According to heartagram.com, HIM will be briefly touring Europe with Metallica this summer.
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Smashing Pumpkins also announce European tour dates.
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Random-ass interview with Matt Heafy of Trivium.
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Family Values tour is back and Korn are bringing Evanescence, Hellyeah, Flyleaf, Atreyu and Trivium along for the ride.
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Thursday, March 29, 2007
Machine Head releases new album
As you all know, when I was younger I was completely into the band Bush. I was very familiar with the song Machine Head, thusly I always seemed to notice a band called the same name as this song (which coincidentally we found out the band came first.) I was discussing this with my counterpart and being as we had never discussed this band I was surprised to hear that he was quite familiar with them. Machine Head for me have been one of those bands you see and hear about but never get around to listening to.
Either way, I received a message from the Machine Head street team letting me know that their new album came out on Tuesday and asking if I would write a little something about it. You know me, if I like it, it gets a plug (i.e. Serpico, Madina Lake) So I took a listen and seriously folks, it's some good shit. I should have taken a listen years ago.
Some brief history about the band:
They formed in Oakland, California in 1992. Released their first album, Burn My Eyes, in 1994 on an $800 budget. Band members include, Robb Flynn, Phill Demme, Dave McClain and Adam Duce. They've toured with some of the biggest names in metal including Slayer and Pantera and despite their "nu-metal" label (which we all know some people like to balk at) they have beat the odds and released an album that is getting really great press.
So check it out, give it a listen and let them know what you think. Do you ever notice how when something random is brought to your attention you notice it more frequently? Makes you wonder if you're noticing it because people are actually talking about it more or because it's moved into your conscious thought. hmm...and with that, here are a few stories I found today about Machine Head and their new album, "The Blackening." Listen
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Link 2
Find out more about the band here.
***UPDATE: Stream the entire album here for free!
Monday, March 26, 2007
Could it be? I think my heart just skipped a beat.
Could it be that MCR and HIM will be touring together this fall? From what I have found, while it has not been officially announced, HIM and MCR are allegedly going to be in cahoots on Linkin Park's Projekt Revolution tour. This is a match made in Shame-free heaven. Pinch me because I must be dreaming.
****Here is a new link from the San Antonio Sacrament:
http://www.ultimate-guitar.com/news/video_news/my_chem_placebo_saosin_set_for_linkin_park_projekt_revolution_tour.html
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Monday, March 19, 2007
Woman in metal
I just kept coming across all these random 'women' posts so let's see if we can put this puzzle together.
Revolver magazine is releasing an issue with the "Hottest Chicks in Metal" much to the delight of many metal dudes. They debate whether or not this is sexy or sexist. I think it's sexy until you start getting that sweaty, no-talent, skeezy, long-haired old metal dude in the crowd who yells "show us your t**s" Ew. If you're "that guy", stop.
Onwards, the comments tagged with this are pretty funny speaking of dumb, sweaty, old metal dudes. Oooh burn!
Reality Check TV is releasing a DVD called "Real Rock Divas" featuring the likes of Kittie, Lacuna Coil, Lita Ford, L7, etc. etc. etc. which I assume will feature them before they were famous or something. A few things...1.) Who gives a shit about Lita Ford. 2.) L7 hasn't been around for a million years and are only famous because of the whole tampon incident and 3.) Why are people still using the term "diva?" Not only is it so 1996 I can't stand it, I don't even think there really are divas anymore with the acception of maybe Aretha Franklin and Elton John. I know, it's an old joke but it never stops working. ZING!
Finally, are we really getting so desperate for television shows that we have to create one and name it "America's Hot Musician." Did a five-year-old think of this title? At least that stupid Grease show is called, "The One What I Want." Slightly clever, double meaning - I can deal with it. The judges are even more random, a National Symphony Violinist, a trombonist and....are you ready....former Kittie basist Talena Atfield. Huh?
A wee bit o' My Chem news
A little late for the irish accent, eh? Anyway, as promised, some MCR goodies.
Gerard talks about how Alice Cooper and Queen have influenced him.
Geoff Rickley, lead singer of Thursday and all-around Gerard Way chum talks about the MCR tour and his United Nations grindcore side project.
Awe...it's a girl!
