co-founding member/original guitarist Ace Frehley at Western Springs Stadium in Auckland, New Zealand. “Space Ace” reunited with KISS once again for their 1996 reunion tour.

Guns N Roses - Classic Logo - #551966GNR

On this day in 2002Guns ‘N Roses performed a concert at the Hartford Civic Center, in Hartford, Connecticut. Whoa!

The Warriors Way - promo movie poster pic - #2010WW

On December 3rd, 2010The Warrior’s Way is released on wide-screen. This Action/Fantasy/Western film stars: Kate Bosworth, Geoffrey Rush, Danny Huston, Tony Cox and Jang Dong-gun. The Warriors Way was written and directed by Sngmoo Lee.

Happy Birthday - promo banner - #2014BD

God Bless Ozzy Osbourne - promo DVD cover pic - #77733

OZZY OSBOURNE

On December 3rd, 1948, Ozzy Osbourne was born. Happy Metal Birthday, Ozzy! Hell, whoa! Ozzy Osbourne (in case you didn’t know) is a co-founding member, vocalist and songwriter for the iconic Black Sabbath. Ozzy’s solo career is stuff of legend as well, with eleven studio albums to his credit; that’s more studio albums than Black Sabbath has recorded with Ozzy as vocalist (which is eight).

The original Black Sabbath lineup of Ozzy, guitarist Tony Iommi, bassist Geezer Butler and drummer Bill Ward were inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in 2006.

Above photo: The DVD cover for the documentary God Bless Ozzy Osbourne, released in 2011 via Eagle Rock Entertainment. This documentary was produced by Ozzy’s son Jack Osbourne.

Blizzard Of Oz - promo band card - circa 1980 - Ozzy Osbourne

Before Ozzy Osbourne went solo with his name alone, his band was originally named: Blizzard Of Ozz. This formidable lineup that Ozzy assembled all played on his debut solo album, which was aptly titled: Blizzard Of Ozz. The legendary lineup included: Ozzy, Randy Rhoads on guitar, Bob Daisley on bass and Lee Kerslake on drums and Don Airey on keyboards. Rest in peace, Randy Rhoads.

A ton can be said about the longevity, milestones and success of Ozzy Osbourne. Two things that can never be disputed are Ozzy’s dedication to Heavy Metal and being a tried and true ambassador for the genre, spanning five decades.  Metal be thy name and long live Ozzy Osbourne!

Ozzy Osbourne - Memoirs Of A Madman - promo cover pic - #2014OO

Above is the front cover for the newly released: Ozzy Osbourne – Memoirs Of A Madman. This greatest hits package includes seventeen songs which span Ozzy’s illustrious solo career. This album was released on October 14th, 2014, via Legacy.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

VENOM – “From The Very Depths” – New Studio Album Releases January 27th, In North America

Posted in Black Metal, Metal, metal music, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , on December 2, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Venom - Rage - Cronos - Dante - 2014 - publicity photo - #201526

(Photo Credit: Spinefarm Records)

NEW VENOM ALBUM LAUNCH CONFIRMED

The new VENOM album, From The Very Depths, will be available on January 27th, 2015, via: Spinefarm Records / UMG [Spine710386]. Containing 14 new songs and will be released on CD and Download formats. (Gatefold 4 x disc Vinyl Albums becoming available later). Spinefarm Records will also release a Single EP from the album; details coming soon.

Cronus (bass & vocals), Rage (Guitar) and Dante (drums) have returned with a follow-up to 2011’s studio album Metal masterpiece: Fallen Angels.

