CHEMICAL TREE:
http://www.facebook.com/chemical.tree?fref=ts
“Gun To My Head”:
ALL HAIL THE YETI:
http://www.facebook.com/officialallhailtheyeti?fref=ts
“The Art Of Mourning”:
UPDATE: Here’s the show link to listen at your leisure! Listen to my new episode BleachBANGS/ Chemical Tree and All hail the Yeti. at http://tobtr.com/s/3895299. #BlogTalkRadio
And when we walk away there’ll be no coming home…
So I’ve fallen in love with this track from the Over The Under CD.
Fast a cleansed soul re-birthing
See to be and understand your flipside
You want nothing in return (4x)
All is cry until the laughing
There is more between the sky and earth
That is beyond our philosophy
Unknown
You want nothing in return (4x)
[ Lyrics from: http://www.lyricsmode.com/lyrics/d/down/nothing_in_return_walk_away.html ]
The closest that needs you (needs you)
The closest surrounding you (surrounding you)
Will walk away (6x)
The closest that needs you (needs you)
The closest surrounding you (surrounding you)
The closest that needs you (that love you)
The closest surrounding you (surrounding you)
Will walk away (12x)
You want nothing in return (4x)
And when we walk away there will be no coming home (8x)
I have been thinking about a conversation I recently had with a friend about growing old. I recently turned 48 years old and I still find excitement and joy in Rock N’ Roll. I’m not your typical 48 year old, I have long hair, earrings, numerous tattoos, I write a music blog, co-host an internet radio show, and created an internet video music show. I am twice the age of a lot of my friends. And yet, we have meaningful conversations, I give them advice, and we discuss pertinent world issues.
I feel that music knows no age, it is timeless. Through my entire life it has been a constant friend to me, always there, always comforting, never questioning me, never belittling me, always my companion.
My mom always had music on when I was growing up. When my first step-dad wasn’t home it was Rock N’ Roll. Creedence Clearwater Revival, Jackson 5, Rolling Stones, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Led Zeppelin, Beatles, Temptations, The Who, Santana, Sly & the Family Stone, Isley Brothers, David Bowie, MC5 were but a few of the many bands my mom introduced me to. My step-dad however, only listened to country music. Johnny Cash, Jack Greene, Jerry Lee Lewis, Sonny James, Buck Owens, Loretta Lynn, Glen Campbell, Merle Haggard, Bill Anderson, Tammy Wynette, Charley Pride, and Conway Twitty were some of his staples. I was five in 1969 and all of this music had me hooked, I was in love with music. I enjoyed the Rock N’ Roll more than the country (As an adult I would later come to respect the country music). Music became my anchor in the storm of my turbulent and dark childhood.
I was ten when my mom married my second step-dad and saved me (or so I thought) from the monster we had lived with. My new step-dad was a more of a free-spirit. Johnny Mathis,Cher,Terry Jacks,Redbone, Grand Funk Railroad, Elton John, Blue Swede, Jim Croce, Gordon Lightfoot, Wings, Three Dog Night, The Steve Miller Band, and Steely Dan filled my ears with glorious sounds. However, it soon became apparent that music would become my only friend. My mom and my new step-dad soon had no time for me and my newborn brother. They had lives to live and we were and interruption. Again it was a dark time for me. It was 1974.
1974 -1985 Many many things happened in those years, most I choose to put away and not reflect upon. A lot of music came and went of varying styles and trends. I was lost and wandering, but music was still there. Hard Rock and Heavy Metal became my music of choice ( I made some questionable choices in music during this period as well).
1985 I was reborn. I met my future wife and The Cult, AC/DC, Dio, Dokken, Kiss, Motley Crue, Scorpions, Ratt, Megadeth, Iron Maiden, and David Lee Roth were on the scene. My life became worth living and truly became joyful to me.
1990 I became a father and vowed to be there for my new son and treat him as I wish I had been treated as a child. We filled him with love, companionship, and music. Megadeth, Judas Priest, Anthrax, Pantera, Metallica, Alice in Chains, Warrant, Queensryche, Poison, and many others were often heard on radios and cassette players (yes cassette) in our home.
1993 My daughter was born furthering my joy in life. She was full of life and energy and completed my dream family. The music from that time carried on the “Metal Scene” was prevalent in our home in this period.
Present- I am 48! Oh shit! When did this happen? My kids are now young adults, I am still as much in love with my wife as I have ever been. and music is still a huge part of my life. I now write about, interview, and talk with people about music on a daily basis. I share my experiences, give advice, and share music both new, and old with many others. Music, yeah it can save you, it saved me.
the Hellion
https://thehellionrocks.wordpress.com/
A beautiful day in a dirty alley….
