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7-2-08
Hello Everyone!
A few things have been updated in the last few days including a new batch of album reviews, the picks section, as well as the newest release dates.
For all of those who celebrate the 4th of July, have a great one and as always .... Keep it safe!
6-23-08
Hello all!
Just wanted to check in really quick for my own acknowledgement of George Carlin's passing. I know it's not about music or anything like that, but I was a very big fan of Carlin's comedy and the fact that he spit on political correctness. Believe me, he will definitely be missed. Now go out and spin a Carlin disc have laugh yourself silly.
More updates coming....
6-8-08
Hello Everyone!
Some updates to tell you about.
First up, I had the chance to chat with one of my favorite vocalists, Roy Khan from Kamelot. I was also a big fan of his previous band Conception so it was a treat to chat with him while they finish up preparations for the upcoming U.S. tour. You can get to that interview here or the usual links.
I also posted some new reviews including one for the new Journey album which is quite good. Filippino singewr Arnel Pineda is absolutely amazing. If you want to see what I mean, try a YouTube search and check out some of his videos with his previous band from the Philippines, the Zoo.
A big thanks also to my sis Janet for helping me transcribe that Khan interview. That helped alot!
Keep it safe and have a great week!
5-20-08
Hello Everyone!
Just checking in with more reviews. I am working on Picks for the month and a few other minor things. Probably more updates through the week.
Keep it safe!
5-4-08
Hello Everyone!
Just checking in with some updates to the website.
First off we have a few new reviews. Seems the classic hard rock bands are getting the studio stuff to the fans. Quite a few titles fit that title in the latest batch.
I also updated Picks with a few new albums for you to check out.
Upcoming titles have been updated for the entire month of May as well as the first week of June.
On the note of those classic bands, all I can say is that it's about time. Seems all of these bands had the same vision at roughly the same time. They are all releasing very good quality albums that stretch back in some form to the sound that originally carried them through some great album sales. This is what the fans have been wanting for a very long time and I really hope at this point that they are paying attention. This is the start of something good with old and new bands alike. I did notice that Whitesnake sprung into Billboard's top 200 at number 62 which is commendable. Keep in mind that about 10 years ago it was very un-cool to be of this genre. All I can say to those people is in your face. Good songs sell and thank the good lord that the 90's are in the history books because quite frankly, they sucked some serious ass as far as music goes.
This evolving scene will also test bands like Disturbed who thrived in the Nu-Metal market. Quite honestly, I am a b ig fan of that band and have heard some of their new stuff from 'Indestructable' and it is quite impressive. Keep in mind that members of that band did have a part in the more traditional metal scene and so it is natural that they could fit well into what is happening now. Sales dictate what happens. The bands are definitely ramping up, now it's the fans turn to support. Let's get music back on the map and start having fun again.
I'm off of my soapbox now!
Have a great week and keep it safe!
4-6-08
Hello Everyone!
Just checking in with a handful of reviews. Some more decent stuff in all varietys in this latest batch. Hope you enjoy. More to come!
One other piece of news I ran across today. Seems Nikki Sixx is now the President of Eleven Seven records. He definitely brings a different perspective then the usual suspects. We'll have to keep an eye on things here.
And last but not least, new albums are coming soon from bands such as Dokken, Motley Crue, Metallica, Def Leppard, and a few others. I'm hearing some very good things about all of these so far. It's nice that the scene is a bit more friendly and that the bands are choosing to do what makes them special in the first place. Now bring 'em on!
Have a great week and keep it safe!