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FROM THE VERY DEPTHS – Track List:

ERUPTUS

FROM THE VERY DEPTHS

THE DEATH OF ROCK N ROLL

SMOKE

TEMPTATION

STIGMATA SATANAS

CRUCIFIED

EVIL LAW

GRINDING TEETH

OUVERTURE

MEPHISTOPHELES

WINGS OF VALKYRIE

RISE

Venom - Large Classic Band Logo - B&W

Formed back in 1979 in Newcastle Upon Tyne, VENOM have been a major influence on the Thrash Metal, Extreme Metal and of course Black Metal genres. Metal heavyweights such as Slayer and Metallica have acknowledged their influence and importance, throughout the years. The name VENOM equates to non-commercial, blue-collar and real Metal. VENOM was and shall always be synonymous with pioneering Black, Thrash and Dark Metal. Metal be thy name – Stone

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* For more info on VENOM:

Website: http://www.venomslegions.com

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE VENOM.

LONG LIVE METAL.

Stone.

EISREGEN And DEBAUCHERY – Special Guests At HATEFEST 2015 Extended Shows!

Posted in Metal, metal music, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , on December 2, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Hatefest - 2015 - promo tour flyer - Six Feet Under - Vader - #2015MMB

EISREGEN + DEBAUCHERY At HATEFEST 2015 w/ Six Feet Under + Marduk + Vader + Hate, this April 2015!

Presented by Blast!, Legacy, Metalnews.de, Noizeletter & RockHard

Events Info:

03.04.2015 – AT Wien – Gasometer – http://www.facebook.com/events/362759693884489

04.04.2015 – CH Pratteln – Z7 – http://www.facebook.com/events/309007212627621

05.04.2015 – DE Essen – Weststadthalle – http://www.facebook.com/events/698225953608453

10.04.2015 – DE Geiselwind – Musichall – http://www.facebook.com/events/747792118640501

11.04.2015 – DE München – Backstage – http://www.facebook.com/events/376785465813147

12.04.2015 – DE Berlin – Postbahnhof – http://www.facebook.com/events/1582349615332541

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* For more info on HATEFEST:

Facebook: Hatefest

www.hatefest.eu

(Source: Massacre Records)

Massacre Records - M Logo - 2014

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

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – December 2nd…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on December 2, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

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

On December 2nd, 1976KISS performed a concert at the Mid-South Coliseum, in Memphis, Tennessee. KISS had released two studio albums, via Casablanca Records, back in 1976, with Destroyer and Rock And Roll Over, respectively. Whoa!

Judas Priest - Killing Machine - promo album cover pic - #1979RHMG

On this day in 1979 – The legendary Judas Priest performed a concert at Hemmerleinhalle in Neunkirchen am Brand, Germany. This was one of many, many dates on Judas Priests’ Killing Machine/Hell Bent For Leather Tour.

Styx - Cornerstone - promo album cover pic - #1979TSDY

On December 2nd, 1979 – The Styx power ballad, Babe, was a big hit on FM radio. This song is featured on the ninth studio album from Styx, released in 1979: Cornerstone. Tommy Shaw plays lead guitar and Dennis DeYoung is the lead vocalist on Babe.

Def Leppard - Photograph - promo 45rpm - single cover sleeve - #1983PC

On this day in 1982Def Leppard filmed the music video for their smash hit, Photograph, in Battersea, London. This video was the video debut of guitarist Phil Collen. The song Photograph is featured on the third studio album from Def Leppard: Pyromania.

Van Halen "Diver Down" large promo album pic!

On December 2nd, 1982Van Halen performed a concert at the Mid-South Coliseum, in Memphis, Tennessee. Van Halen were touring in support of their fifth studio album: Diver Down.

Great White - The Angel Song - promo CD single photo - #1989GWTI

On this day in 1989Great White hits #30 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with their hit: The Angel Song. This song is featured on the fourth studio album from Great White, released in 1989: …Twice Shy.

Van Halen - For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge - promo album cover pic - #1991SH

On December 2nd, 1991Van Halen performed a concert at the Pyramid Arena, in Memphis, Tennessee. Van Halen were on tour supporting their ninth studio album: For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge. This album (aka) F.U.C.K. was released in June of 1991.

Alice Cooper - classic bloody logo - #6671966

On this day in 2003Alice Cooper was awarded a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. Metal be thy name!