I thought it would be a typical day as I pulled into my parking spot behind the El Rey and Launchpad. I learned a valuable lesson today. Never ever sneak up on a group of guys in an alley way…. even if they are expecting you.
After a brief sprint and a much needed cigarette, I was able to have a really good chat with the guys from Knucklez Deep.
A lot of info from these dudes packed into a short visit. As we all were harassed by flies and our voices drowned out by planes flying overhead, The guys gave us some background, some insight to what is happening presently and a look towards the future. They are bringing their Brutality to you New Mexico and maybe another state or two very soon. Check out this interview on http://rockunight.com/ coming soon for all details, and Big Thanks to Knucklez Deep.
Cheers!
Charlie M.F. Owens
I was talking to a friend today and he asked me what I thought were the five best bass performances in Rock N’ Roll. Hmmm… hard question but I’ll give my opinion on it and see what happens. I love the bass and the weight that it gives to Rock music. So let’s check it out. Keep in mind these are in no particular order they are just the five that stand above the others.
1. Cliff Burton (METALLICA) “FOR WHOM THE BELL TOLLS” (LIVE) [CLIFF ‘EM ALL]
The aggressiveness of Cliff’s playing style in the intro to this song amazes me to this day. I will always remain in awe of him and wonder what more he would have given to us. Enjoy and remember:
2. JOHN ENTWISTLE (THE WHO) “BABA O’RILEY” (LIVE) 1978
The way John carries the song’s intro is magnificent. John’s solid performance style and coolness when he was laying down massive bass lines will forever influence bass players for years to come. Look at his hands, watch and listen:
3. GEEZER BUTLER (BLACK SABBATH) BASSICALLY/N.I.B.
What can I say, utter brilliance here. The riff is as iconic as any guitar riff. Geezer carries this song with majesty, a lot of bass players learn this bass line and try to honor it. I have seen Geezer play it live and it is just as magnificent as it is on record. Listen and get lost:
4. BILLY COX (JIMI HENDRIX) “DOLLY DAGGER”
Just listen to the bass line and you’ll hear why it is included. Billy was an amazing player period. If you’ve never heard of him look up his stuff and prepare to get blown away.:
5. STEVE HARRIS (IRON MAIDEN) “PHANTOM OF THE OPERA” (LIVE) 1980
Steve Harris and his monster bass runs make him one the most inspiring bassists in rock history. (Besides if I didn’t include Steve Eddie’s Mates would lynch me). I have always been inspired by Steve’s playing style. This is for you Eddie’s Mates:
By no means is this a complete list. There are so many more to list. These five however, jumped into my mind immediately. Please give me YOUR input!
the Hellion
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Yup that’s right the video for “Hedgeking” is out and you can see it right here:
the Hellion
I recently heard of a meeting between two guys that could change the world. Scattered Hamlet‘s own Adam Joad and Randy “The Arsonist” Cooper. One can only imagine the conversations that took place between them. Here’s a video link for an idea:
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=4387098711650
Rebels meeting Rebels
Make sure to go to Scattered Hamlet’s facebook page http://www.facebook.com/ScatteredHamlet?fref=ts and give ’em a like. Check out the Randy Cooper Crew at http://www.facebook.com/randcrewythc?fref=ts
Rock on my brethren, Rock on!
the Hellion
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That’s right folks, they’re back! On November 12th The Stones will release GRRR! A compilation album that will include two NEW songs! “Doom And Gloom”, and “One More Shot”. There will be two formats: the regular version will include 50 tracks, and the super-deluxe version that has 80 (YES I SAID 80!) tracks.
“Doom And Gloom” is a welcome track to me as it breathes some of the old swagger back into the Stones music. It feels like they are back to playing dirty, nasty, sleazy ROCK N’ ROLL again. Thanks guys! Check out the lyric video right here:
Alright, alright, alright! This weeks ten bands to check out is all about the METAL! Grab your denim, grab your leather, and get those horns HIGH! Let’s get to it!
1. SACRED MOTHER TONGUE
http://www.sacredmothertongue.com/
http://www.facebook.com/SacredMotherTongue
Sacred Mother Tongue is a British band that combines power, darkness, and intensity together to bring us some new excitement to the metal scene. Their EP “A Light Shines” dropped on Sept. 03.
