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PHILIP H. ANSELMO Talks Record Store Day and the Comeback of Vinyl Records with FORBES MAGAZINE‏

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PHILIP H. ANSELMO Talks Record Store Day and the Comeback of Vinyl Records with FORBES MAGAZINE

Earlier this week, Forbes Magazine (Forbes.com) posted an in-depth piece on the comeback of vinyl and Record Store Day, written by Tim Clark. In a time where people are quick to label the current state of the music industry as “failing” or “experiencing a downfall”, Tim Clark points out that the independent record store experience illustrates otherwise.

 

Down vocalist and Housecore Records CEO Philip H. Anselmo was interviewed for the piece, and gave his personal thoughts on the rise in record store activity and how it supports growth in the music business and community. As one of the leading voices of the recent indie label and independent music takeover, Forbes looked to Anselmo has a voice of authority.

 

From Forbes piece: “When he was younger, Anselmo used to constantly scour underground record stores and to this day still believes in the vinyl format. “Record Store Day promotes this type of passion of having the actual product in your hand instead of just a download,” said Anselmo. “I love having the full album, art, lyrics and I think vinyl sounds better. And as a label owner, it makes me happy to see that people slowly but surely want to have this tangible copy in their hands instead of a free [expletive] download, which is driving me [expletive] bananas.”

 

Record Store Day is now celebrated on the third Saturday every April is the one day that all of the independently owned record stores come together with artists to celebrate the art of music. Forbes calls Record Store Day, “an industry phenomenon.”

 

To read the full article, visit this direct location.

 

MICHAEL MONROE: Iconic Rock ‘N’ Roll Frontman Releases New Studio Album, ‘Horns and Halos’, on August 27th 2013 via Spinefarm Records‏

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MICHAEL MONROE: Iconic Rock ‘N’ Roll Frontman Releases New Studio Album, ‘Horns and Halos’, on August 27th 2013 via Spinefarm Records

New Video/Single for ‘Ballad Of The Lower East Side’ Released TODAY via YouTube

 

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In 2010, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and uber-energetic front-man and all-round rock ‘n’ roll legend MICHAEL MONROE unveiled his new side project in grand style via an exclusive press conference. Flash forward six months to a full UK tour with Motörhead, and another few months to the release of Another Night in the Sun, a globally-anticipated live album that teased fans clamoring for a final, polished taste of the new project. Finally, roughly a year after MICHAEL MONROE’s original public reveal, the band released their first critically-acclaimed full-length release, Sensory Overdrive, produced by Jack Douglas (Aerosmith, John Lennon). The album went on to win Classic Rock Magazine’s ‘Album Of The Year’ award and landed at #1 on the charts in MM’s Finnish homeland.

 

In 2012, after touring throughout the UK in support of Sensory Overdrive, Monroe announced that he would go back into seclusion to prepare for the band’s next offering. Monroe’s touring and recording outfit, comprised of bassist Sami Yaffa (ex-Hanoi Rocks/New York Dolls), guitarist Steve Conte (ex-New York Dolls/Company Of Wolves), guitarist Dregen (Backyard Babies, formerly of Hellacoptersfame) and drummer Karl ‘Rockfist’ Rosqvist (ex-Chelsea Smiles/Danzig), worked tirelessly in the studio, providing creative support for a frontman whose reputation is genuinely global and whose influence continues to be felt, with musicians of all ages (from Dave Grohl to the original Gun n’ Roses members) citing Michael’s ground-breaking career as a source of inspiration.

Now after several months, the wait is over.  MICHAEL MONROE can finally reveal that the band’s upcoming studio album, Horns and Halos, will hit stores everywhere on August 27, 2013 via Spinefarm Records. The band offers a taste of the new album in the form of a new single and video for the track ‘Ballad Of The Lower East Side’, which can be watched now via YouTube at this location.

 

The track includes a nod to Michael’s early days in New York, a city he moved to for a decade following the mid-’80s break up of glam punk pioneers, Hanoi Rocks. The clip – directed by celebrated videographer/photographer Ville Juurikkala, who has photographed Michael for the past 10 years as well as working with Linkin Park, Good Charlotte and HIM, amongst others – features archive footage and photos of Michael in prime Big Apple mode, interlaced with current live and backstage scenes.

 

“The song ‘Ballad Of The Lower East Side’ is about New York and especially The Lower East Side – what it was way back in the days when I lived  there, how times have changed and how it is nowadays.,” states MICHAEL MONROE. “New York has always been an important city to me since I lived there for 10 years. Two members of our band still live there.  It’s the City of all Cities.”

 

 

Stay tuned for more information coming soon about Horns and Halos. To stay up to date on all things MICHAEL MONROE, visitwww.michaelmonroe.com or www.facebook.com/michaelmonroeofficial.