Happy Birthday - promo banner - #2014BD

Rick Savage - publicity photo - circa mid - 80s - #777RS

RICK SAVAGE

On December 2nd, 1960, Rick Savage was born in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England. Happy Rockin’ birthday, Rick! Whoa, yeah! Rick Savage is famously known as the bassist and co-founding member for the legendary Def Leppard. Rick Savage is also a multi-instrumentalist, backing vocalist and songwriter for Def Leppard. Long live Rick Savage and Def Leppard! Whoa.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

JEFF BECK Announces 2015 Solo Tour Dates; New Studio Album in the Works

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Music, music news, rock guitarists, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on December 1, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Jeff Beck - publicity photo - 2014 - December 1 - #0033

Rescheduled ZZ Top Dates Also Confirmed

(Los Angeles) It was announced today, Jeff Beck will headline a string of solo dates, beginning April 16th with a pair of intimate engagements in Huntington, New York before wrapping up on April 26th in Greensburg, PA.  Beginning April 30th in Cedar Park, TX, Beck and ZZ Top will make-up the rescheduled dates from this past September when the hugely successful double-bill tour was cut short due to an unfortunate injury to ZZ Top bassist, Dusty Hill.

“We’re so glad that Dusty made a full recovery and now, we are looking forward to getting back out there and finish what we started,” stated Beck.

Beck’s career took off in the mid-1960s, after replacing Eric Clapton as lead guitarist for The Yardbirds on the recommendation of his friend Jimmy Page. He played on several of the rock group’s hits, such as “Heart Full of Soul,” “Shapes of Things” and “Over Under Sideways Down.”  Over the years, Beck has collaborated with Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Mick Jagger, Tina Turner, Roger Waters, Les Paul, Jon Bon Jovi, Stanley Clarke, Herbie Hancock and Joss Stone among many others.

Beck has twice been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: once with The Yardbirds in 1992 and once as a solo artist in 2009. He has won numerous Grammy Awards, including two at the 2011 Grammy Award Celebration when he won Best Rock Instrumental Performance for “Hammerhead” and Best Pop Instrumental performance for “Nessun Dorma”, both from his last studio album, Emotion & Commotion.

Recently, in London, Beck participated in The Poppy Appeal song “No Man’s Land”, a tribute to the men and women that served in World War I, resulting in 4 performances, culminating in the NFL pre-game entertainment that was broadcast from Wembley Stadium. The song featured singer Joss Stone on vocals and a gospel choir with vocals arranged by Antonia Wilson.   In the meantime, a DVD of Beck’s Tokyo concert from April of this year was released on November 25th.  For Beck, 2015 looks to be a banner year.  In addition to both solo and co-headlining dates with ZZ Top, Beck will complete work on his new studio album, expected next year.

Joining Beck on both the solo and double-bill tour are his band – Jimmy Hall on Vocals, Rhonda Smith on bass, Jonathan Joseph on drums and Nicolas Meier on guitar.

Jeff Beck Solo Dates – all solo shows on sale Dec. 5:

April 16 The Paramount Huntington, NY
April 17 The Paramount Huntington, NY
April 18 The Capitol Theatre Port Chester, NY
April 19 Orpheum Theatre Boston, MA
April 21 Ulster Performing Arts Center Kingston, NY
April 22 Bergen Performing Arts Center Englewood, NJ
April 24 Count Basie Theatre Red Band, NJ
April 25 The Strand – Capital Performing Arts Center York, PA
April 26 The Palace Theatre Greensburg, PA

With ZZ Top:

April 30 Cedar Park Center Cedar Park, TX *
May 1 Winstar Casino Thackerville, OK
May 2 Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion The Woodlands, TX
May 3 Concrete Street Corpus Christi, TX
May 7 MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre Tampa, FL
May 8 Cruzan Amphitheater West Palm Beach, FL
May 9 St. Augustine Amphitheatre St. Augustine, FL
May 10 Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre Alpharetta, GA

*On-Sale Date TBD

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Source: MAD Ink PR

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE JEFF BECK.

