1. DEATH ALLEY MOTOR CULT
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Death-Alley-Motor-Cult/276917487784
http://www.deathalleymotorcult.com
Death Alley Motor Cult brings metal back to where it belongs, to the forefront of radio. Start with a dose of blistering guitar work, a thunderous rhythm section, growling vocals and you have an idea what Death Alley Motor Cult is all about. Check out “American Nightmare”:
2. THE ELECTRIC BOA
http://www.facebook.com/TheElectricBoaOfficial
In a flash of bright, colorful, iridescent light The Electric Boa don’t just remind you of all things rock, they ARE all things rock – now, yesterday and tomorrow. Here is “Horse” live:
3. GHOST
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ghost-the-band/145511608861548
I have loved this band since I found them. In the process of spreading the word I have bought several of their CDs and passed them along to friends. Here is my favorite track:
4. RIVAL SONS
http://www.facebook.com/rivalsons
a couple of years ago a friend told me about this band. I have liked them ever since. Blues based straight up Rock N’ Roll have kept this band in my ears. They made a breakthrough with the 2011 release of “Pressure & Time”. They have just released “Head Down” on 09/17/12 I recommend you grab it. Here is their new video for “Keep On Swinging”:
5. THE GATES OF SLUMBER
http://www.facebook.com/thegatesofslumber
http://www.slumberingsouls.com
This is another band recommended to me by a friend. They are new to me but a definite like. Heavy DOOM and hard charging music makes this band a worthwhile listen. Check out “Coven of Cain” and let me know what you think!:
6. ABIOTIC
http://www.facebook.com/Abioticfl
from their bio: Abiotic is an American progressive, technical death metal band from Miami, Florida that has recently signed to Metal Blade Records. The five-piece group consists of vocalist Ray Jimenez, bassist Alex Vazquez, drummer Andres Hurtado and guitarists Matt Mendez and Johnathan Matos. The band has released two singles and a seven song studio EP entitled ‘A Universal Plague’. “Vermosapien”, the second track on the EP, has recently been featured on the quintet’s first music video, directed by Dan Drescher.Abiotic is agressive, melodic, technical and musical, to say the least. They’ve been compared to bands like The Faceless and Veil of Maya. Mixing technical riffs, brutal break downs, and solos that will leave you breathless, makes this five-piece assault an act that fans won’t ever want to miss. Here is “Vermosapien”:
7. MURDER FM
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Murder-FM-Official/339855065055
I got to see these guys a few weeks ago. Great band, very tight, awesome stage performance and great guys to talk to. I see great hings with this young band. They out on the road and earning their stripes! Here is their new video for “tWIST3D l0V3 sTORY” :
8. BLACK SPIDERS
http://www.facebook.com/theblackspiders
http://www.theblackspiders.com
So I just love this band period! Getting out, getting done with pure Rock N’ Roll music. Bringing the fun back into Rock but at the same time ready to kick your ass at the drop of hat. Thanks guys! Here’s “KISS Tried To Kill Me” :
9. BLACKBERRY SMOKE
http://www.facebook.com/BlackberrySmoke
I have a deep seated love for southern rock. I grew up listening to old school country and hippie rock. Southern Rock was a natural progression for me. I found Blackberry Smoke recently and new immediately I would like them. With bands like them Southern Rock and its legacy will stay true. Here is “Ain’t Much Left Of Me” :
10. BLACK WATER RISING
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Black-Water-Rising/14816181590
http://www.blackwaterrising.com
I heard this band on satellite radio one day and had to know more. What I found is a band whose attitude is “What you see is what you get”. No frills, groove laden Rock N’ Roll. This band sees regular play in my rotation. Here’s the KILLER track “Brother Go On”:
Interesting, my favorites off this list all have Black in their name. I am already a Rival Sons fan but I can definitely see myself listening to The Black Spiders, Blackberry Smoke and Black Water Rising. I am sure you have heard of Black Country Communion? Another killer “Black” band 🙂
Thanks for posting.
-M Beard