Ministry has been a staple for industrial metal for as long as anyone can remember, 30 plus years if anyone is counting. On March 9, 2018, Al Jourgensen and Ministry is set to release AmeriKKKant on Nuclear Blast Records. Given the current state of affairs, Al Jorgensen’s’ Ministry has much to be angry about. At its core, this is a…
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I have an “Ultimate Favorites” playlist in my iTunes library. There are about 200 songs on it that I just never get tired of listening to. FIVE of those songs on that playlist belong to St. Louis rock quartet Cavo – “Champagne” and “Let it Go” from their major label debut release Bright Nights Dark Days and “Circles”, “Celebrity”, and…
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Phoenix, Arizona based EYES SET TO KILL are finally back with a new self titled album which was released February 16, 2018. The new album hits a new direction for the band, which aims for greatness. Band members include Alexia Rodriguez (vocals, guitar, and keyboards), Caleb Clifton (drums), and A. J. Bartholomew (guitars). As with any band evolution is part…
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Hailing initially from the Middle East, but now residing in Amsterdam, Kaoteon are set to release their new album on February 23 titled Damnatio Memoriae (which translates to the punishment of eradicating a person or figure from all memory or mention). This band has faced some censorship in the form of jail time and having police raids on their…
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Vexes is a metal band from the ashes of Vessl and A Life Once Lost. They are set to release their debut album Ancient Geometry on February 23, 2018. The band is comprised of: Charlie Berezansky (vocals, guitar, keyboards), John Klagholz (guitar, keyboards), Bobby Carpenter (bass), and Justin Graves (drums). I was not prepared when I first listened to this…
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John 5 and The Creatures (bassist Ian Ross and drummer Logan Miles Nix) newly released live album titled It’s Alive came out January 25, 2018. For anyone that knows of John 5, knows that he is an absolute guitar virtuoso. Truly hands down one of the top players in the guitar universe. JOHN 5 says about the recording of It’s…
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Our thoughts on the latest from the band MESSER! Breaking out of Dallas, Texas, Messer is set to take the airwaves by surprise by their take on modern rock. Bringing in elements of heavy guitar riffing and an anthemic, melodic chorus on their first single Make This Life, they are able to create a memorable track that will have fans…
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Considered as one of the leaders of new wave British Metal since the late 70’s, SAXON is back with their new album titled Thunderbolt which will be released on February 2, 2018 on Militia Guard. Continuing in the vein of 2015’s Battering Ram, their new release proves that they are not done, even after 40 years. Saxon distinguishes itself from…
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From Kenosha, WI, Saint Tragedy is set to release their EP on Pavement Entertainment titled Prolonging The Agony on January 26, 2018. The band consists of Wayne Wiginton (vocals), Matt Brudniewicz (guitar), Eric Serbedzija (bass), and Jason Scuffham (drums). Formed in 2008, the band has had time to formulate their modern rock sound. The EP contains six tracks that fits…
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Hailing from Chicago, The Outfit are set to release their self-titled debut on February 2, 2018 on Pavement Entertainment. Composed of brothers Mark (drums) and Matt Nawara (guitar), Andy Mitchell (guitar and vocals), and Mike Gorman (bass), The Outfit is set to bring back rock and roll in its truest form. No need for flash, when you can structure an…
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