LONG LIVE ROCK ‘N ROLL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – December 1st…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, movies, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , on December 1, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Aerosmith - Dream On - 45rpm - single - promo pic - #1973AST

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.

Billy Squier - Essential Billy Squier - promo album cover pic - #33

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

National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation - promo movie poster - pic - #1989CC

On December 1st, 1989National 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.

Heart - Standed - single cover sleeve - promo - #1990ANW

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

Nirvana - Nevermind - large promo album pic!

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

Wild Bill - promo movie poster pic - #1995GB

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.

Machine Head - promo band pic - Bloodstone & Diamonds - 2014 - #77MH

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.

Ace Frehley - publicity pic - 2014 - #38009

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.

Happy Birthday - promo banner - #2014BD

John Densmore - Batteur Magazine - promo cover pic - 2014 - #282

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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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

MASSACRE RECORDS “Massacre Soundcheck Vol. 1” Available Online Now!

Posted in Metal, metal music, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , on November 30, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Massacre Records - Soundcheck Volume 1 - promo cover pic - 2014

MASSACRE RECORDS proudly presents “Massacre Soundcheck Vol. 1” feat. Maverick, Messiah’s Kiss, Coronatus + Debauchery!

Listen to it on Spotify here: http://open.spotify.com/album/7nYjsGpGPOAS3HHfMU2T95

It’s also available on iTunes – 4 songs for 1,49€ only! Click here: http://geni.us/MasRecSoundcheckVol1

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Massacre Records - M Logo - 2014

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

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE MASSACRE RECORDS.

Stone.

MESSIAH’S KISS – “Get Your Bulls Out!” Releases On December 5th, Via Massacre Records

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , on November 29, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Messiah's Kiss - Get Your Bulls Out - promo album pic - #2014MK

MESSIAH’S KISS – Livin In Paradise Pre-Listening:

MESSIAH’S KISS:

Mike Tirelli – Vocals

Jason Banks – Guitar

Georg Kraft – Guitar

Wayne Banks – Bass

Eckhard Ostra – Drums

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Here’s the ‪‎track list‬ of Messiah’s Kiss’ upcoming album Get Your Bulls Out!:

01. Livin In Paradise
02. Immortal Memory
03. Rescue Anyone? Rescue Me!
04. Survivor (Take A Ride On My Heels)
05. Time To Say Goodbye
06. Only Murderers Kill Time
07. Fuel For Life
08. Mission To Kill
09. Symphony Of Sin
10. Nobody Knows Your Name
11. Who’s The First To Die
12. Whisper A Prayer
13. Without Forgiveness
14. Buried Alive

Digipak Bonus Tracks:
15. Only Murderers Kill Time (Acoustic Version)
16. It’s No Good

Messiah's Kiss - Get Your Bulls Out! - promo album banner - band promo - #2014MKMR

* For more info on MESSIAH’S KISS:

Website: http://www.messiahskiss.com/

Massacre Records - M Logo - 2014

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

MetalOdyssey

MESSIAH’S KISS KICKS METAL ASS.

LONG LIVE MESSIAH’S KISS.

LONG LIVE METAL.

Stone.

JON STER – Guitarist Formerly With Lillian Axe And Brand New Machine Has Passed Away

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on November 29, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Jon Ster - Lillian Axe - Facebook Photo Credit - #112914

Photo Credit: Lillian Axe Facebook

As reported on the Brand New Machine Facebook page, via vocalist Brantly Thompson:

With a heavy heart and a lot of tears we say goodbye to our friend, our brother and co-founder of Brand New Machine, Jon Ster. He was the wittiest, tender hearted and one of the most talented guys I have ever met. His laugh was infectious and he would light up a room just by walking in. The world was a much better place with Jon in it and he left us a legacy of great music, a beautiful daughter and tons of amazing memories. I’m going to miss you and your famous one liners my friend. Thank you for being a part of my life. Rest well, I love you brother.

-Brantly

Jon Ster

R.I.P.

11/29/2014

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As reported on the Lillian Axe Facebook page:

Today is a sad day. Former Lillian Axe guitarist Jon Ster passed away this morning. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers.

