Heavy Metal Thunder.

[1AZRAEL1]

Why is it I always discover bands after one of the member dies?

Quite a great piece of Doom Metal right here (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QFfZYyOgjhM) and here (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9TvcAMENJE&feature=relmfu)

And for those that like folk metal (and for those that are going to go see them at Soundwave in a few months time) Turisas - Supernaut (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9MC7VffvI2I)
These guys are amazing, cannot wait to finally see them.

[Hursticon]

After sifting through a shit-tone of .wma's courtesy of 1AZRAEL1 (Horrible, horrible things :p) and .mp3's courtesy of another mate, I spent quite a bit of time yesterday listening to Judas Priest (More than I have ever had) which is basically "The 1st time" I've listened to them and I've got to say: I'm a fan. :eek:;)

I'm, hence, currently listening to them via 'The Essential - Judas Priest' of which I purchased for $13.00 at JB-Hifi earlier this morning and I'm absolutely digging it! :cool:

2 Discs covering 30 years of Hella Metal, from a band I basically knew nothing about up until yesterday - F*** I love this genre! :D
(Subsequently; I've also identified that my tastes lie with bands that formed prior to 2000, specifically 1995 and earlier :p)

[Prowl]

Priest are the founders of that dual guitar speed metal sound that influensed so many of the earlier thrash bands.

That twin CD is a great way to be introduced to the might & power of the Priest.

[Demonac]

Pretty much everything of Judas Priest from 'Sad Wings of Destiny' to 'Defenders of the Faith' is well worth it.
After you are done with Priest, you can jump across to Mercyful Fate.

[Hursticon]

@Prowl & Demonac: They certainly are in many ways just as definitive as Sabbath were for the genre and I'm thoroughly loving the 34 Tracks tracks that I have in front of me! :D

As for Mercyful Fate, and by extension King Diamond, I do have a bit of their/his stuff as 1AZRAEL1 is a big proponent of 'em. :D:cool:
Indeed I shall have to give them a little more "Air Time" once I've finished gorging myself on Judas Priest. ;):p

[Hursticon]

Also, has anyone been viewing Metal Evolution (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMCXlcd1eVc) by Sam Dunn? - Man he does an excellent job! :eek:

[Hursticon]

To reiterate what I've said in another place, with regards to Tony Iommi's recent diagnosis of (Early Stage) Lymphatic Cancer:

I'd like to send the best possible vibes to Iommi, his family and those by extension, so that he might conquer this persistent scourge of humanity.


"Praise be to the Pantheon of Fallen Metal Gods; please aid this giant (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Iommi) in his hour of need so as to prevent the world from losing yet another of it's most treasured beacons of light".

[1AZRAEL1]

2 Discs covering 30 years of Hella Metal, from a band I basically knew nothing about up until yesterday - F*** I love this genre! :D
(Subsequently; I've also identified that my tastes lie with bands that formed prior to 2000, specifically 1995 and earlier :p)

I have a bunch of Priest as well, and my fav album would have to be Painkiller, though they are all fantastic.


Priest are the founders of that dual guitar speed metal sound that influenced so many of the earlier thrash bands.

One of the greats, even made leather metal :p


Pretty much everything of Judas Priest from 'Sad Wings of Destiny' to 'Defenders of the Faith' is well worth it.
After you are done with Priest, you can jump across to Mercyful Fate.

MF is another greatly underrated band, incidentally I have all their stuff, including the stuff King did before MF. Purely awesome stuff from them and King Diamond. One very unique vocalist.

[Demonac]

MF is another greatly underrated band, incidentally I have all their stuff, including the stuff King did before MF. Purely awesome stuff from them and King Diamond. One very unique vocalist.

Dani from 'Cradle of Filth' would get a lot of his inspiration from King.

A quick correction: MF released 2 albums before splitting up and letting King go his own way. They reformed again many years later. I think they are no more again, as King seems to release albums under 'King Diamond' only nowadays.

[1AZRAEL1]

Dani from 'Cradle of Filth' would get a lot of his inspiration from King.

A quick correction: MF released 2 albums before splitting up and letting King go his own way. They reformed again many years later. I think they are no more again, as King seems to release albums under 'King Diamond' only nowadays.

Ever heard COF cover of Devil Woman? King does guest vocals on it. Quite an awesome cover.

Talking about covers, Lita Ford singing Only Women Bleed (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgTl_-T-hVI). She does it well.

And a classic from a great Aussie Metal band Vanishing Point (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SE0dajnuHk&feature=related) and the song that first got me into them (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zw5loX5fWxs) when I saw it on Rage many many a year ago when they played good stuff. I bring this up, because after 8 years of searching (not very hard :p) I finally bought their debut album with those 2 songs on it. Fantastic band, I seen them on a few occasions. And a newer song of theirs. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muuixmV0Kyw&feature=related)

Another Aussie Classic Dungeon (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XTTRpsEijNo)

[Hursticon]

This is just awesome (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uU6U-8LP1DY&list=FLSzjClmAFyS4GhGz8Cy1RKg&index=1&feature=plpp_video) and adorable; Metal is definitely in safe hands. :D:cool:

[1AZRAEL1]

This is just awesome (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uU6U-8LP1DY&list=FLSzjClmAFyS4GhGz8Cy1RKg&index=1&feature=plpp_video) and adorable; Metal is definitely in safe hands. :D:cool:

Aside from it being Hardcore :p

I just love what Oderus Urungus of GWAR had to say about it.

"I found myself imagining the little girl being torn apart by a Manticore. But I mean, hell, it got like 8 million hits the second it came out, so there must be something cool about it."

[Hursticon]

Aside from it being Hardcore :p

I just love what Oderus Urungus of GWAR had to say about it.

"I found myself imagining the little girl being torn apart by a Manticore. But I mean, hell, it got like 8 million hits the second it came out, so there must be something cool about it."

Bloody Black Metalists... :rolleyes::p
I found his comment pretty amusing too, lol, a Manticore! :D

[1AZRAEL1]

I have to say, what could be better than a classical heavy metal album? Having Christopher Lee doing vocals :D

The dude is amazing, such a unique singing voice.

If you can get your hands on it, Charlemagne:By Blood and the Cross, is a fantastic album. Some great riffs, with Ol Drac singing is worth the money I spent getting it. So far I have only found it on Amazon, but sure you could find it on other sites online. Doubt you will ever see it locally.

[Hursticon]

New Fear Factory Album (http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=168744) - The Industrialist, due later 2012! :D

[5FDP]

New Fear Factory Album (http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=168744) - The Industrialist, due later 2012! :D

Shit yeah :cool: Hopefully a tour will follow. Haven't seen them live in years.

[Hursticon]

Shit yeah :cool: Hopefully a tour will follow. Haven't seen them live in years.

Me too; I was lucky enough to see them for the first time in January of 2010, they had a Sideways Show when they were out here supporting "Mechanize" at Soundwave.
(That was the last time they were out here I believe :cool:)

Even managed to get my shirt signed by both Dino & Burton, needless to say that shirt has never been worn nor seen the light of day since! :D

[5FDP]

Me too; I was lucky enough to see them for the first time in January of 2010, they had a Sideways Show when they were out here supporting "Mechanize" at Soundwave.
(That was the last time they were out here I believe :cool:)

Even managed to get my shirt signed by both Dino & Burton, needless to say that shirt has never been worn nor seen the light of day since! :D

Nice! I've seen them twice - once at Selina's Coogee Bay Hotel and then again at the Enmore. Both tours were early 2000's (I have the tix stubs at home).

At the Selina's gig, Dino threw his pick into the crowd and somehow I managed to snatch it out of the air in almost complete darkness. I have it framed at home :cool: You may recall that that was the show that Fear Factory was 'ambushed' by fans after the show because they stopped a few doors down from the venue to pick up pizzas. I wasn't one of those fans, but I remember the police rushing in and the van with the band inside speeding off.

[Prowl]

Nice! I've seen them twice - once at Selina's Coogee Bay Hotel and then again at the Enmore. Both tours were early 2000's (I have the tix stubs at home).

At the Selina's gig, Dino threw his pick into the crowd and somehow I managed to snatch it out of the air in almost complete darkness. I have it framed at home :cool: You may recall that that was the show that Fear Factory was 'ambushed' by fans after the show because they stopped a few doors down from the venue to pick up pizzas. I wasn't one of those fans, but I remember the police rushing in and the van with the band inside speeding off.

Ha ha I remember being at their no show gig in Sydney back in the 90's. Then there was a riot.......fun times & I managed to not get arrested.

[Hursticon]

Nice! I've seen them twice - once at Selina's Coogee Bay Hotel and then again at the Enmore. Both tours were early 2000's (I have the tix stubs at home).

At the Selina's gig, Dino threw his pick into the crowd and somehow I managed to snatch it out of the air in almost complete darkness. I have it framed at home :cool: You may recall that that was the show that Fear Factory was 'ambushed' by fans after the show because they stopped a few doors down from the venue to pick up pizzas. I wasn't one of those fans, but I remember the police rushing in and the van with the band inside speeding off.

I've heard mention of that happening but I can't say I know the full details but that sounds more or less like the sort of thing that'd happen. :D

You're a lucky bugger for having seen them twice dude (Waits for Azrael to start rubbing things in :p), but bloody well done on scoring that pick! - damn thing must've of been guided to your hand by the Metal Gods or something! :eek:
Framing it is an awesome idea too, I want to get that done for my shirt but I haven't the wall space as is. :rolleyes::o


Ha ha I remember being at their no show gig in Sydney back in the 90's. Then there was a riot.......fun times & I managed to not get arrested.

