Yearly Archives: 2011
Weekly Dose of Metal: Akercocke
It’s time to rock out with your Akercocke out guys, because this week I shall be filling in for Guido for the Weekly Dose of Metal.
In case it isn’t painfully obvious from my initial sentence, this week I’m introducing you to a band called Akercocke. The band are a Progressive Blackened Death Metal band from England, and if you think that’s a mouthful, wait until you try and digest some of their epic 10 minute songs. This band are like the Opeth crossed with Behemoth, which is a good combination, I’m sure you’ll agree.
I’ve reviewed one of their albums before, so go have a read of that, and then check out the song ‘Verdelet’ below, taken from the album Words that go Unspoken, Deeds that go Undone.
New Machine Head album in the works
What you see above, is the first video of Machine Head preparing to record the follow-up to the masterpiece that is ‘The Blackening.’ “Preparing to record…”? Well, let’s call it “The Making of the New Album”, because that’s what Machine Head called this video.
My thoughts on the video? Well, Robb Flynn shares my opinion on Kiss. Demmel told us not to expect a Blackening 2, which is a good thing. I’ve absolutely loved ‘The Blackening,’ and I still do, but I want the Head to move forward and they seem to want the same thing.
“It’s gonna be heavy but melodic, too, you know? It’s gonna be the heaviest thing we’ve ever done” Phil Demmel made me laugh with that line. Every band that ever entered a studio has to say that line at least once before the record gets released. It’s mandatory.
Also, you can read the working titles for 11 songs, that were shown in the video, after the jump. Take into account that they’re working titles and the titles may change. I just hope #5 stays.
Is there anyone left in Chimaira? [updated]
Andols Herrick has left Chimaira – again. That makes him the third member to leave the band in the past six months (after bassist Jim LaMarca left the band in November, and following the departure of the keyboardist Chris Spicuzza last week). That’s half the band right there. Combine that with the fact the two guitar players are currently involved with Six Feet Under, we come to the realization that Mark Hunter must be one lonely guy right now.
You can read excerpts from his statement after the jump, where he cites issues in the band and the shift in the music industry and his uncertainty about his future as the main reason for deciding to leave them. Wow, what a downer. But it’s a pretty good reason for me to go watch some porn and make myself feel good.
Update: Just as I was about to spank the monkey, something interrupted me. Mark Hunter tweeted, reassuring that the band is not breaking up, and that there will be some sort of news tomorrow detailing the faith of the band.
In Flames reveal album cover and tracklisting
Boring post titles and page hits ftw! In Flames have revealed the tracklisting and the cover for their new album, Sounds of a Playground Passing. When I heard the album title, I thought two things: 1) emo; 2) Korn. And when I saw the album cover, I thought Korn again. Who gives a shit, as long as it doesn’t sound like them, right? Well, tell that to the 2004 In Flames fan.
Read on to see the tracklisting and the album cover.
You’ve got to be Shatning me…
William Shatner is working on an album with Ritchie Blackmore, Ian Paice, Zakk Wylde and Mike Inez. I’ll say it again, because I had to read it two times to believe it, also. William Shatner is working on an album with Ritchie Blackmore, Ian Paice, Zakk Wylde and Mike Inez.
Hey, April 1st is behind us guys, is this really happening?
I guess it is. According to Blabbermouth,
“Cleopatra Records has inked legendary actor William Shatner to a worldwide recording deal for a space-themed concept album entitled “Searching For Major Tom,” to be released later this year. Comprised of 19 “interpretations” of classic intergalactic rock anthems.”
Read full article here.
Make the jump to see a video of Zakk Wylde recording ‘Iron Man.’ Be careful, it’s an assful of wah action.