Jon you will be missed.

Rest in peace our brother.

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The Metal Odyssey family extends condolences to the family, friends, bandmates and fans of Jon Ster. May Jon Ster rest in peace.

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MetalOdyssey

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – November 29th – From KISS To VADER

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on November 29, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

KISS - Rock And Roll All Nite - promo single - 45rpm sleeve promo - #1975

On November 29th, 1975KISS hits #12 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart in the United States with their hit Rock And Roll Nite. This iconic song is  featured on the third studio album from KISS, released in 1975: Dressed To Kill.

Queen - Bohemian Rhapsody - promo cover pic - 1974FM

On this day in 1975Bohemian Rhapsody by the legendary Queen began a nine week run at #1 on the UK Singles Chart. This fabulous song is featured on the fourth studio album from Queen, released in 1975: A Night At The Opera.

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

On November 29th, 1982Metallica performed their first headlining concert in San Francisco. The opening act was Exodus, which featured future Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett. The following April of 1983, Kirk Hammett joined Metallica after the dismissal of Dave Mustaine, who later went on to form the ferocious Megadeth. Thrash Metal legends, all.

Iron Maiden - Somewhere On Tour - promo tour program pic - #198687

On this day in 1986Iron Maiden performed live at Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy, Paris, France. This was one of many gigs that Iron Maiden played on their Somewhere On Tour, in support of their sixth studio album: Somewhere In Time. Above photo: Tour program for Iron Maiden Somewhere On Tour 86/87.

Bon Jovi - You Give Love A Bad Name - promo single sleeve cover - 45rpm - #1975

On November 29th, 1986Bon Jovi hits #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with their hit You Give Love a Bad Name. This song is featured on the third studio album from Bon Jovi, released in 1986: Slippery When Wet. This #1 hit was written by Jon Bon Jovi, Desmond Child and Richie Sambora.

Doro - promo banner - #50 - 2013

On this day in 2002 – The spectacular DORO performed live at Komma in Wörgl, Austria. Long live, Doro Pesch. Whoa.

TNT - 30 year anniversary - promo logo - 1982 - 2012

On November 29th, 2012 – In celebration of their 30th Anniversary, TNT performed live in North Wales, UK, at the Hard Rock Hell Festival. Originating from Norway, TNT currently boasts the dynamite lineup of: Tony Harnell on vocals, Ronni Le Tekro on guitar, Victor Borge on bass and Diesel Dahl on drums.

Vader - large classic band logo - red background

On this day in 2012 – The fearsome VADER performed live at Klub Ucho in Gdynia, Poland. Death Metal legends = VADER.

Happy Birthday - promo banner - #2014BD

Barry Goudreau - solo album - promo pic - #1980BG

On November 29th, 1951, Barry Goudreau was born. Happy Rockin’ birthday, Barry! Famously known as a former guitarist and founding member for Hard Rock legends Boston, Barry Goudreau was also a founding member and played guitar for Orion The Hunter (1984) and RTZ, with the late Brad Delp.

Barry Goudreau also recorded a self-titled studio album with (the late) Brad Delp: Delp  And Goudreau. The two also recorded and released a hit single together, in 2007: Rockin’ Away. Pictured above is the cover for Barry Goudreau’s 1980 solo album. Former Boston vocalists (the late) Brad Delp and Fran Cosmo are both featured on this Bobby Goudreau solo album.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

DIO & FRIENDS “Stand Up And Shout” For Cancer – Picture Disc Made Available On Black Friday; Only 5,000 Copies, Worldwide!

Posted in Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on November 28, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

DIO - and Friends - picture disc - Black Friday - Release - 2014

Only 5,000 of these AMAZING Picture Discs were made available WORLDWIDE on Record Store Day Black Friday!

Side A features “Neon Knights”- Anthrax, “Rainbow In The Dark”- Corey Taylor, Roy Mayorga, Jason Christopher, Christian Martucci and Satchel and “Straight Through The Heart”- Halestorm!!!