Hehe, they make mention of that on their 'Digital Connectivity' DVD - Sandra Sully reporting and all! :p:D

[Accel]

I have to say, what could be better than a classical heavy metal album? Having Christopher Lee doing vocals :D


Rhapsody of fire? :D

[1AZRAEL1]

Rhapsody of fire? :D

I have the Magic Of The Wizards Dream Single, great singing he does on that track, in all languages lol. But I'm talking about his solo CD, Charlemagne. Fantastic CD.

[1AZRAEL1]

The passing of another musician from bands I like.

Tonmi Lillman (http://legacy.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=169787), who's played in TO/DIE/FOR, SINERGY and AJATTARA, and now revealed was the new drummer for LORDI. Sad sad sad.

[Hursticon]

The passing of another musician from bands I like.

Tonmi Lillman (http://legacy.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=169787), who's played in TO/DIE/FOR, SINERGY and AJATTARA, and now revealed was the new drummer for LORDI. Sad sad sad.

I read that last night, indeed very sad indeed. :(

[5FDP]

Went to Soundwave yesterday. It was AWESOME :cool: So many bands over the space of 11 hours. The highlight surprisingly was Limp Bizkit (:eek:) with the biggest disappointment being the sound during Slipknot (waaaaay too distorted). All in all, I'm very tried and very sunburnt but it was worth it :D

[1AZRAEL1]

Went to Soundwave yesterday. It was AWESOME :cool: So many bands over the space of 11 hours. The highlight surprisingly was Limp Bizkit (:eek:) with the biggest disappointment being the sound during Slipknot (waaaaay too distorted). All in all, I'm very tried and very sunburnt but it was worth it :D

Limp was a big surprise, I only watched em coz I wanted a seat lol. And I am knackered coz I'd been up for 48 hours haha. Had to work day before, and basically 3 hours after the finish :p

Wish I grabbed your number beforehand, coulda found you somewhere.

But the band that blew me away (and knew they would lol) was Turisas. Those guys are just awesome.

[Accel]

Soundwave isn't until next Monday for us here. but I will be avoiding Slipknot. every time I see them live the sound quality is dreadful

[Hursticon]

Went to Soundwave yesterday. It was AWESOME :cool: So many bands over the space of 11 hours. The highlight surprisingly was Limp Bizkit (:eek:) with the biggest disappointment being the sound during Slipknot (waaaaay too distorted). All in all, I'm very tried and very sunburnt but it was worth it :D


Limp was a big surprise, I only watched em coz I wanted a seat lol. And I am knackered coz I'd been up for 48 hours haha. Had to work day before, and basically 3 hours after the finish :p

Wish I grabbed your number beforehand, coulda found you somewhere.

But the band that blew me away (and knew they would lol) was Turisas. Those guys are just awesome.


Soundwave isn't until next Monday for us here. but I will be avoiding Slipknot. every time I see them live the sound quality is dreadful

I'm so envious of the lot of you, I really wanted to see Coal Chamber but will have to resign to YouTube videos... :o
Glad to hear everyone enjoyed themselves, my younger Brother sure did but he said that Manson fell really flat and is a shadow of his former 'Live' self. :(

[Accel]

is Manson still a chunky guy?

[MindsetOverhaul]

it always takes me ages to find the best threads! i'm not gonna read back over 30 pages to see what has or hasn't been discussed already so don't dogpile me if i f#@k up.

Does anyway watch Metalocalypse?

[5FDP]

is Manson still a chunky guy?

Wasn't close enough to the stage (was sitting closer to stage 2 in the stands waiting for Slipknot) so couldn't tell. What I will say is that his set was the worst of the entire day. The guy girl whatever he is just didn't seem to care and the crowd responded in kind with the biggest roar reserved for the smoke machine testing going on over on stage 2. Anyway, what does he care... he probably got a couple of million just for showing up.

[Hursticon]

Wasn't close enough to the stage (was sitting closer to stage 2 in the stands waiting for Slipknot) so couldn't tell. What I will say is that his set was the worst of the entire day. The guy girl whatever he is just didn't seem to care and the crowd responded in kind with the biggest roar reserved for the smoke machine testing going on over on stage 2. Anyway, what does he care... he probably got a couple of million just for showing up.

Sad that he has fallen so far though, I absolutely love Holywood and Golden-age of Grotesque but unfortunately I never had the opportunity to see him during that period. :(

[Accel]

biggest highlight from Manson for me was seeing a fat underage kid smuggling in drugs and getting his ass kicked by security at his concert.


good times...

[Prowl]

Saw Manson 10 + years ago & even as a fan (then) he simply sux live. He has no idea on how to deliver I am afraid.

I strongly encourage anyone attending Soundwave to see Cro Mags. You will not be disappointed in any way shape or form.

[Metallikato]

I strongly encourage anyone attending Soundwave to see Cro Mags. You will not be disappointed in any way shape or form.

Would of been keen if they were doing a sideshow in Sydney. Oh well, Cathedral/Paradise Lost sideshow tomorrow night.

[Prowl]

Would of been keen if they were doing a sideshow in Sydney. Oh well, Cathedral/Paradise Lost sideshow tomorrow night.

Lucky they are doing one in Melbourne tomorrow. Cro Mags & Hatebreed will make a good night out.

[mknell]

Anyone off to any of the remaining soundwaves check out Gojira!

[5FDP]

Cro Mags & Hatebreed will make a good night out.

It sucks that I wasn't able to see Hatebreed at Soundwave... while festivals are great, 11 stages with 90+ bands in 11 hours, there is always going to be some bands you miss out on :(

[1AZRAEL1]

Bought a cd from JB Hifi yesterday, just for the hell of it. Never knew who they were. And wow, fantastically underrated band from the late 70's and 80's. Sadly they broke up early 90's due to record company execs being a bunch of twats.

For fans of Maiden or Priest, these guys are great.

A track that I found epically awesome from first listen was this. Cirith Ungol - Fallen Idols (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLHSLPcsD4g)

[Accel]

so Soundwave may not happen in Claremont in Perth next year :(

[1AZRAEL1]

so Soundwave may not happen in Claremont in Perth next year :(

Oh what? How come?

Edit: Just found it, stupid council.

[5FDP]

so Soundwave may not happen in Claremont in Perth next year :(


According a report in WA Today the festival “breached the volume restrictions “excessively” and the promoters are facing prosecution as a result”. Barker claims that people from as far away as Subiaco and Mosman Park had complained about the noise from Soundwave.
Source (http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/news/local/31951/Soundwave-facing-prosecution-for-excessively-breaching-volume-restrictions)

Now THAT'S metal :cool:

[1AZRAEL1]

I bought a few cds the other day at Utopia, still a great store for great metal.

I got:

Borknagar - Urd (phenomenal cd) a track from said cd (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BxPRXaTpICM). Never got into these guys, until now. With one of my favourite singers now onboard with the other 2 singers, makes a really awesome mix.
Tyr - The Lay of Thrym (I already own it, but this version has 2 great covers being Sabbath's I (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=goO-EJM7psA) and Rainbow's Stargazer (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3GLDT3LMr3A))

I got a few other viking folk metal cd's as well, but can't be bothered to name them. Kind of funny that all the cd's are viking orientated :p

[Hursticon]

I got a few other viking folk metal cd's as well, but can't be bothered to name them. Kind of funny that all the cd's are viking orientated :p

Wouldn't be your Norse blood being an influence perhaps? :p
Quite a good pair of covers IMO, nice acquisitions dude! :cool:

[Prowl]

I bought a few cds the other day at Utopia, still a great store for great metal.


I still remember how much of a rort they were in the 90's. May not be your cup of tea but Resist records in Newtown has the goods especially if you are a fan of hardcore.

[5FDP]

Utopia was great back in the day. Admittedly I haven't been there in ages. I remember when they were still at the bottom-end of George St (next to Hungry Jacks) and I went in there to ask about the yet-to-be-released debut Slipknot album and they had no idea who I was talking about :p

[gamblor916]

I remember walking past the George St store many years ago and decided against walking in to have a look. Later I found out that Dave Mustaine was inside signing stuff the exact time I walked past doh!

[Hursticon]

Utopia was great back in the day. Admittedly I haven't been there in ages. I remember when they were still at the bottom-end of George St (next to Hungry Jacks) and I went in there to ask about the yet-to-be-released debut Slipknot album and they had no idea who I was talking about :p


I remember walking past the George St store many years ago and decided against walking in to have a look. Later I found out that Dave Mustaine was inside signing stuff the exact time I walked past doh!

All I can say is WOW! :eek:

[Prowl]

I remember walking past the George St store many years ago and decided against walking in to have a look. Later I found out that Dave Mustaine was inside signing stuff the exact time I walked past doh!

I saw Henry Rollins at Utopia in 1996. I was flipping CD's & he started browsing next to me. Ended up chatting with him for a few minutes. Pretty awesome as I am a huge Black Flag fan.

