Unearth and Testament *Metal Monday*

Happy Metal Monday to everyone. I have been neglecting the blog for the last couple of weeks, I have no excuse for this so I decided to make it up to you all by doing a two for one. Up this week Unearth and Testament...



First up Testament, I have been into these guys for a while now even though they have pretty much been putting out the same album since the mid-90's. Billed as the poor man's Metallica, Testament really has never achieved the credit I feel they deserve. These dudes rock, I consider their best album to still be Practice what you Preach but Low does have some jams as well. Go check them out!



These guys are just itching to break out. Their newest album The March just dropped a couple of months ago and it is a non-stop fucking metal blast. It even has some very heavily punk-inspired riffs. So for you punk who are scared to join the metal fold this band might be the bridge you are looking for....im looking at you little pants!!

P.S. You can see both of these groups playing at the Scout Bar on June 2nd.

Metal Monday....a little late

Hi all,

So ive been pondering all weekend and this week about what to post, since most music news doesnt happen until late spring/early summer I decided to cover the biggest thing to happen this week. Metallica was inducted into the rock and roll hall of fame. Now this is a big deal for several reasons. The first being the greatest heavy band of all time is officially being recognized for their efforts. The second being that they have now broken down yet another door for heavy music in the mainstream. There are HUGE omissions in the hall. A few I can think of off the top of my head are Motorhead and Slayer. This entry will make it easier for these bands to be considered. Here is some coverage from the induction:



What was really cool about this performance was that Jason Newsted played with them.

Battle Studies

A lot of you clown on me for liking him, but I will still contend that John Mayer is one of the greatest talents of our generation. He is doing things musically that capture the spirit of Jimi and Stevie Ray. He is currently working on his new album and is blogging the whole experience you can find it here:

Another reason to love him is that he is a huge nerd and embraces the whole internet culture with a passion. Plus..Tim...he has a Kindle. Check out Battle Studies

Upcoming Shows *Metal Monday*

Happy Metal Monday to everyone out there in internet land!!

Since there are no new albums or upcoming ones I thought I would share my thoughts about some upcoming shows that I am pumped about:

4.24.09 Lamb of God and As I Lay Dying

*This is gonna be a super badass show! I have seen Lamb one other time, and while underwhelming I hope they fired the sound guy and replaced him with one that actually can hear. I am also pumped to see As I Lay Dying, I love the record so lets see what they can do live

7.18.09 Rise Against and Rancid

*I am so fucking down for this show. I am in love with Rise Against and I am excited to see the spikes and patch-filled jean jacket crowd that Rancid brings. While not one of my favorites Rancid serves their purpose.

8.15.09 Meyhem Festival

*OMG OMG OMG Barring any upcoming announcements this is the show of the year. Slayer, Marlyn Manson, All That Remains, Cannibal Corpse, The Black Dhalia Murder, plus a shit ton more. I am already there in spirit. METAL!!


**5.6.09 Flight of the Conchords

*While not metal in any way, I am really curious to see how this pans out. I love this show and the record. They are hilarious, Jermaine and Bret 4 ever!!

HELL YEAH

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Metallica Guitar Hero *Metal Monday*

Hello all,

I am back from the wonderful world of the Big Easy, or as Id like to call it "Old Detroit". New Orleans is the true armpit of America, New Jersey ain't got shit on it. But I digress, this week sees the release of Guitar Hero:Metallica which is going to be epic for sure. I foresee many a night in my underwear jammin' out to Ride the Lightening or Battery. I cant wait to get my hands on it, plus as a bonus since I pre-ordered it I get a double bass pedal for my kit. METAL!!!!!

Remembering Nana

St. Patrick's day has been a bittersweet day for me for a long time. On the one hand it is a celebration of my Irish heritage, on the other hand it marks the anniversary of the day my great-grandma died. Now this year is a special year in that it marks 15 years since that day. I was lucky in that I got to know and live with Nana for so long. Most kids dont ever even meet their great-grandparents much less have them lend a hand in raising them. Here is to you Nana, I hope you and Bumpaw are in a happy place!! Happy St. Patrick's Day