 

 

Hard Rock Legends SKID ROW Release New EP ‘United World Rebellion – Chapter One’ TODAY – Streaming in Full via Loudwire.com Now‏

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Hard Rock Legends SKID ROW Release New EP ‘United World Rebellion – Chapter One’ TODAY – Streaming in Full via Loudwire.com Now

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Today marks the release of SKID ROW’s new EP, entitled United World Rebellion – Chapter One, marking their first new music released in seven years. The New Jersey hard rock legends announced that this EP is the first in a series of EPs that they plan to release in the near future. In celebration of today’s release, Loudwire.com is streaming United World Rebellion – Chapter One in full for 24 hours. Listen now at this location.

 

“United World Rebellion – Chapter One is musically a return to our roots in the sense that it has given us a new found energy and enthusiasm,” states Rachel Bolan. “We have once again become the 16 year old kids playing air guitar in the mirror. We know this EP will connect with our amazing and loyal fans, which without whom we wouldn’t have been here in the first place.”

 

 

See what the press is saying about United World Rebellion – Chapter One:

 

·         “The songs, all still penned by masterminds Rachel Bolan and Dave “The Snake” Sabo, still hold true to the attitude-soaked punk-leaning riffs the band built its name on.”  -AllMusic.com

 

·         “Overall, United World Rebellion – Chapter One is a powerful comeback for SKID ROW, that shows them embracing their roots and creating six standout tracks that can easily sit amongst the band’s classics. Any fan of their earlier works, as well as any hard rock or hair metal fan, should look into purchasing this album for themselves.” –Ultimate-Guitar.com

 

·         “The long awaited five tracks are packed with more of everything that made SKID ROW legendary.”  – Lithium Magazine

 

·         If you enjoyed any of the Bach fronted SKID ROW records, you owe it to yourself to check this out… United World Rebellion – Chapter One is a solid addition to the SKID ROW catalogue and I am excited to see what “Chapter Two” will offer. – Metal-Temple.com

 

 

United World Rebellion – Chapter One reignites the youthful energy and blistering sound that SKID ROW is recognized for around the world. The band is poised to once again take over in the new age of heavy metal using the potent songwriting collaboration that built SKID ROW, in the form of Snake Sabo and Rachel Bolan. Although striving to reintroduce themselves and try something different, these boys are still strong in their roots. They got older, but SKID ROW never really grew up. United World Rebellion is still the youth gone wild.

 

 

SKID ROW U.S. TOUR DATES:

4/19 – Corona, CA @ M15 Concert Bar

4/20 – Tucson, AZ @ Pima County Fair

5/31 – Jim Thorpe, PA @ Penns Peak

6/1 – Toledo, OH @ Toledo Bikefest

6/28 – Denver, CO @ Cassleman’s

6/29 – Acoma, NM @ Sky City Casino

7/12 – Dayton, OH @ House of Rock

7/13 – Woodhaven, MI @ Civic Center Park

8/5 – Sturgis, SD @ Glencoe Campgrounds

8/9 – Des Moines, IA @ Iowa State Fair Budweiser Stage

8/11 – Nashua, NH @ Evolution

8/15 – Lynchburg, VA @ Phase 2

 

 

For more information on SKID ROW, visit these websites:

www.skidrow.com

www.facebook.com/OfficialSkidRow

twitter.com/OfficialSkidRow

twitter.com/UnitedWR

 

The song that best defines the spirit of who I am

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During a discussion yesterday about the impact of music on our lives the topic of defining songs came up. The question was posed “What single song defines who you are?” I pondered this question for a bit and came to only one conclusion, Rainbow- “Long Live Rock N’ Roll”. It simply states my feelings on the music I love. There is not a second of any day when a song is not running through my head. Someone once told me that if they were to cut me music notes would bleed out of me. “Long Live Rock N’ Roll” indeed!

 

 

it’s loud, it’s dirty, it’s ROCK N’ ROLL!

the Hellion

GET TO KNOW THE VOODOOS!

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https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Voodoos/196825298360

http://tinmanmerchandising.com/thevoodoosband/

 

     How would you act if you had the chance to open for Queensryche on tour? Probably geek out and act fool like I would. Not these lads from Ireland. This band hit the stage running and didn’t let up until their set was done. 

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     Fresh and with a kickass rockin’ sound, The Voodoos brought their A game to the show. 

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     I got to meet the band after the show and chat a bit. I found them quite charming and still full of piss and vinegar. We picked up their debut CD and asked them to sign it. I gave them my copper and gold Sharpies to use and they fell in love with them, so they were donated for the cause, use them well boys!

thanks guys

thanks guys

"V" for Voodoos!!!

“V” for Voodoos!!!

     Thanks for the show, and the hospitality guys, hope to hear more from you soon!

Ladies and Gentlemen....THE VOODOOS!!!

Ladies and Gentlemen….THE VOODOOS!!!