According to Blabbermouth.com:
"A Swedish court has ruled that the parents of a seven-month-old girl in Kungälv, Sweden can name their child Metallica, according to the Swedish newspaper GP. The girl's parents wanted to give their daughter a name that combined their first names. After picking Metallica and checking twice with the Swedish tax agency Skatteverket if the name was acceptable, they were told that it shouldn't be a problem since there is already a girl in Sweden called Metallica. When they filed Metallica as one of the girl's three first names, the Skatteverket suddenly objected, claiming that the name was inappropriate because a famous hard rock band bears that name and the fact that it's too close to the word "metal." The parents filed an appeal with the district court, which has now ruled that the use of the name won't pose any problems for either the girl or anyone that she comes in contact with. One member of the jury objected to the ruling, claiming that the name probably will cause discomfort to the person who bears it."
This is hilarious. First, who would name a kid Metallica and second, how can a jury rule that it's not legal because they think it's unfair? hahaha Silly Swedish court system.
*Thanks to Carrie for bringing this to my attention.
"A Swedish court has ruled that the parents of a seven-month-old girl in Kungälv, Sweden can name their child Metallica, according to the Swedish newspaper GP. The girl's parents wanted to give their daughter a name that combined their first names. After picking Metallica and checking twice with the Swedish tax agency Skatteverket if the name was acceptable, they were told that it shouldn't be a problem since there is already a girl in Sweden called Metallica. When they filed Metallica as one of the girl's three first names, the Skatteverket suddenly objected, claiming that the name was inappropriate because a famous hard rock band bears that name and the fact that it's too close to the word "metal." The parents filed an appeal with the district court, which has now ruled that the use of the name won't pose any problems for either the girl or anyone that she comes in contact with. One member of the jury objected to the ruling, claiming that the name probably will cause discomfort to the person who bears it."
This is hilarious. First, who would name a kid Metallica and second, how can a jury rule that it's not legal because they think it's unfair? hahaha Silly Swedish court system.
*Thanks to Carrie for bringing this to my attention.
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LostProphets new single
Flogging Molly show review
Dave Mustaine thinks music news sites aren't nice. Awe...poor baby.
Shadows Fall answers fan questions
Interview with Maynard of Tool
The White Stripes haven't confirmed dates afterall
Wednesday, March 14, 2007
John 5 writes with The Scorpions
John 5, guitarist for Rob Zombie has a new album coming out and he has recently been working with Lynyrd Skynyrd and The Scorpions.
I have a funny story about The Scorpions. When I was in college I was friends with 4 Ukranian exchange students who were there on a music scholarship and had once played several shows with The Scorpions. Sergei, one of the viola players, looked like He-Man, wore tiny shorts in public and learned the hard way that taking a "flaming" shot of vodka isn't the wisest idea. Oh college...
Tour news and MCR for good measure
Sevendust for Family Values
Chris Cornell
Ozzfest dates
Fall Out Boy tour
So I know a lot of you dirty dogs out there want to do naughty things to the various members of MCR but all I want is to pinch Gerard's cheeks. You know, like a Grandma would do.Warning to Gerard: I'll coming to bamboozled and I'm coming for your cheeks, Mr.! ;)
Worst cover songs ever?
At first I thought this list was stupid and then I realized that if Cracked.com complied it, it really was. We all remember what they said about MCR don't we? here
20. "You Shook Me All Night Long" — Celine Dion and Anastasia
19. "Downtown Train" — Rod Stewart
18. "Knockin' on Heaven's Door" — Guns N Roses
17. "Demolition Man" — Manfred Mann
16. "American Pie" — Madonna
15. "My Generation" — Hilary Duff
14. "It's My Life" — No Doubt
13. "Video Killed The Radio Star" — The Presidents of the United States of America
12. "Walk this Way" — Macy Gray
11. "Another Brick in the Wall" — Korn
10. "I'm A Believer" — Smash Mouth
09. "Satisfaction" — Britney Spears
08. "Sweet Child O Mine" — Sheryl Crowe
07. "Big Yellow Taxi" — Counting Crows
06. "911 Is a Joke" — Duran Duran
05. "Anarchy in the UK" — Motley Crue
04. "Behind Blue Eyes" — Limp Bizkit
03. "Feel Like Making Love" — Kid Rock
02. "Dock of the Bay" — Michael Bolton
01. "And It Stoned Me" — Bob Dylan
I will give them one thing - most of these covers do suck, but so do most of the artists. Word to your mother.
