Monthly Archives: April 2012

ANTHRAX (Joey Belladonna) INTERVIEW

Posted on April 8, 2012 by Yiannis

ANTHRAX (Joey Belladonna) INTERVIEW Joey Belladonna may be a legend of the 80s Metal scene but it only takes a couple of minutes in his presence to realise what a positive, polite and down to earth person he really is. … Continue reading →

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TAURUS TRAKKER – Building Ten

Posted on April 7, 2012 by jason

Second album from this west London duo of Martin Muscatt (vocals/guitars) and Allison Phillips (drums/vocals). They even have a rather special guest in the Clash’s Mick Jones, who adds his guitar to the title track. Musically this reminded me of … Continue reading →

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A SILENT ESCAPE, LIMOZINE, TROCORN album reviews

Posted on April 6, 2012 by jason

A Silent Escape – A Silent Escape (S-a-N PR) A Silent Escape are a new Swedish quartet who bring together the pop punk melodies of Millencolin and Alkaline Trio and add a harder, nu metal edge to the package. It … Continue reading →

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WOLFSBANE original line-up UK tour October 2012

Posted on April 5, 2012 by jason

***Original Line Up’s October 2012 UK Tour confirmed following rave reviews for new ‘Wolfsbane Save The World’ studio album*** Blaze Bayley – Vocals Jase Edwards – Guitars Jeff Hately – Bass Steve ‘Danger’ Ellett – Drums “Wolfsbane were originally founded … Continue reading →

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CASABLANCA – Apocalyptic Youth

Posted on April 4, 2012 by jason

The old adage never judge a book by its cover, or in this case an album sleeve, rings true here as looking at Casablanca you’d think the CD would be all glam/sleaze rock. Wrong! This is one heck of a … Continue reading →

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10 Q’s with the GYPSY PISTOLEROS

Posted on April 4, 2012 by jason

Vocalist Lee Pistolero answers the Q’s…seriouslsy do check this band out as they are unique and define good time rock ‘n’ roll… 1. What are you currently up to? Hi Jason amigo. We are currently sorting out the final 16 … Continue reading →

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BRYAN FERRY, CHIC feat. NILE ROGERS, SKINDRED for Guilfest 2012

Posted on April 4, 2012 by jason

Organisers have scored a major coup for GuilFest 2012 as Art Rock legend BRYAN FERRY CBE is confirmed to headline the main stage on the night of Sunday 15th July at GuilFest 2012. Regarded as the embodiment of high glamour, … Continue reading →

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Exumer interview

Posted on April 3, 2012 by jason

Vocalist Mem Von Stein answers the Q’s from Chris Martin… For starters, welcome back to the metal world! Why the long wait for new Exumer? We were getting so much mail over the years and it really did not stop … Continue reading →

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JAMIE HARTMAN – III

Posted on April 3, 2012 by jason

Flat Cap Records 2012 Jamie Hartman was the vocalist with now defunct indie rockers Ben’s Brother (I seem to recall seeing and liking the song they performed on the Graham Norton Show) and this is his debut solo album. Already … Continue reading →

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SHINEDOWN – Amaryllis

Posted on April 3, 2012 by jason

Roadrunner 2012 Shinedown return with their fourth album and their first since 2008’s ‘Sound Of Madness’. They have also stuck with that album’s producer Rob Cavallo (Meat Loaf/Green Day). I must admit I have missed out on this band previously … Continue reading →

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YOU HAD ME AT HELLO, TWISTER & THE SCRATCH reviews

Posted on April 3, 2012 by jason

You Had Me At Hello! – Take It Off (S-a-N PR) Take It Off is a 6 track debut EP by these pop punksters and it’s a good starting point. Blink 182 have obviously been a big influence here, most … Continue reading →

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FOREIGNER – Alive And Rockin’

Posted on April 1, 2012 by jason

Eagle Records 2012 This live CD was recorded at Germany’s Bang Your Head festival back in 2006. The line-up back then would have included not only Mick Jones and vocalist Kelly Hansen but Jason Bonham on drums and long standing … Continue reading →

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GEORGE GAKIS – Too Much Ain’t Enough

Posted on April 1, 2012 by jason

Perris Records 2012 George Gakis has been releasing albums since 1989 and toured and supported many artists in his native Greece including Whitesnake, Glenn Hughes, Dokken et al. On this latest album he has a few top name guests including … Continue reading →