     Here’s a taste to whet your whistle:

     it’s loud, it’s dirty, it’s ROCK N’ ROLL!

     the Hellion

 

QUEENSRYCHE STARRING GEOFF TATE – 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF OPERATION MINDCRIME 04/12/13 SHOW REVIEW

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     From the opening notes of “I Remember Now” to the closing notes of “Eyes of a Stranger”, Operation Mindcrime was played in its entirety  to perfection at The Hard Rock Casino in Albuquerque, NM on 04/12/13. No breaks, and no interruptions, the story of Operation Mindcrime was told to completion. Never mind about controversy and nay saying, THIS was Queensryche at its finest. Like a superhero calling forth his team mates, Geoff Tate has assembled a rock solid lineup.

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     With Robert Sarzo (Hurricane, and was considered as Randy Rhoads replacement for OZZY), Simon Wright ( AC/DC, Dio, UFO, Rhino Bucket, John Norum, Tim “Ripper” Owens, Mogg/Way), Randy Gane (Myth), Kelly Gray (Myth, Slave To The System), and the LEGENDARY Rudy Sarzo (OZZY, Quiet Riot, Whitesnake, M.A.R.S., Manic Eden, Michael Angelo Batio, Dio, Bassinvaders, Tim “Ripper” Owens, Animetal USA), you can’t go wrong.

Robert Sarzo on fire!

Robert Sarzo on fire!

Kelly Gray in charge!

Kelly Gray in charge!

Somewhere behind this kit is Simon Wright

Somewhere behind this kit is Simon Wright

Rudy Sarzo showing us how bass is done!

Rudy Sarzo showing us how bass is done!

After totally annihilating us with their blistering rendition of Operation Mindcrime, Geoff finally broke his silence and talked to the wildly enthusiastic crowd.  “You want more?” he queried. Queensryche then launched into a four song encore set. “Silent Lucidity”, “I’m American”, “Jet city Woman”, and closing with “Empire”. Geoff and crew continued to whip the crowd into submission until the very end. It was awesome to see the massive crowd singing in unison to these great songs.

the crowd says it all!

the crowd says it all!

 

     Thanks Geoff, Robert, Rudy, Kelly, Simon, and Rudy S. for giving us a memorable evening and keeping the music of Queensryche true to form!

at the meet and greet

at the meet and greet

Funny story from the meet and greet. I happen to have a Tri-Ryche tattoo on my right arm. I also happen to have a green Happy Bunny tattoo wearing a blue shirt with my daughters nickname on it. In the process of showing Geoff my Tri-Ryche tattoo he asked “What’s with the green bunny?” A nice moment of levity with Queensryche.

 

I would like to give a special shout out to Jeff Albright from THE ALBRIGHT ENTERTAINMENT GROUP  for making it possible for me to cover this show.

 

 

it’s loud, it’s dirty, it’s ROCK N’ ROLL!

the Hellion

 

 

 

 

Guitarist Randy “The Arsonist” Cooper talks about past, present, and the future.

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I met Randy a few years back and was amazed by his playing and his style. I stayed in sort of a disjointed contact with him through the internet throughout that time. I found out in passing that we shared some common friends in the music world. Randy even played on my good friends Scattered Hamlets’ new release Skeleton Dixie. Randy and I finally caught up and had a great conversation about the events in his life. Enjoy and leave some feedback!

      it’s loud, it’s dirty, it’s ROCK N’ ROLL!

the Hellion

Zakk TV? Now our miserable lives are complete!

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     A very cool series from the Boss himself. Now if only we had some Black Label Crunch cereal or Skully Charms with marshmallow guitars to go with it!!! Enjoy, my BLS Family, and GI/FD!

it’s loud, it’s dirty, it’s ROCK N’ ROLL!

the Hellion

WORNSTAR CLOTHING WELCOMES NEW GM – KURT ARFT!!!!

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http://www.wornstar.com/

https://www.facebook.com/wornstar?fref=ts

Special Announcement: WORNSTAR CLOTHING has a new secret weapon. Kurt Arft officially joins the Wornstar team as GM. Kurt has been a big supporter since the beginning and has volunteered his time over the past couple of years and stepped up to help Stephen and Sylvia without question. He’s been a true loyal friend so it was easy to bring him on board as an essential piece to our ever growing puzzle. Join us in officially welcoming Kurt to the team. www.facebook.com/kurt.arft

     I want to personally congratulate my good friend Kurt. There is no one more deserving than this hard working guy! I know he will take Wornstar even further than they have already gone! I am a Wornstar for life!!!

     it’s loud, it’s dirty, it’s ROCK N’ ROLL!

the Hellion

the Hellion interviews THROW THE TEMPLE on Rock U-Night!!!

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THROW THE TEMPLE

     I get to interview some awesome bands. Usually they are uneventful mellow and smooth interviews. Not with Throw The Temple. Right out of the gate this was no ordinary interview. Fun, hectic, crazy, and all over the map, this was one of my favorite interviews to have done.

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yeah I’m trying not to laugh

     Here is the link tot he interview:

Please be warned I’m not responsible if you lose your mind while viewing! Please check out our pages Rock U-Night and on facebook at Rock U-Night Facebook!!!

     it’s loud, it’s dirty, it’s ROCK N’ ROLL!!

the Hellion