2. WITCHCRAFT
http://www.witchcrafthome.com/
http://www.facebook.com/witchcraft
http://www.twitter.com/WitchcraftBand
Swedish doom metallers Witchcraft are back after a several year hiatus. Their new album “Legend” was released on Sept. 25th. The new album marks the recording debut of the band’s new members Simon Solomon (guitar), Tom Jondelius (guitar) and Oscar Johansson (drums). Magnus Pelander has stated that he will focus on his vocals without playing guitar anymore. A very strong release for this band.
3. SAINT VITUS
http://saint-vitus.tumblr.com/
http://www.facebook.com/saintvitusofficial
Lillie: F-65 is the eighth studio album by the American doom metal band Saint Vitus, which was released on April 27, 2012 (May 22, 2012 in the United States). This is the first Saint Vitus studio album since 1995’s Die Healing and the first to feature Scott “Wino” Weinrich on vocals in 22 years, since 1990’s V. It also marks their first album with Henry Vasquez on drums. Wino is back!!!!
UPDATE: At 4;30 in the morning in a truck-stop in the small town where I live I ran into Wino. We talked for a few minutes, about music, and what not. We then went to the tour bus and snapped a pic and they turned me on to their new CD: Lillie: F-65.
4. EVOKEN
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Evoken-Official/91505789372
Evoken is an American funeral doom metal band from Lyndhurst, New Jersey, that is influenced by the Australian band Disembowelment and the Finnish band Thergothon. The band name Evoken was taken from the Thergothon song found on the Fhtagn nagh Yog-Sothoth demo. The band was founded by guitarist Nick Orlando under the name Funereus in April 1992. It was with the original line-up of Rob (Bass/Vocals); Nick (Guitar); Phil (Guitar) & Vince (Drums) that they recorded what would be the only Funereus release, which was a rehearsal demo released in 1992. After briefly changing their name to Asmodeus the following year, the band eventually decided upon the name Evoken in 1994 after several line up changes. They headlined the Dutch Doomsday Festival in 2003 during a brief European tour of Holland, Belgium & the UK.Atra Mors is the fifth full-length studio album by American doom metal band Evoken. It was released through Profound Lore Records on July 31, 2012. The name atra mors is Latin for Black Death.
5. DUST BOLT
http://www.facebook.com/dustbolt
http://dustbolt.de
This band is a throwback to the early days of Slayer, Exodus, Kreator, and Testament. Young, and still full of aggression keep these guys on your radar! Their debut CD is called Violent Demolition. Seek it out and pick it up!
6. TESSERACT
http://www.tesseractband.co.uk
http://www.facebook.com/tesseractband
2011 was the year when UK progressive metallers TesseracT leaped from the internet underground to become the UK’s fastest rising international metal prospect. The debut album ‘One’, released in March, received a phenomenal response with music fans and the press alike, making many of the critics top albums of 2011 lists, including those in Metal Hammer and Classic Rock Prog magazines.
7. RED ENEMY
http://www.facebook.com/RedEnemy
Starting off in 2008 the Dublin based act Red Enemy have established themselves well amongst the Irish and UK metal audiences with they’re own unique blend of melodic metal, the band have recently released their second EP “What We Are Contained In, Is What We Are Worth” to critical acclaim from peers in Ireland and abroad.
8. EX DEO
OH SHIT! The Romans have metal! This band should have been with the Spartans. Great imagery, bad ass hooks, and swords? Don’t heckle this band or you’ll lose your head. For those about to rock…..
9. MOONSPELL
http://www.facebook.com/moonspellband
Moonspell is a Portuguese heavy metal band. Formed in 1992, the group released their first EP Under the Moonspell in 1994, a year before the release of their first album Wolfheart. The band quickly gained status and became one of the most recognizable metal bands from Portugal. Moonspell reached the Portuguese top first with their album Sin/Pecado, and were, along with Metallica and Iron Maiden, the only metal band to reach the first place of the Portuguese charts after the release of their album, Memorial, in 2006. With Memorial, Moonspell also became the first Portuguese heavy metal band to have a record certified gold status. They are also very popular in Germany, where Memorial entered at 68th in the Top 100 Chart.
10. ORCHID
http://www.facebook.com/orchidsf
Orchid are an “occult rock” band from San Francisco, California. The band formed in 2007 with a desire to create more than just a sound — they sought to craft an entire experience harkening back to the classic era of dark, heavy music and enigmatic artistry.
whew….
the Hellion
I have always loved the groove of this track. Do yourself a favor and check it out!
the Hellion
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