[1AZRAEL1]

Wouldn't be your Norse blood being an influence perhaps? :p
Quite a good pair of covers IMO, nice acquisitions dude! :cool:

Funny that, but we were at Hogs Breath last night, and one of the kitchen hands walked passed and saw my beard and said "Nice beard, very viking-esque :p

I already had the Tyr cd, but I bought it again coz this one had bonus tracks :D


I still remember how much of a rort they were in the 90's. May not be your cup of tea but Resist records in Newtown has the goods especially if you are a fan of hardcore.

They still do have some high prices, but I am finding myself going to them more because JB Hifi doesn't stock enough of the more unique metal bands that I like. Once in a while I found something at JB, but Utopia, I always spend at least $150 there every time I go in. Going there again shortly before work today :D


Utopia was great back in the day. Admittedly I haven't been there in ages. I remember when they were still at the bottom-end of George St (next to Hungry Jacks) and I went in there to ask about the yet-to-be-released debut Slipknot album and they had no idea who I was talking about :p

Yea, the staff back then didn't really have a clue most of the time. I remember when they were there too, massive store, alot of instore signings. Was great. then they moved up to Broadway and still had a big store on 2 levels, and instores, which I went to a few. Now they are on Bathurst Street at Town Hall. Easier to get to than Broadway :p


I remember walking past the George St store many years ago and decided against walking in to have a look. Later I found out that Dave Mustaine was inside signing stuff the exact time I walked past doh!

Heh, would have been a cool thing if you did end up goin in.


I saw Henry Rollins at Utopia in 1996. I was flipping CD's & he started browsing next to me. Ended up chatting with him for a few minutes. Pretty awesome as I am a huge Black Flag fan.

He comes out every so often. I bet he will go in there soon when he does his spoken word tour. Want to go, but little funds to spare (yet I'm goin back to buy more stuff)

[1AZRAEL1]

And speaking of metal, Rob Zombie has done yet another tv commercial. This time, for exterminating ants :p

You must watch heh (http://legacy.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=172577)

[SkyWarp91]

So the great Hursticon introduced me to a documentary called 'Metal: A Headbanger's Journey'

Wow, it's a good explanation to people outside of metal our culture and why we do what we do. It also shows how batsh!t insane Norwegian Black Metal is :D:D

[Hursticon]

So the great Hursticon introduced me to a documentary called 'Metal: A Headbanger's Journey'

Wow, it's a good explanation to people outside of metal our culture and why we do what we do. It also shows how batsh!t insane Norwegian Black Metal is :D:D

I dunno about 'Great'... :p
It is an excellent doco though and I'm glad you enjoyed it; you're not wrong about the Norwegian Black Metal at times though, they can be fair crazy. :D

[1AZRAEL1]

I discovered a really unique band a little while ago, and decided to buy some cds off amazon. They turned up really quickly.

Now I wouldn't say these guys are heavy metal, but I imagine people who like metal might enjoy these guys. They are medieval, play with medieval instruments that they researched and made themselves.

Corvus Corax - The Drinking Loving Dancers (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6IfB_KzQa84)

During the 80's, these guys used to travel the streets of East Germany as wandering minstrels. Quite an interesting idea.

[5FDP]

Comedy GOLD (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QqzDy0rloI)!

[1AZRAEL1]

Comedy GOLD (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QqzDy0rloI)!

That = GOLD

[1AZRAEL1]

Sir Christopher Lee's next opus will be out soon. The last one was great. The guy is 90 years old, yet still creates amazing pieces of art. Kudos to the man who drinks human blood :p

[5FDP]

After reading about 'Metal: A Headbanger's Journey' above, I thought it was time to sit down and watch it (I'm sure it's been on VH1 before :confused:). Very entertaining. I particularly liked the closing statement -


Ever since I was 12 years old I had to defend my love for heavy metal against those who say it's a less valid form of music. My answer now is that you either feel it or you don't. If metal doesn't give that overwhelming surge of power that make the hair stand up at the back of your neck, you might never get it, and you know what? That's okay, because judging by the 40,000 metalheads around me we're doing just fine without you.

[Hursticon]

After reading about 'Metal: A Headbanger's Journey' above, I thought it was time to sit down and watch it (I'm sure it's been on VH1 before :confused:). Very entertaining. I particularly liked the closing statement -

Glad to hear you've had the opportunity to watch that Doco dude, I found it to be superbly done - Especially if one was to be a non-Metal Head, you'll definitely get a good rounded idea of what Metal is. ;):cool:

I might refer you to his follow-up Docos:
Global Metal (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9vVZ6Zxrho)
Metal Evolution (11 Part TV Series) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnL7RayhPVk)

If you enjoyed 'Metal: A Headbanger's Journey (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXtsDoAreBk&feature=channel&list=UL)', you'll dig those dude. :D

[5FDP]

Thanks Hursti :) I'll definitely check them out.

Post Soundwave 2012 I'm experiencing a bit of a revival in my interest in all things metal and have been looking for some new bands to check out. Suggestions?

To give you an idea on my tastes, I've been listening to a lot of groove metal such as Lamb Of God.

[1AZRAEL1]

One of the most unique bands is coming to Australia.

Apocalyptica (http://www.thehifi.com.au/gig/apocalyptica-fin-2012-08-31/)

They did a covers album of a bunch of Metallica songs, but the catch is, they play on 4 cellos. Truly unique band, and super psyched they are coming to Australia.

[KalEl]

One of the most unique bands is coming to Australia.

Apocalyptica (http://www.thehifi.com.au/gig/apocalyptica-fin-2012-08-31/)

They did a covers album of a bunch of Metallica songs, but the catch is, they play on 4 cellos. Truly unique band, and super psyched they are coming to Australia.

i am keen!!!!!!!
plus one of my fav bands of all time (children of bodom) is from finland too!

[1AZRAEL1]

i am keen!!!!!!!
plus one of my fav bands of all time (children of bodom) is from finland too!

Ah good ol Bodom. I saw them the first time they came out. Great band. Gonna have to get tix to this gig, Apocalyptica are a great band.

[gamblor916]

Ah good ol Bodom. I saw them the first time they came out. Great band. Gonna have to get tix to this gig, Apocalyptica are a great band.

I was at that show! Gaelic Club right?
I thought I missed out but I got tickets to the Steel Panther second show. Bring on the mirth and hilarity :D

[1AZRAEL1]

I was at that show! Gaelic Club right?

Yea I went to the Sunday show, bought tickets as soon as they went on sale. Sold out, so they did a Saturday show too lol. Which woulda been better for me at the time if I went to the Saturday show :p Hursty was there as well :p


I thought I missed out but I got tickets to the Steel Panther second show. Bring on the mirth and hilarity :D

Ah damn you. Nothing but hilarity all around when these guys play. I'd go, but they are playing the same weekend as Bathurst, so Bathurst wins :p

[1AZRAEL1]

This just cracks me up, and makes me wanna cry for the generation of kids that are coming through.

IRON MAIDEN Singer To 'Fan': 'You've Been Texting For The Last Three Songs! You're A W****r!' (http://www.blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=177076)

[Accel]

so..how about that Soundwave line up :3

[5FDP]

so..how about that Soundwave line up :3

They'll announce more bands closer to the date but the way it looks now, it doesn't even stack-up to this years lineup IMO. It looks like they just blew their wad of cash on Metallica and Linkin Park. I'd rather pay for their individual shows because there would be more value in that i.e. a 3 hr set as opposed to 1.5 hrs.

[Accel]

Im still expecting the Perth one to be cancelled due to lack of venue

[1AZRAEL1]

I'll still probably get tix anyway, Mel is a massive Metallica fan. And if they do sideshows too, couldn't hurt :p

And with half the Big 4 playing, wonder if the other 2 might show... :p

[Autocon]

Im still expecting the Perth one to be cancelled due to lack of venue

:eek: Do NOT say that!! I want to see linkin park unless they only play new stuff from their last two albums >.>

[deadonarrival]

Decent line up so far for soundwave. Perth wont get cancelled, too much money to be made and if LP do come all the teenagers will come in aswell. Autocon chances are they will do their best of and then a sideshow (I hope so all the idiots dont come to soundwave) for their new stuff.

[5FDP]

Hooked on watching this guys (http://www.youtube.com/user/finowa/videos?sort=dd&flow=grid&view=0) youtube channel ATM. He is hands-down the most talented and entertaining person I have ever seen. If you've got some spare time, check out his vocal, drum, and guitar covers.

[1AZRAEL1]

You gotta check these guys out, very strange. Reminds me a little of one of the many side projects of Mike Patton.

Diablo Swing Orchestra (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJRALHNnTt8)

They describe themselves as Chaos Opera, which is pretty apt a name lol. But damn I like it :D

[fatbot]

just got the new Devin Townsend album, now I just want to go home and listen to it! Damn work!

[1AZRAEL1]

Hypocrisy and alestorm are coming to oz early next year, separate gigs. Both gonna be great to see.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Seeing Steel Panther on Thursday!! Wooooo heavy metal rules - totally!

[gamblor916]

I saw them on Saturday. That was a crazy night out.

[5FDP]

Seeing Steel Panther on Thursday!! Wooooo heavy metal rules - totally!

I had heard of these guys but knew nothing about them. After watching this (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfB7vF7nCdA), I'm hooked :D

[Metallikato]

The Atomic Bitchwax are playing in Sydney tomorrow night for the first time ever. While in the UK in June I tried to squeeze in a trip to Belgium to see them which didnt pan out. Now they're playing a 45 minute drive away, sweet.