Side B features “Neon Knights (Live)”- Dio, “Rainbow In The Dark (Live)”- Dio and “Straight Through The Heart (Live)”- Dio!!!

All monies received by the Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund from the sale of this picture disc will go directly to cancer research and to help find a cure! To find a participating Record Store Day Store near you, go to: www.recordstoreday.com

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Source: Facebook – Ronnie James Dio

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE THE LEGACY OF RONNIE JAMES DIO.

LONG LIVE METAL.

REST IN PEACE, RJD.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – November 28th – From The Kinks To GWAR

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , on November 28, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Kinks - You Really Got Me - promo single 45rpm - cover sleeve - #1964DD

On November 28th, 1964The Kinks peaked at #7 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with their hit You Really Got Me. This song was the first top ten single, from The Kinks in the United States.

The Who - Tommy - promo album cover pic - #1970#RD

On this day in 1970The Who hits #12 in the United States with their hit See Me, Feel Me from their 1969 studio double album: TommySee Me, Feel Me was not a track in itself on the original Tommy album; rather this song is included as the latter half of the album’s closer: We’re not Gonna Take It.

Iron Maiden - Large Classic Logo!

On November 28th, 1979Iron Maiden signed with EMI Records. Earlier in the month, Iron Maiden had recorded two songs for the compilation album Metal For Muthas, which was also released by EMI Records.

Foreigner - 4 - promo album cover pic - #1981MJ

On this day in 1981Foreigner hits #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with Waiting For A Girl Like You. This power ballad is featured on the fourth studio album from Foreigner, aptly titled: 4.

Pearl Jam - South America 2005 - promo banner pic - #2005EV

On November 28th, 2005 – During a Pearl Jam concert at the Gigantinho Gymnasium in Porto Alegre, Brazil, Ramones drummer Marky Ramone joined them onstage for a rendition of The Ramones’ I Believe in Miracles.

Cannibal Corpse - promo band pic - 2014 - #39173

On this day in 2014 – The mighty Cannibal Corpse perform a concert at Z7 Konzertfabrik, Pratteln, Switzerland. Cannibal Corpse are touring in support of their 13th studio album: A Skeletal Domain. This album was released in 2014 via Metal Blade Records.

In This Moment - Black Widow - promo cover pic

On November 28th, 2014In This Moment perform a concert at Myth in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The band is on tour supporting their 5th studio album: Black Widow. This new album was released this month, via Atlantic Records. Black Widow debuted impressively, at #8 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart, for the week ending December 6th.

GWAR - Corrosion Of Conformity - American Sharks - promo concert flyer - November - 2014 - Tremont Music Hall - NC

On this day in 2014 – The powerful GWAR perform a concert at Tremont Music Hall, in Charlotte, North Carolina, on their Eternal Tour 2014. Corrosion Of Conformity and American Sharks are the supporting bands. Metal be thy name!

Happy Birthday - promo banner - #2014BD

Paul Shaffer - W'ell be here for the rest of our lives - promo book cover

PAUL SHAFFER

On November 28th, 1949, Paul Shaffer was born in Canada. Happy Rockin’ birthday, Paul! Yeah! Paul Shaffer has been David Letterman’s musical director, bandleader and sidekick for over 30 years, earning his spot in Late Show history with “The World’s Most Dangerous Band”. Paul Shaffer was also a member of Saturday Night Live’s house band, during the pioneering era for this show, from 1975 until 1980. This dynamic performer played the memorable synthesizer solo on Scandal’s 1982 hit single: Goodbye To You.

Paul Shaffer played piano and keyboards on 1984’s The Honeydrippers: Volume One, a hit chart album which featured Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, Jeff Beck and Nile Rodgers. On Joe Walsh’s ninth studio album from 1991, Ordinary Average Guy, Paul Shaffer plays both piano and keyboards. In 1995, Paul Shaffer appeared/played keyboards in Blues Traveler’s music video for the song Hook.

