Tag: metal

May 16, 2017

May 7, 2017

Christageddon Release "I Am Who I Am"

This last week not only saw a new song from Pantokrator, but also we see a new song from Christageddon. An online project, led by Kristian of The Synics Awakening, has brought together musicians from Abated Mass of Flesh, Demonic Extinction, and now Segør from Blood Covenant.   The project has drifted between a few different styles over the years and from how it appears, Segør brings in a heavy symphonic element to the band. Synths that hearken Dimmu Borgir’s own iconic epic symphonic black metal combined with Segør’s own signature guttural snarls and growls create a beautiful yet darkened symphony of holy terror for all who dare to listen and heed the message.… Continued →

May 4, 2017

May 2, 2017

April 28, 2017

Introducing: The Broken Record Podcast

Check out this really cool new podcast called “The Broken Record Podcast“, brought to you by Tim Hopkins who is a DJ at the BrokenFM radio station up in Northern California. Listen to the debut episode below via SoundCloud. Andrew from Light The Way chats about the the new ep “Dude, Lame”, Matt Baird from Spoken talks about the new album campaign, and the guys in Flatfoot 56 chat about “Odd Boat”. You don’t want to miss this. The podcast will be up on iTunes soon.… Continued →

Facedown Records Sign Deathbreaker

Facedown Records have signed a new band called “Deathbreaker” and you can take a listen to their debut single “In Error”, below. Deathbreaker “Disconnect” due out on May 12th through Facedown Records. Pre-order this new record in a several different bundles right here. Their debut record was produced by Matt Bayles (Norma Jean, Mastodon) and if this single is any indication of what’s to come, this is going to be a mighty fine (heavy) album.
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April 27, 2017

AudioFeed Festival Lineup Announced

The music festival, known as AudioFeed Festival, has announced their 2017 lineup. The festival is similar to the legendary Cornerstone Festival, bringing in bands of all genres with Spirit filled messages (primarily). This year, there are punk bands, hardcore bands, and metal bands, including the legendary Living Sacrifice. The festival takes place on June 30th through July 2nd. Hope to see you there.… Continued →

April 24, 2017

Gideon - Cursed

Hardcore band, Gideon has a new album coming soon. It’s called Cold and it will be out on May 12th via Equal Vision Records. Gideon brings a heavy new approach to the album from what I’ve heard, and this song brings in Knocked Loose vocalist Bryan Garris. Check out this video below. Enjoy!
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April 17, 2017

10 Heavy Bands You Should Listen To

Well it’s been awhile since I’ve wrote one of these. So I hope you all enjoy and I hope you check these amazing bands out! Go headbang! 10. Every Knee Shall Bow Every Knee Shall Bow is a death metal band that started in 2002, with brothers Drew and DJ Wibblesman, but didn’t get going until 2008, when their two younger brothers came of age: Cole and Shane. Two years later, the band hired their friend Chris Hull and recorded an EP titled Weary Warriors.… Continued →

April 11, 2017

April 8, 2017

Introducing: Common and Creator

Check out the music of Common and Creator. They are an independent progressive metalcore band from Tucson, Arizona. They released their 6 song ep “The Narrow” last October. If you like the music of Between the Buried and Me, August Burns Red, Impending Doom, For Today, and Periphery you’ll probably dig this band. Pick up their ep direct from bandcamp, below. [Thanks Shadi for the links] Continued →

April 7, 2017

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March 28, 2017

Introducing: Diamonds to Dust

I’d like to thank our reader Shadi for sharing this awesome new artist with me. They are called Diamonds to Dust and their style ranges from Post-Hardcore to Rock and Metal. A totally refreshing take on a genre that has become oversaturated with stagnant sounds and a clone like circus. The band just released their new album titled “Aging of the Weary” through all digital networks and iTunes via Manifest Records. Check out their new music video for the song “Saturate” below. [Bandcamp]
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March 26, 2017

Consider Supporting Dallas Taylor After Horrible Accident

If you don’t know who Dallas Taylor is and haven’t heard the story of his horrific accident, then just read the facebook posts below and it’ll fill you in. Dallas has been a part of our music scene and hearts since the late 90’s first playing with Underoath on 3 releases and then with his band Maylene and the Sons of Disaster for 4 full length albums. He is in desperate financial need for his medical bills and is still suffering on a day to basis from his injuries.… Continued →

March 24, 2017

March 23, 2017

March 9, 2017

Royalty - The Dawn Retreat

Throwback Review 3: Royalty - The Dawn Retreat

Welcome to our third edition of throwback reviews. I know it has been a couple weeks since the last one, so I hope you’re ready for a good one. Today’s feature is The Dawn Retreat, who have recently reunited with a new single. While the new single shows a progression in sound and lyrical maturity, I invite you to follow me back to 2011 to the release of their first album. Royalty is 11 tracks (well, 12 if you have the CD with the acoustic bonus track) of late-teen, mid-to-late 2000s angst.… Continued →

March 7, 2017

March 4, 2017

Demon Hunter Release "Jesus Wept" to Pledgers

No I’m not going to share this song with anyone BUT I do want to share the lyrics. This is a powerful Demon Hunter song both musically and lyrically. Bringing back that classic HEAVY Demon Hunter sound along with guitar solos and banging, hard charging percussion. I’m loving this song. You can still pre-order this insane new album right here and get ready for the return of Demon Hunter in just a few weeks.… Continued →

March 3, 2017

Metal Pulse: A Tribute to Dale Huffman

Please read the following press release and consider picking up this compilation to support Dale’s family: Thursday February 9, 2017 the Christian Metal Community lost one of its most valuable players. Dale Huffman owner of Metal Pulse Radio succumbed to the cancer he had bravely been fighting the past couple of years. Dale was a family man, a great father, grandfather and husband to his wonderful family, as well as a great friend and supporter of many in the Christian Metal Community. Those friends and supporters truly showed their love of Dale when called upon for a very special tribute to him.… Continued →