[Hursticon]

BLACK SABBATH (http://www.blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=181597&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+blabbermouth+%28Blabbermouth. net%27s+Daily+Headlines%29) will embark on an Australian tour next April. Confirmed dates are as follows:


Apr. 25 - Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
Apr. 27 - Allphones Arena, Sydney
May 01 - Rod Laver, Melbourne
May 04 - Perth Arena, Perth


General public tickets go on sale midday Thursday, November 8 and an exclusive presale will be available to Live Nation members from 9 a.m. Friday, November 2 until 5 p.m. Monday.

F*** Yeah! \m/ :D:D:D

[Accel]

PERTH ISNT MISSING OUT. YEEEEEEEEEES

[1AZRAEL1]

Hells yeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Dave, you want me grab ya a tix? How i get presale?

[mknell]

Wooooo so wanna go but damm onsale Nov 8

Presale from here

http://www.livenation.com.au/artist/black-sabbath-tickets

[Accel]

is there anywhere that lists ticket types and prices yet?

[fatbot]

I'M GOING TO BLACK SABBATH BITCHES!

$173 for general admission & a copy of the new cd. C'mon april 27!

[1AZRAEL1]

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOTTTTTTT!!!!!!!!

Me and Hursty going!!!

[fatbot]

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOTTTTTTT!!!!!!!!

Me and Hursty going!!!

general admission or seated?

[1AZRAEL1]

only one way to see a concert, standing :D

[Accel]

170 a pop for GA here...because i got a bundle with the ticket? whats in the bundle

[1AZRAEL1]

new album as far as i know

[Metallikato]

Kinda annoying Bill Ward isn't part of the setup. May never know the whole exact story (no doubt Sharon Osbourne played her usual ridiculous part) but I wish the wise heads of Tony and Geezer could of done more to make sure he was in. The tour/album will of course be a success as this could be the last time to see any linup of Black Sabbath, but to get that close to having the original lineup.....and then not having it...lame.

I'll probably go though.

[1AZRAEL1]

I am sick of hearing it's always Sharons fault. There is more to it than that I reckon, and unless it all comes to light, there is no way to know for sure.

All in all I cannot wait. Would still be more awesome if Bill was there though.

[Metallikato]

I am sick of hearing it's always Sharons fault. There is more to it than that I reckon, and unless it all comes to light, there is no way to know for sure.

All in all I cannot wait. Would still be more awesome if Bill was there though.

Yes, I know there's no way to know for absolute sure, hence why I specifically also mention Tony and Geezer. I'm also not one that cares much about behind the scenes stuff, but given the amount of things it's known she's been responsible for doing to bands/musicians, not to mention the stuff she's openly gloated about doing, of course people are going to think she's played some role in Bill's absence, I think it's naive to think she hasn't.
As a generalisation, Sharon Osbourne can get f*****.

Anyway, in other news, caught At The Gates in Sydney last week, excellent show.

[5FDP]

All I'm hoping for is a tour next year by Gojira in support of their new album 'L’Enfant Sauvage'. Didn't get to catch them at their solo gig this year and also missed their set at Soundwave (got there late because of my friend). I can then die happy :D

[autocon88]

Sorry this isn't a reply, but I've been a long time metalhead and transformer fan in australia . I only recently found this site , its great to find a place to `belong`. Oh and Dethklok rule!

[Hursticon]

Sorry this isn't a reply, but I've been a long time metalhead and transformer fan in australia . I only recently found this site , its great to find a place to `belong`. Oh and Dethklok rule!

Sweet! - Glad you found us dude & I agree, Dethklok does rule! :D

With many thanks to 1AZRAEL1, I will be seeing 1 of only 2 Bands I simply have to see live before I cark-it - BLACK SABBATH BITCHES!!! is right Fatbot! :D:D:D

@1AZRAEL1: I too get tired of the immediate blaming of Sharon Osbourne for everything :rolleyes:; no one (Including Sharon) will ever claim her to be a saint, but to suggest that people believing in her innocence in this current Bill Ward issue are being naive is utterly ridiculous especially in the face of a complete lack of credible evidence.

Sharon Osbourne is guilty of many things, but in this instance it is yet to be proven. :cool:

[Autocon]

BLACK SABBATH (http://www.blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=181597&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+blabbermouth+%28Blabbermouth. net%27s+Daily+Headlines%29) will embark on an Australian tour next April. Confirmed dates are as follows:


Apr. 25 - Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
Apr. 27 - Allphones Arena, Sydney
May 01 - Rod Laver, Melbourne
May 04 - Perth Arena, Perth


General public tickets go on sale midday Thursday, November 8 and an exclusive presale will be available to Live Nation members from 9 a.m. Friday, November 2 until 5 p.m. Monday.

F*** Yeah! \m/ :D:D:D

Hmmm do I go?

[5FDP]

Sorry this isn't a reply, but I've been a long time metalhead and transformer fan in australia . I only recently found this site , its great to find a place to `belong`. Oh and Dethklok rule!


Hmmm do I go?

Any relation? :D

[mknell]

All I'm hoping for is a tour next year by Gojira in support of their new album 'L’Enfant Sauvage'. Didn't get to catch them at their solo gig this year and also missed their set at Soundwave (got there late because of my friend). I can then die happy :D

Dude you serious you missed them this year? I saw both their set at Soundwave & their side show and OMG one of the best bands I have ever seen they blew me away

[5FDP]

Dude you serious you missed them this year? I saw both their set at Soundwave & their side show and OMG one of the best bands I have ever seen they blew me away

Reading between the lines here I'm assuming that if they do come back next year you're in? :D

[Hursticon]

Hmmm do I go?

If you can afford it mate? - Bloody oath! ;):cool:
It is extremely unlikely that they'll ever be out this way again (Last time was 1974 :eek:) so if you're interested I'd say it's not an opportunity worth missing out on. :)

If I might enquire; why Sydney and not the Perth show dude?

[mknell]

Reading between the lines here I'm assuming that if they do come back next year you're in? :D

Hell yeah man they are a band worth seeing every time

[1AZRAEL1]

I really gotta stop goin into utopia Haha. Just picked up Metalocalypse season 4 on dvd, as well as 5 cds. One cd i went in for, found other ones i was surprised to see so bought em.

[5FDP]

Hell yeah man they are a band worth seeing every time

Sweet, I'll keep you posted when they announce dates.


I really gotta stop goin into utopia Haha. Just picked up Metalocalypse season 4 on dvd, as well as 5 cds. One cd i went in for, found other ones i was surprised to see so bought em.

I miss Utopia :( Utopia and Kings Comics are were the only reason I ever ventured into the city.

[Autocon]

Any relation? :D

Imposter!:eek:

I meant the Perth show. Probably wont see them ever again. :(

[1AZRAEL1]

I miss Utopia :( Utopia and Kings Comics are were the only reason I ever ventured into the city.

Well both are still there, and Utopia's prices are pretty good these days. Plus they have a great horror movie selection.

[Hursticon]

Well both are still there, and Utopia's prices are pretty good these days. Plus they have a great horror movie selection.

I would love to know the total amount of money you've spent there man, just from what I know about it'd easily total close to $3000 & it'd likely be higher than that! :p:D

[5FDP]

Plus they have a great horror movie selection.

You're just teasing now :(

[1AZRAEL1]

You're just teasing now :(

Would it be worse if I said they do layby? :p

[SkyWarp91]

This is like.. one of... like... the best METAL songs EVER!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oRhBtdyLRvU

[5FDP]

Pretty cool, but not as cool as THIS > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pi00ykRg_5c :cool: \ii/

[Bidoofdude]

That ROCKED. (no pun intended)

[1AZRAEL1]

Watch this haha, this guy is shocking.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVoEb5Rm5eo

Watch it from the 30 second mark. Cracks me up haha

[1AZRAEL1]

And in other news...

New Species Of Tarantula Named After MEGADETH Frontman (http://www.blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=183594)

[1AZRAEL1]

So who's gonna go see hypocrisy? Been keen to see them for a number of years. Some great Swedish death metal.

[1AZRAEL1]

So who's goin to nightwish and sabaton on Friday? Those that have not heard sabaton should definitely check em out.

[1AZRAEL1]

I met Snowy effin Shaw!!! I crapped my pants.

[Hursticon]

I met Snowy effin Shaw!!! I crapped my pants.

Uhh... who? :o:p

[1AZRAEL1]

Uhh... who? :o:p

The man has been in many bands (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snowy_Shaw) and can play guitar, drums, bass, and sing. Not all at the same time though :p

[Hursticon]

\m/ Hells Yeah!!! :D:D:D \m/

Just preordered my copy of Black Sabbath (http://www.blacksabbath.com/welcome.html)'s newest Album '13 (http://www.youtube.com/user/OfficialSabbath)', 2CD Deluxe Edition no less!, via this link right bloody-well here (http://www.blacksabbath.com/splash13.html)! :eek::D:cool:

Coupled with the fact that I'll be seeing 'em in Sydney with Mr. 1AZRAEL1 in April, a very Black Sabbath year it'll be! :cool:

[Demonac]

I find Black Sabbath's website embarrassing.
Even though Bill Ward is not in the band, did they have to crop him out of every picture?
And according to the discography, they didn't release anything after 'Never Say Die'.

[Hursticon]

I find Black Sabbath's website embarrassing.
Even though Bill Ward is not in the band, did they have to crop him out of every picture?