During 1998,  Paul Shaffer was featured on the hit game show: Hollywood Squares. In 2010, Shaffer appeared with Bachman & Turner at the Roseland Ballroom in New York City. His appearance was included on the live Bachman & Turner album which was recorded on that date. On October 6th, 2009, Paul Shaffer’s autobiography We’ll Be Here For the Rest of Our Lives: A Swingin’ Show-biz Saga was released. (See top photo). An incredibly impressive resume has Paul Shaffer achieved; there’s simply not enough space here to list it all! Metal be thy name!

Matt Cameron - Drum! - promo magazine cover - issue 198

MATT CAMERON

On November 28th, 1962, Matt Cameron was born in California. Happy Rockin’ birthday, Matt! Whoa! Matt Cameron is famously known as being a drummer for both Soundgarden and Pearl Jam. Back in 1990, Matt was joined up with the supergroup: Temple Of The Dog and was also a drummer and songwriter for the mid 80’s Grunge band: Skin Yard.

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Stone - 2011 Photo #1

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

CORONATUS – “Cantus Lucidus” Available For Pre-Order On iTunes; Releasing On December 5th, Via Massacre Records

Posted in gothic metal, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on November 28, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Coronatus - Cantus Lucidus - promo album cover flyer - itunes - #201411

Pre-order Coronatus’ new album “Cantus Lucidus” on iTunes and download the instant grat track “Schnee & Rosen” right away! Click here: http://geni.us/CoronatusCLiTunes

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CORONATUS:

Carmen Lorch – Vocals,

Anny Maleyes – Vocals,

Olivér – Guitars,

Pinu’u Remus – Keys & Orchestra,

Mats Kurth – Drums

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Coronatus are an amazingly gifted band from Germany, featuring duo female vocalists and play Symphonic and Gothic Metal.

For more info on Coronatus: www.coronatus.de

Massacre Records - M Logo - 2014

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

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE CORONATUS.

LONG LIVE METAL.

Stone.

VENOM To Perform Entire NEW ALBUM On Board 70000TONS OF METAL!

Posted in cruises, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on November 27, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Venom - New Album World Premiere - 70000Tons Of Metal - promo flyer - 2015 - #33

Vancouver, BC / Miami, FL / Hanover, Germany – November 27, 2014

Legendary Metal band VENOM have confirmed that they will join 70000TONS OF METAL on its voyage from Florida to Jamaica in January 2015.

VENOM will play two sets on board, one will focus on greatest hits and one will be an Exclusive Live World Premier of their forthcoming new album which will be released later in 2015.

Originally formed in 1978 and hailing from the English town Newcastle Upon Tyne, this will be VENOM’s 14th studio album.

VENOM will join the 60 band roster of 70000TONS OF METAL 2015, including Alestorm, Amorphis, Annihilator, Apocalyptica, Arch Enemy, Artillery, Behemoth, Blind Guardian, Cannibal Corpse, Crucified Barbara, D.A.D., Einherjer, Ensiferum, Equilibrium, God Dethroned, Grave Digger, Heathen, In Extremo, Kataklysm, Korpiklaani, Lake Of Tears, Michael Schenker’s Temple Of Rock, Municipal Waste, Napalm Death, Origin, Primal Fear, Tank, Therion, Threshold, Triosphere and Xentrix.

70000TONS OF METAL, The Original, The World’s Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise, will sail Thursday, January 22, 2015 aboard the Royal Caribbean “Liberty Of The Seas” from Fort Lauderdale, Florida to Ocho Rios, Jamaica and will not return you to the real world until Monday, January 26, 2015.

There are very few tickets remaining, prices start at US$666 plus US $333 taxes and fees per person and include all on-board entertainment, non-alcoholic and non-carbonated beverages, all meals in the dining rooms, most on-board restaurants and even 24 room service!

Venom - Large Classic Band Logo - B&W

Source: Ultimate Music Cruises, Inc.

Check out www.70000tons.com for more information.

MetalOdyssey

LONG LIVE VENOM.

LONG LIVE 70000TONS OF METAL.

Stone.