Tag Archives: metal

Kvelertak – Kvelertak (Deluxe Edition)

Posted on January 26, 2012 by J

A deluxe edition of the self titled Kvelertak album is now available from Prosthetic Records.  Strictly limited to 5000 copies Worldwide and including an 8 panel digipak with expanded artwork, new booklet, poster, bonus tracks and a DVD for $15! … Continue reading →

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Now Playing: 2012 pt. 2

Posted on January 21, 2012 by J

OK so far so good in 2012… Anneke Van Giersbergen – Everything Is Changing (PIAS, 2012) I was smitten with Anneke the very first time I heard her in the Dutch ‘trip rock’ band The Gathering.  She sings with incredible … Continue reading →

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Anvil!

Posted on May 25, 2011 by J
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Now Playing

Posted on March 25, 2011 by J

TsuShiMaMiRe – Giving Blood: Saw this all girl Japanese band live at SxSW a few years ago.  They’ve had some trouble getting records released in the US, but it looks like this one will be available stateside. Agalloch – Live … Continue reading →

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Free Download: Diablo Swing Orchestra

Posted on March 5, 2011 by J

If you’re in the mood for something a little different…try this: Diablo Swing Orchestra – The Butcher’s Ballroom http://www.jamendo.com/en/artist/Diablo_Swing_Orchestra_%282%29

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NYC Sucks…but at least it’s Free…

Posted on February 23, 2011 by J

Download NYC Sucks Vol. 2 for Free from your friends at MetalSucks.net 1. Wetnurse – “Not Your Choice” 2. Tombs – “The Great Silence” 3. Moth Eater – “Aftermath” 4. Hull – “Healer” 5. The Austerity Program – “Song 6″ … Continue reading →

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Kvelertak – Kvelertak (2010, Indie Recordings)

Posted on February 19, 2011 by J

Kvelertak means Stranglehold in Norwegian and that’s just what they have on me at the moment.  I’m a new music junkie and will check out just about anything if the suggestion comes from a trusted source.  Saw these guys mentioned … Continue reading →

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Free Devin Townsend EP

Posted on February 15, 2011 by J

Yay free music! I love when labels give you free music for doing something really simple like helping to spread the word about an upcoming release or a tour.  Let’s face it, you were probably going to do it anyway, … Continue reading →

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2011 So Far

Posted on January 25, 2011 by J

I pledged to try and be better about keeping track of what I listen to in 2011 so I thought I’d post a little update to prove it. January 1 Soilwork – A few friends have been raving about the … Continue reading →

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53rd Annual Grammy Award Nominees

Posted on December 2, 2010 by J

I don’t really like the Grammy’s, I just don’t think there’s much credibility to them anymore.  Think of the over 100 categories and the people who are eligible to vote on them.  A classical expert can pick a Cajun record … Continue reading →

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