Actually YES, Bill Ward & his legal team specifically requested that his image not be associated with this iteration of the line up - I really wanted to see him in the mix too but alas it wasn't to be.


And according to the discography, they didn't release anything after 'Never Say Die'.

Well, beyond the 2001 Reunion Live Tour album & DVD they didn't release anything since 'Never Say Die' - As said tour & media heavily incorporates Bill Ward, see the above.

[Demonac]

The must have really pissed Bill Ward to have him do that.

What about albums like 'Heaven & Hell', 'Mob Rules', 'Born Again', 'Headless Cross', 'Dehumanizer', etc. They are all Black Sabbath albums, and shouldn't be ignored just because Sharon Osbourne's husband wasn't involved.

[fatbot]

\m/ Hells Yeah!!! :D:D:D \m/


Coupled with the fact that I'll be seeing 'em in Sydney with Mr. 1AZRAEL1 in April, a very Black Sabbath year it'll be! :cool:

Don't forget me! I'll be there in all my glory!

[Hursticon]

The must have really pissed Bill Ward to have him do that.

Seems completely sensible to me; he's not participating so why allow for his image to be used for free?


What about albums like 'Heaven & Hell', 'Mob Rules', 'Dehumanizer'...

As of 'The Devil You Know', the Dio-iteration of the band was henceforth to be known as Heaven & Hell - This arose out of the court decision that found Ozzy & Tony owning equal-halved rights to the name Black Sabbath.


'Born Again', 'Headless Cross', etc...

These iterations having only Iommi (Occasionally Butler) as the sole original member in their line-ups, have been described by Iommi on a number of occasions to of never have been intended to be Black Sabbath albums; Purely due to the Record Label's management were they forcibly labelled as such so they're really only Black Sabbath albums in name only.


They are all Black Sabbath albums, and shouldn't be ignored just because Sharon Osbourne's husband wasn't involved.

Geeze, didn't see this coming... :rolleyes:
This incredibly petty statement had me 2nd guess even replying to your post but I felt that it needs to be pointed out:

The website, this new album & its marketing are very clearly pointing & focusing on the Original Ozzy Osbourne fronted line-up and that in no way is any of it trying to lessen or discount the later line-up's efforts; it just so happens that those line-ups had nothing to do with this iteration & therefore make absolutely no sense in referencing, for the reasons I've already mentioned and likely many others.

Why it is that the 'Sharon Osbourne Lynch Mob' feel they need to make their presence & opinions felt every time someone mentions Ozzy Osbourne in a positive light, or express their adoration for the man, baffles me - go and rain on someone else's parade.

[Hursticon]

Don't forget me! I'll be there in all my glory!

Good! - You had better bloody-well be! ;):D:cool:

[1AZRAEL1]

Bought Jason Newsted's solo effort "Newsted - Metal" and I have to say I am damn impressed. It's actually a really good set of songs. Sadly only 4 songs, but it's an EP. Well worth the $6.99 pricetag (and even better at 20% off at JB Hifi over the weekend :D)

It's straight out in your face heavy metal. Go forth and buy it.

[5FDP]

Bought Jason Newsted's solo effort "Newsted - Metal" and I have to say I am damn impressed. It's actually a really good set of songs. Sadly only 4 songs, but it's an EP. Well worth the $6.99 pricetag (and even better at 20% off at JB Hifi over the weekend :D)

It's straight out in your face heavy metal. Go forth and buy it.

I'm assuming that it's all instrumental / guitar?

[1AZRAEL1]

I'm assuming that it's all instrumental / guitar?

Nah he sings as well. He always did backing vocals

[Sinnertwin]

Been getting back into BLS. Spinning alot of the older stuff.

[5FDP]

Been listening to a lot of Threat Signal (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9gOpvrk-v4) lately. If you like ol'school Fear Factory, you'll love these guys :cool: :cool: :cool:


Nah he sings as well. He always did backing vocals

Let's just say that wasn't his area of expertise ;) :p

[1AZRAEL1]

8 tracks off sabbaths new album get some great reviews. Cannot wait to hear it myself. Sadly not out til June.

[gamblor916]

The new Gloryhammer album is both catchy and hilarious. I'll have a cheeseburger with extra cheese thanks!

GloryHammer - The Unicorn Invasion Of Dundee (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S-I8-1hNmuU)

[Paul Agnew]

Things aren't going too well in Agnewland. One particular resident has taken it upon themselves to get out there and be a rock 'n roll star!

I Am A Mighty Warrior!
I Fill My Foes With Dread!
I Love A Life Of Danger, My Name Is Metal Head!
There's Nowhere You Can Run
When I Throw A Major Tizzy!
Get Me A Record Contract 'Cos I'm Bigger Than Thin Lizzy! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxIDlUAx7PI)
http://img855.imageshack.us/img855/7656/metalheadthinlizzy.jpg

:eek:

[1AZRAEL1]

Jeff Hanneman is dead. Slayer are going to have a hard time replacing him.

[5FDP]

Jeff Hanneman is dead. Slayer are going to have a hard time replacing him.

"Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman dies of liver failure after battling a flesh-eating disease caused by a spider bite" :eek:

Source (http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-05-03/slayer-founder-jeff-hanneman-dies/4667246)

[SkyWarp91]

"Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman dies of liver failure after battling a flesh-eating disease caused by a spider bite" :eek:

Source (http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-05-03/slayer-founder-jeff-hanneman-dies/4667246)

Holy sh!t that's bad news.

But you gotta admit that is one hardcore death. Especially for the guitarist of Slayer.

Do you guys feel that once a core member of a band or two passes/leaves that the band should change their name or remain the same? A good example is Adema, that's gone through so many changes in its team I don't think it should even be called Adema anymore.

And Breaking Benjamin, they're coming back but the lead singer Benajmin Burley fired/got rid of all his team and it's just him. I guess because the name of the band has his name on it it'll stay as it is - even though right now it's a one man band. I like the music but I gotta admit the lead singer has an ego alright.

[1AZRAEL1]

Look at Queensryche, you have 2 of them. One of them is the whole band without Geoff Tate singing, and the other with just Tate and a backing band. And then there's Axl Pose....

[Hursticon]

Having preordered this album 3 months ago, only to have it posted out on the 4th of this month...
(Was marked as 3-5 day postage, on Tuesday queried Universal UK over this & was told to wait another 15 days :mad:)

I could not wait any longer so finally bought this yesterday:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BNIMGlSCYAAu8j8.jpg:large


...only for my preorder copy to show up... today!?! :rolleyes:

Doubly annoying, was that it arrived in a sealed bag from AusPost saying that it had been damaged at the sorting facility due to an adjacent package leaking. :(:rolleyes::mad:
Luckily & thankfully only the cardboard postage sleeve was buggered, the CDs & their case were perfectly fine save for an odd and unidentifiable smell. :o

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BNNL4elCMAIj6d8.jpg:large


I'm absolutely adoring this album, '13' sounds exactly like the modern classic I had imagined it'd be & I'm so very glad that this has been reflected in the success of it hitting the #1 spot in more than 50 countries including the US & UK! :eek::D:cool:
(Breaking a British record in the process for the: "Longest period between two #1 Hit Albums" 43 years! :cool:)

[1AZRAEL1]

Saw Carcass last night. Bloody awesome. Got in for free so that's a plus. Old school death metal. The singer is bloody good too.

[gamblor916]

I was there too. Good show.

[1AZRAEL1]

I was there too. Good show.

Thought I saw ya goin in but was too late to say hello lol

[octopunchshotfisrt]

I'm more of a thrash fan, Metallica and Megadeth being persona, favorites. Glad to see I'm not the only person who enjoys metal though.

[Reflector]

Metal guy here too!

My claim to fame is meating Vinnie Paul in 2007 and getting his signature tattood on my arm. I got all emotional in front of everyone and im not embarrassed at all to admit it lol.

What do you guys think of the Soundwave lineup? My wife and i are pretty pissed that they put Slipknot and Lamb Of God on different days...and now apparently no headliners are doing sidewhows. So it looks like i have a tough decision to make. (Not that tough really, Faith No More and Fear Factory on Lamb Of Gods day so its pretty easy)

[5FDP]

My wife and i are pretty pissed that they put Slipknot and Lamb Of God on different days.

^ This 1000%.

[1AZRAEL1]

Emigrate (Richard Kruspe from Rammstein) has a new album coming out in October called Silent So Long. Cannot wait to get this. I quite like their first which came out forever ago. Guess that's why this album title was chosen :p

A few guest appearances. An appearance by god, Jonathon Davis, Manson and a couple others.

http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/rammstein-guitarists-emigrate-more-silent-so-long-album-details-revealed/

[Hursticon]

Emigrate (Richard Kruspe from Rammstein) has a new album coming out in October called Silent So Long. Cannot wait to get this. I quite like their first which came out forever ago. Guess that's why this album title was chosen :p

A few guest appearances. An appearance by god, Jonathon Davis, Manson and a couple others.

http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/rammstein-guitarists-emigrate-more-silent-so-long-album-details-revealed/

Will have to get a copy of this AND the 1st album at some point! :D

[GoktimusPrime]

I'm personally not a metal fan, but I found this on the interwebs; Metallica played on a traditional Chinese instrument called a Guzeng (forerunner to the Japanese Koto). Enjoy.
http://www.metalinjection.net/video/metallicas-one-covered-on-the-guzheng

[Sinnertwin]

I'm personally not a metal fan, but I found this on the interwebs; Metallica played on a traditional Chinese instrument called a Guzeng (forerunner to the Japanese Koto). Enjoy.
http://www.metalinjection.net/video/metallicas-one-covered-on-the-guzheng

Too good, just too good. :cool:
She even nailed the solo... & the cut to the distortion pedal :D:D:D

[1AZRAEL1]

Ah seeing Dungeon again after nearly 9 years. So much nostalgia. Ok so it wasn't Dungeon. LORD did a special Dungeon only set last night and it was epic, and well worth the no sleep again for work today. Was great hearing the classic songs again.