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Lily Allen gets her scrap on with a photographer.
Kittie's Lander discusses girls in metal.
One more thing - I will be posting some mock-ups for t-shirt designs (yes, we're finally getting them printed) and I will need some opinions and I know how much you people like to tell me your opinions. ;)
Monday, March 12, 2007
More Finn Idol - Maiden and Deep Purple
It's the same kid in both. He kind of sucks in the first one. Word on the street is that he had a cold. I'll let it slide this time but DON'T LET IT HAPPEN AGAIN BITCH! haha kidding ;)
Lacuna Coil announce more tour dates. Too bad i'll be in 'Joisey' at Bamboozle during the Louisville show. :(
MCR Glendale, AZ review. And I quote, "My Chemical Romance's members wore all black for the encore, and Mikey Way returned to wearing old-school, black-framed glasses. (Mikey Way, who reportedly has had Lasik surgery correct his vision, was the subject of many a female's screams.)"
South by Southwest line-up. If you have about three hours to look through all the bands, let me know if there's anyone good. Geez...
Starbucks is forming a record label. I'm telling you, pretty soon they'll be selling Starbucks underwear. They're a regular KISS.
Speaking of KISS, Ms. Samina (who is wonderful by the way) sent me this link for an interview that is actually pretty entertaining. He's still a pompous ass but at least he has a sense of humor about it.
Saturday, March 10, 2007
HIM Uneasy Listening Vol. 2
I received a vague message from someone and all that it had were the following track listings for the new HIM Uneasy Listening Vol. 2. I did a search and Wikipedia was the only other site I could find with the information.
It may be right, it may be wrong. Let's call them the alleged track listings. ;)
1. Buried Alive By Love (616 Version)*
2. Rendezvous With Anus (El Presidente Version)
3. Sigillum Diaboli4. I Love You (Joffa Bond - We Miss Ya)*
5. The Beginning Of The End (Remix)
6. Again (Hollola Tapes)*
7. Wicked Game (Live in Turku)*
8. Soul On Fire (Remix)
9. Beautiful (Hollola Tapes)*
10. This Endless Dark (616 Version)*
11. Hand of Doom (Live in Turku)*
12. Right Here in My Arms (Live in Turku)*
13. Sail On (live in Turku)*
14. Pretending (Cosmic Pope Version) * previously unreleased tracks
Wednesday, March 7, 2007
This may be too much "strange" for one blog...
heavy, skinny, heavy, skinny
Lily Allen does "Smile" in Simlish - that would be the language in the Sims. Hilarious.
New Panic! at the Disco video
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Monday, March 5, 2007
Finnish Idol
I hate American Idol - no big secret. The Finns however are almost entertaining. I'd rather watch these people, who are singing in a language I can't even say 'hello' in than sit through a minute of American Idol. I take that back, I like the sucky people in the first few episodes. I know, I'm mean.
Some people don't get their medicine regularly
Ok, so...I know Van Halen have some personal issues but damn it's the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame! They should stop be whiney little bitches. Word.
Kelis, of 'Milkshake' fame, was arrested for attacking two undercover police officers dresses as hookers after she verbally assaulted them with a tirade of racist comments. What is wrong with people?
I know I give Jared Leto a rash of shit but I try to only pick on him when it's warranted. The people at Blender and the kids at Taste of Chaos in El Paso weren't following this trend. Blender says that Jared is acting like "an asshole" in this video. I beg to differ. I actually, I think he's being more pleasant than usual.
Jared dove into the crowd during 30STM's set at Taste of Chaos and came out with a broken nose, some kind of foot injury and "superficial injuries" to his body and face. To add insult to injury, Matt Wachter, bassist of the band left the group that same day. When it rains it pours, eh?Link
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New Cobra Starship video - soooo strange...
New White Stripes album
New Beastie Boys album - I don't want to be a hater, but are people still buying their stuff?
Dave Mustane of Megadeth to duet on new album with Cristina Scabbia of Lacuna Coil
AFI project, Blaqk Audio to resurface
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