Other notable mentions from the night, In Malice's Wake was as brutal as I remember them. Taberah were surprisingly good. Darker Half have really come a long way since I first saw them around 9 years ago.

[Hursticon]

Ah seeing Dungeon again after nearly 9 years. So much nostalgia. Ok so it wasn't Dungeon. LORD did a special Dungeon only set last night and it was epic, and well worth the no sleep again for work today. Was great hearing the classic songs again.

Other notable mentions from the night, In Malice's Wake was as brutal as I remember them. Taberah were surprisingly good. Darker Half have really come a long way since I first saw them around 9 years ago.

Certainly sounds like it was a heavy nostalgia trip dude! - I guess you ran into a stack of people you haven't seen in some time too! :D

[1AZRAEL1]

Certainly sounds like it was a heavy nostalgia trip dude! - I guess you ran into a stack of people you haven't seen in some time too! :D

Surprisingly not too many. Maybe 5? But was great to see em again. And great to see those songs live again. Just wish i coulda drank some ciders while I was there lol

[1AZRAEL1]

Wayne Static dead. Man that sucks. Glad I got to see Static X a few times.

[GoktimusPrime]

Frozen's "Let It Go" meets Metal. :D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=usPoug7NcZo
There are some other nifty metal versions of unlikely songs on this dude's channel, including:
Lord of the Rings
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jE0ukoL7sW8
Doctor Who
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucDQlnvU5FM
Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata, 1st Movement
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pl6-b_8L99o

[Sinnertwin]

ERock's a beast

[5FDP]

Frozen's "Let It Go" meets Metal. :D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=usPoug7NcZo

Now this... this version I can appreciate :cool:

[1AZRAEL1]

Holy resurrection Batman!!!

(I was going to use a real incantation but thought better of it lol)

When it rains it pours. Having not been to many gigs in the last couple of years due to lack of money and not many bands I was dying to see, to having so many to go to.

Saw Wintersun recently, one I thought I'd never see here. And Arcturus again. Now I'm going to Mayhem, Pain, and gotta buy tix for Venom Inc, and Amon Amarth and Sabaton. It's starting out like a great year for metal

[1AZRAEL1]

The world lost a great vocalist yesterday. Warrel Dane of Nevermore/Sanctuary. He was unique. Always liked Nevermore, but never really got into listening to more of their music unfortunately. I did see them in 2006 at least

[shockNwave]

The world lost a great vocalist yesterday. Warrel Dane of Nevermore/Sanctuary. He was unique. Always liked Nevermore, but never really got into listening to more of their music unfortunately. I did see them in 2006 at least

One description of his voice is it sounds elderly. Another description (and more metal friendly) is goat-like. Unique is definitely the word because there's no other vocalist I can think of that comes close. RIP.

[1AZRAEL1]

Saw Sabaton and Amon Amarth last night. What a show. Both bands could easily do headlining tours

[shockNwave]

I've got the last two Sabaton albums and their gusto is as infectious as Helloween's and Firewind's. :eek:

By the way, I've been listening to Machine Head's Catharsis album lately and they're still going strong.:cool:

[1AZRAEL1]

I'm missing their last couple. But a great show was had.

Heard latest machine head has gone rubbish

[shockNwave]

I'm missing their last couple. But a great show was had.

Heard latest machine head has gone rubbish

I'm not a casual Machine Head fan. So I like all their albums especially the ones with Phil Demmel on guitar.:D

[1AZRAEL1]

I'm not a casual Machine Head fan. So I like all their albums especially the ones with Phil Demmel on guitar.:D

I'm not a massive fan lol. But did see them with Slayer back in 2001 and again for Soundwave a number of years ago. Tbh I haven't heard the new album heh. My musical tastes has diversified and changed alot over the years

[shockNwave]

Saw Ihsahn on Sunday and even though his set was only one hour it was worth it.

He played Frozen Lakes on Mars and then The Grave as the encore.
Also he commented about seeing plenty of Emperor gear in the crowd and then played "Thus Spake The Nightspirit". He also played a song that sounded like it's from In the Nightside Eclipse that I couldn't recognise.:D

[1AZRAEL1]

Saw Ihsahn on Sunday and even though his set was only one hour it was worth it.

He played Frozen Lakes on Mars and then The Grave as the encore.
Also he commented about seeing plenty of Emperor gear in the crowd and then played "Thus Spake The Nightspirit". He also played a song that sounded like it's from In the Nightside Eclipse that I couldn't recognise.:D

I saw him last night at Max Watts. Was a great gig. Tbh, I know sfa of his solo stuff but was highly enjoyable

[shockNwave]

On the weekend I got Eonian (the new Dimmu Borgir album). I haven't listened to it yet but I've heard the two singles and I know I'll be in for a treat.

[1AZRAEL1]

On the weekend I got Eonian (the new Dimmu Borgir album). I haven't listened to it yet but I've heard the two singles and I know I'll be in for a treat.

Yea from what I hear it sounds good too. I'm keen to grab it too

Heard new Immortal song other day too, sounds like Battles In The North era Immortal again. And whoever said there is no Immortal without Abbath can shove it. Demonaz handles vocal duties well. And Peter Tatgren on session bass

Coincidentally, I'll be meeting him on Saturday

[1AZRAEL1]

Saw Pain tonight. Phenomenal. Nice guys. Ended up playing pool with the bass player and guitar tech whilst supports were on. Beat them 3 to 0 too lol

[shockNwave]

Saw Pain tonight. Phenomenal. Nice guys. Ended up playing pool with the bass player and guitar tech whilst supports were on. Beat them 3 to 0 too lol

Well, you can forget about an autograph or free merchandise after a 3-0 thrashing. You should've let them win like Homer Simpson does with Mr. Burns.;)

By the way, I've given a good listen to the new Dimmu Borgir album and it's like a scaled down version of their previous album but with better mixing. The quality is still high though.

[1AZRAEL1]

Well, you can forget about an autograph or free merchandise after a 3-0 thrashing. You should've let them win like Homer Simpson does with Mr. Burns.;)

By the way, I've given a good listen to the new Dimmu Borgir album and it's like a scaled down version of their previous album but with better mixing. The quality is still high though.

They were good spirits about it lol. Besides, got our photos and signatures from from them beforehand with our VIP meet n greet package. I wanted to let them win, but I'm just too competitive haha. Tbh, I was drunk and I pull off BS shots when I am

I shall have to check out that new album. Just wish they'd come back to Australia. Never know, with how successful Ihsahn, Pain, and a bunch of other Euro bands coming, we might see them again

[1AZRAEL1]

Ghost's new album. Awesome. They go from strength to strength. And their covers are second to none

Something I just saw this evening, the album cover is very reminiscent of Sepultura's Bestial Devastation. Apparently Forge has a tattoo of said cover.

[shockNwave]

I have their first album and that's quite impressive but haven't kept up since. It's good this band have a 70's sound that isn't stereotypical 70's metal (e.g. doom) and stand out like Opeth as a result.

[1AZRAEL1]

Each album is different, yet you can still tell it's them.

[1AZRAEL1]

Cannot friggin believe it, but Therion is coming to Australia

[gamblor916]

I think I'll go. It will be interesting, big sound in a little venue like the Manning Bar.

[shockNwave]

If memory serves me correctly....isn't Therion the second godfather of symphonic metal after Celtic Frost?

[1AZRAEL1]

Pretty much, named after To Mega Therion, and done a song with same title. First song I ever heard coincidentally. I have my VIP ticket for Sydney, trying to find the money to get general admission for the other 2 shows.

[1AZRAEL1]

If memory serves me correctly....isn't Therion the second godfather of symphonic metal after Celtic Frost?

Are you going to the Melbourne show?

[shockNwave]

Are you going to the Melbourne show?

Sorry but no. I'm not that familiar with their work.

[1AZRAEL1]

Fair enough. Was just curious coz I'll be down there for it lol

[shockNwave]

Mothers of the Sun by Black Mountain is an eight minute epic that restores my faith in stoner/doom.

Devadevam by Rotting Christ is weird subject matter coming from this band but a risk that pays off. It's not everyday you come across a Greek band with Sanskrit lyrics.

[1AZRAEL1]

Therion in Melbourne done. What a show. Now to meet th3m in Sydney on Friday and get my setlist signed.

[1AZRAEL1]

Saw Therion twice. Melbourne and Sydney (Brissie show was cancelled) but still did go to Brissie to party. The memories I've got from this tour will follow me for life. The band loved us too.

The support, The Devil, were damn good. People should check them out. Their whole album is on YouTube. Quite am interesting band. All instrumental.

[shockNwave]

Saw Therion twice. Melbourne and Sydney (Brissie show was cancelled) but still did go to Brissie to party. The memories I've got from this tour will follow me for life. The band loved us too.

The support, The Devil, were damn good. People should check them out. Their whole album is on YouTube. Quite am interesting band. All instrumental.

Whoa! That is some serious dedication. That's raising the horns with a capital H.:)

[1AZRAEL1]

Whoa! That is some serious dedication. That's raising the horns with a capital H.:)

Fan for 20 odd years. Never thought I'd see then live ever. Couldn't miss them. Met them for VIP in Sydney, nice guys. Same with The Devil. Even though the mystery surrounds who they are, they clearly loved us too, to the point my mate and I were given free signed cd each (with symbols lol)

One of the great moments, which my friend secured with footage, the male singer in Therion took my glasses and wore them on stage haha

[1AZRAEL1]

Woah. Avantasia is coming next year. Guests on the upcoming album are Ronnie Atkins, Jørn Lande, Eric Martin, Geoff Tate, Michael Kiske,*Bob Catley, Candice Night, Hansi Kürsch as well as Mille Petrozza. Would be one helluva lineup if they are all coming.

[shockNwave]

Recently got Metallica's ...and Justice For All and can finally appreciate it now more than 20 years down the track. When I first heard it back in my teen years I was warned that it's very technical when compared to Ride the Lightning and I didn't heed the warning and hated it after one listen and avoided it until now.
It doesn't sound technical when compared to stuff I listen to now.

[1AZRAEL1]

Slayer crossed with Benny Hill (https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=eMujPu-beoQ#) haha

Some people have too much time on their hands.

[shockNwave]

Slayer crossed with Benny Hill (https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=eMujPu-beoQ#) haha

Some people have too much time on their hands.

Love it! Kind of reminds me of The Alternative Polka by Weird Al Yankovic who has even way more time on his hands.

[TaZZerath]

Love it! Kind of reminds me of The Alternative Polka by Weird Al Yankovic who has even way more time on his hands.

Nice :D

Reminds me of this which still makes me smile (and apologies if its already been posted): Mary Poppins Sings Death Metal (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iU2hy0L5lgg)

[gamblor916]

Savatage - Hall of the Mountain King (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOKoLiOkWWQ). The eighties were a different time for sure. I'm going to look for this album right now.

[1AZRAEL1]

Savatage, great band. I got into em with Gutter Ballet

[TaZZerath]

Savatage - Hall of the Mountain King (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOKoLiOkWWQ). The eighties were a different time for sure. I'm going to look for this album right now.

Epic.

[shockNwave]

Nice :D

Reminds me of this which still makes me smile (and apologies if its already been posted): Mary Poppins Sings Death Metal (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iU2hy0L5lgg)

Wow! This is so Evil Dead! Do Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell know about this?

[M-bot]

So, I have an appreciation for heavy metal (I can see and hear and enjoy the musicality and skill involved) without being a specific or exclusive heavy metal fan. I have recently been enjoying (some of) the music of Leo Moracchioli/Frog Leap Studios. What do those of you who are metal purists think of his work? I’m curious to hear the takes of others.

[1AZRAEL1]

I'll have to check it out if i remember to. I love my metal, but wouldn't say I'm a purist. I do have some eclectic tastes.

[M-bot]

I'll have to check it out if i remember to. I love my metal, but wouldn't say I'm a purist. I do have some eclectic tastes.

Search for his name or Frog Leap Studios on YouTube. But beware: whenever I’ve done it I’ve ended up doing a deep dive.

He does a lot of metal versions of very unlikely songs - think top 40 pop, even songs like “Let It Go” from Frozen.

He’s a multi-instrumentalist and clearly talented, and his videos are genuinely funny, but I’m wondering what metal-heads think of his output. Does the subject matter lose him cred? I think his skills as a metal artist are great but how does his talent stack up against other metal musos?

[philby]

Recently got Metallica's ...and Justice For All and can finally appreciate it now more than 20 years down the track. When I first heard it back in my teen years I was warned that it's very technical when compared to Ride the Lightning and I didn't heed the warning and hated it after one listen and avoided it until now.
It doesn't sound technical when compared to stuff I listen to now.

What do you mean by technical? It's probably my favourite Metallica album but I dunno how to play any instruments so not sure why you would need a warning for it??

[shockNwave]

What do you mean by technical? It's probably my favourite Metallica album but I dunno how to play any instruments so not sure why you would need a warning for it??

Got a warning because I was (and still am) on such a high from Ride the Lightning that I was told not to expect as many catchy riffs on ...And Justice for all.

And yes it's true. It's not the best Metallica album to introduce to newcomers but ideal for the veterans.

[TaZZerath]

Master of Puppets is still my favourite of theirs and that hasn't changed. There isn't a track on that album I didn't like.

[shockNwave]

Master of Puppets is still my favourite of theirs and that hasn't changed. There isn't a track on that album I didn't like.

It speaks volumes that Machine Head's The Blackening is the only album worthy of comparison to Master of Puppets.

[1AZRAEL1]

Wow. What a busy expensive bunch of gigs coming. My mate's are buying be gig tix for Ghost and Slayer Download sideshows in Brissie next year, I'm selling some TF stuff to pay for Emperor next year. Just wow.

And on the 8th December, Ripper Owens is playing a free gig at Frankies, and 9th is Michael Graves at Frankies.

[shockNwave]

Wow. What a busy expensive bunch of gigs coming. My mate's are buying be gig tix for Ghost and Slayer Download sideshows in Brissie next year, I'm selling some TF stuff to pay for Emperor next year. Just wow.

And on the 8th December, Ripper Owens is playing a free gig at Frankies, and 9th is Michael Graves at Frankies.

Emperor!!!!:eek: I had to pinch myself when you said that name because I never thought they'd travel to this country. As coincidence would have it I recently bought the black box edition of IX Equilibrium. I've listened to the album once and I'm already blown away.

P.S. Make sure you sell the souls of autobots who have Vatican colours (white and yellow) when paying for the Emperor ticket.

[1AZRAEL1]

Emperor!!!!:eek: I had to pinch myself when you said that name because I never thought they'd travel to this country. As coincidence would have it I recently bought the black box edition of IX Equilibrium. I've listened to the album once and I'm already blown away.

P.S. Make sure you sell the souls of autobots who have Vatican colours (white and yellow) when paying for the Emperor ticket.

They're playing Anthems in it's entirety. I saw Ihsahn in Melbourne, and he loved the place, and his tour manager made comments that hinted the future. I saw Direct Touring post the iconic E logo the other day and was waiting on this.

[shockNwave]

They're playing Anthems in it's entirety. I saw Ihsahn in Melbourne, and he loved the place, and his tour manager made comments that hinted the future. I saw Direct Touring post the iconic E logo the other day and was waiting on this.

You mean you tried to meet Ihsahn face to face?

[1AZRAEL1]

You mean you tried to meet Ihsahn face to face?

His VIP for Melbourne show sold out. The VIP for the Emperor show is too much for me to afford. I'm happy just ro get the chance to see them finally. 50% of tix sold out in 4hrs this morning. It's crazy.

[shockNwave]

Yaaaaaay:D!!!!!!!!!!!! I got an Emperor ticket! Thank you for the heads up, 1Azrael1:cool:.

[1AZRAEL1]

Yaaaaaay:D!!!!!!!!!!!! I got an Emperor ticket! Thank you for the heads up, 1Azrael1:cool:.

Welcome. It's gonna be a great gig.

And next announcement, Phil Anselmo and the Illegals

[1AZRAEL1]

Saw Michale Graves tonight. I know not metal, but damn a good show. Heard some Misfits songs sung by the person who should. When I saw Misfits years ago, Jerry sucked on vocals haha

[1AZRAEL1]

Hypocrisy and Kataklysm coming in May. Bloody hell, I'm having trouble keeping up with all these gigs.

[shockNwave]

Hypocrisy and Kataklysm coming in May. Bloody hell, I'm having trouble keeping up with all these gigs.

Sorry, I'm not much of a death metal fan. The only such metal in my collection is Nile.

[1AZRAEL1]

Sorry, I'm not much of a death metal fan. The only such metal in my collection is Nile.

I'm a pretty big fan of Hypocrisy. Peter, the mainman, is the mastermind behind PAIN and LINDEMANN and produces alot of bands' albums. Met him when PAIN came out this year. I don't have alot of death metal in my collection, it's quite varied.

[shockNwave]

Recently got the special edition of Machine Head's The More Things Change...

Now all my Machine Head CDs are special editions at last:D.

[1AZRAEL1]

Saw Dee Snider last night. First time he's been out in nearly 35 years, and damn for a 63 year old he has alot of energy. And absolute legend of rock for what he did for rock n roll. So glad I managed to snag a free ticket.

[shockNwave]

Saw Dee Snider last night. First time he's been out in nearly 35 years, and damn for a 63 year old he has alot of energy. And absolute legend of rock for what he did for rock n roll. So glad I managed to snag a free ticket.

You bet he's a legend and he'll be an even bigger legend in this country when he gives that Clive Palmer %#&@hole his comeuppance.:)

He's already shown against Tipper Gore that he won't let politicians treat him like crap.

[1AZRAEL1]

Wonder if Download festival will happen in Sydney next year of old Gladbags has anything to do with killing music festivals in NSW....

But currently listening to a band called Summoning. The newest album, whilst not as good as their last, is still great. If you like atmospheric black metal like soundtracks, and Lord of the Rings, definitely worth checking these guys out.

[1AZRAEL1]

Saw Slayer last night. Hanneman must have been looking down on us. Started to rain for Hell Awaits and through South Of Heaven, then belted down through Raining Blood. We got saturated. But damn what a gig. End of an era. Clash for tomorrow's Download is crap but I dunno who to choose either Slayer or Ghost.

[shockNwave]

Saw Slayer last night. Hanneman must have been looking down on us. Started to rain for Hell Awaits and through South Of Heaven, then belted down through Raining Blood. We got saturated. But damn what a gig. End of an era. Clash for tomorrow's Download is crap but I dunno who to choose either Slayer or Ghost.

The trick is to imagine it's like the downpour at the end of Evil Dead (2013).:D

[1AZRAEL1]

The trick is to imagine it's like the downpour at the end of Evil Dead (2013).:D

I'll admit, haven't seen the remake :o

But my mate did manage to video the intro, and with the red stage lights, looked like Raining Blood lol

[shockNwave]

I myself know what it's like being caught in a downpour at a concert. It was at the infamous GnR, Skid Row & Rose Tattoo concert at Calder Park where it was 39 or 40 degrees and we were holding up our cups to catch the rain.

[1AZRAEL1]

The rain was worth it. During the wait for, I think Behemoth, today only rained a lil.

I missed that gunners gig

[1AZRAEL1]

One of my favourite folk metal bands Týr just released their new album Hel. My boxset arrived yesterday so now giving the cd a spin. It's already being hailed as contender for album of the year, and I have to agree.

[shockNwave]

I've heard 3 or 4 tracks from Tyr. The music of these Faroe Islanders would be perfect for the Vikings TV series.

[1AZRAEL1]

I've been a fan for quite some time now. Well worth checking them out.

[shockNwave]

Just finished watching Lords Of Chaos and of course it's not as good as the book (which I've read twice) but the film could've ended by at least pointing out the legacy of black metal (e.g. the global success of Dimmu Borgir) and Varg being driven out of Norway.

[1AZRAEL1]

I'm still yet to watch it. Soon I will.

Speaking of which, I saw Emperor last night. What a show.

[shockNwave]

I'm still yet to watch it. Soon I will.

Speaking of which, I saw Emperor last night. What a show.

Agree. Especially at the end when they brought out the big screen visuals of Scandinavian forests, it added so much atmosphere that I wish they'd done that from the start.

[shockNwave]

Just finished reading the Wreckers Saga and these are the albums I used as backing music:

1.Ire - Parkway Drive
2.Band of Brothers - Hellyeah
3.Crimson Tide score - Hans Zimmer
4.Terminator Salvation - Danny Elfman
5.Vulgar Display of Power - Pantera
6.Far Beyond Driven - " " "
7.Meantime - Helmet

and certain Metallica and Iron Maiden songs.

[1AZRAEL1]

So I finally got around to putting into a list of the bands I'll be seeing on a short 2 week trip to Germany (and one day in Austria) Gotta say it's quite an impressive list.

Feb 11th Hamburg
Sabaton
Apocalyptica
Amaranthe

Feb 12th Hamburg
Abbath
1349
Vltimas

Feb 13th
Preparing for a big weekend

Feb 14th-16th Wacken Winter Nights (gonna see as many as I can)
Baldrs Draumar
Borknagar
Cellar Darling
Comes Vagantes
Corvus Corax
Dalriada
D’Artagnan
Der Elfenthron von Thorsagon
Einherjer
Fairytale
Fejd
Finsterforst
Heidevolk
Hexvessel
Irdorath
Lindy-Fay Hella
Månegarm
Metsatöll
Nytt Land
Primordial
Reliquiae
Sangre De Muerdago
Schandmaul
Subway To Sally
Suidakra
Storm Seeker
Thyrfing
Tyr
Varang Nord
Waldkauz
Winterfylleth
Ye Banished Privateers
and many more!

Feb 17th Munich
Lindemann
don't know supports yet, if any

Feb 18th Berlin
Testament
Exodus
Death Angel

Feb 19th Vienna
Rage
Serenity
Vanish

[shockNwave]

The big standouts for me on that list are: Sabaton, Abbath, Borknagar, Cellar Darling, Tyr, Testament, Death Angel and Rage.

[1AZRAEL1]

The big standouts for me on that list are: Sabaton, Abbath, Borknagar, Cellar Darling, Tyr, Testament, Death Angel and Rage.

Definitely highlights for me. There's alot to see. We'll see if Abbath is still alive after his last performance in Argentina lol. Lindemann just happened to be pure luck that they announced a tour whilst we'll be over there. Rage, I've been a fan of for a very long time, and flying to Vienna is the only shot we have whilst there too. We're making it happen.

[shockNwave]

Definitely highlights for me. There's alot to see. We'll see if Abbath is still alive after his last performance in Argentina lol. Lindemann just happened to be pure luck that they announced a tour whilst we'll be over there. Rage, I've been a fan of for a very long time, and flying to Vienna is the only shot we have whilst there too. We're making it happen.

Just read about THAT Abbath show and at least it's not as bad as Joe Cocker at Sunbury (I think):confused:. He was so wasted he got up on stage took a look at the audience and then turned back.

PS. I forgot to mention Lindemann as a stand out.:o

[1AZRAEL1]

Just read about THAT Abbath show and at least it's not as bad as Joe Cocker at Sunbury (I think):confused:. He was so wasted he got up on stage took a look at the audience and then turned back.

PS. I forgot to mention Lindemann as a stand out.:o

I seen a picture screenshot from one of the videos I believe, and he either looks really sad or pained. Part of me thinks something has happened in his personal life that tipped him over the edge. I know he has a kid with his ex which is Demonaz's sister. Hopefully I'm reading too much into it.

Lindemann was lucky. We'd booked a hotel in Berlin that night because we had no plans, so now we go to Munich instead to see them. And in a bizarre twist, Tenacious D is playing Berlin that night instead lol

[1AZRAEL1]

Keep an ear out for Tyr coming here. There's tix for a show in Canberra in May with Arkona. I haven't seen any official announcement yet though.

[shockNwave]

I've been wanting to finish a certain big Marvel event with a bang and planned on buying Death Angel's Humanicide and Killswitch Engage's Atonement. Then I find out from Loudwire (the day before I purchased them) that these two bands have received Grammy nominations for Best Metal Performance. Speak of the Devil, huh?

[1AZRAEL1]

I've been wanting to finish a certain big Marvel event with a bang and planned on buying Death Angel's Humanicide and Killswitch Engage's Atonement. Then I find out from Loudwire (the day before I purchased them) that these two bands have received Grammy nominations for Best Metal Performance. Speak of the Devil, huh?

Spooky lol

The Týr show in Canberra is still on sale, they brought it a day forward to 14th May. I spoke to Heri and he said was supposed to be announced on 2nd December. But Overdrive seems more to be focusing on promoting their closer upcoming gigs. I wanna see if there are more shows. And am planning on seeing them all.

Oh and I'll be catching Venom Inc this Sunday for their only Aussie show, and it's free heh

[shockNwave]

Damn, I was hoping Venom Inc. was a tribute band to Spider-man's nemesis.

[Sinnertwin]

I went looking for the Abbath concert that you guys mentioned & while it was a bit tamer than I anticipated it was still a WTF moment

[1AZRAEL1]

Damn, I was hoping Venom Inc. was a tribute band to Spider-man's nemesis.

Hahaha nope. But you can catch them on tour this year lol


I went looking for the Abbath concert that you guys mentioned & while it was a bit tamer than I anticipated it was still a WTF moment

True, but his sloppy playing of probably one of my favourite Immortal songs, just horrible lol

Well I got home at 4am NYD and decided time to play my bass again but wouldn't you bloody well know it, it wouldn't register properly on my PlayStation. Turns out the 9 volt battery was dead and I had no way of getting a new one until later in the day. Downloaded another Dethklok pack, as well as a metal pack with Machine Head, Children of Bodom and Death. I don't know what possessed me to even try Crystal Mountain, my favourite Death track. Well out of my skill range after not playing bass for over 6 months. I'll have to sit there practicing alot on slower plays.

[shockNwave]

1AZRAEL1, I noticed you recently got Animated Soundwave. Have you noticed that Laserbeak is a fan of Metallica's debut album due to his color scheme and alt. mode;).

[1AZRAEL1]

It's a classic. Soundwave and heavy metal go hand in hand lol

12 more days until I fly over to Germany to see some great bands, not that I'm counting

[shockNwave]

With the corona situation at the moment I found some metal songs on the net that are disease themed in the form of:
Epidemic by Slayer
Sickman by Alice in Chains
Down with the sickness by Disturbed

And here's two contributions of my own:

Crashing Around You by Machine Head
and
T-4 Strain by Henry Rollins and Goldie.

[1AZRAEL1]

Could do Gwar's The Issue Of Tissue lol

[shockNwave]

Could do Gwar's The Issue Of Tissue lol

It would be great if there was a music video featuring people in gladiatorial armor fighting each other in the toilet paper aisle.

[1AZRAEL1]

It would be great if there was a music video featuring people in gladiatorial armor fighting each other in the toilet paper aisle.

Makes me want to do that at hahaha

[1AZRAEL1]

https://youtu.be/CbI79e5iZKs

An interesting doom metal band from Japan that has been around since the 80s. Quite cool.

[shockNwave]

Not bad. I bet they've toured with Boris.

[1AZRAEL1]

I'm tending to find strange and interesting bands these days