On recorded tracks, Dead Prez sound like they are going to stick me up and tie me to a stop sign. You can imagine how I felt when one of these nice gents shook my hand—I was star struck. Nice guys. Their set was filled with bangers, knowledge dropping and the latest dance craze: the honky. … read more
Devil’s Brigade: Halfway to Hell
Matt Freeman has been the man to beat on bass for years. Since the late eighties he has put his signature driving bass lines to work in Operation Ivy, Rancid and various other bands, and has been happy to fill the role of side man. Now with over 20 years of career to look back on Freeman is looking forward by taking his side project, Devil’s Brigade, out on the road to support their self-titled debut release. … read more
Hooray For Earth @ Kilby Court
New York City’s Hooray For Earth popped into town last Thursday at Kilby Court and blew the spot up, as the hip hoppers would say. Hooray for Earth is a new brand of old ideas based on synth sounds from the 80s that incorporate modern song phrasings, lyrical styling and attitude. The result is an infectious beat machine combined with great vocal choruses and genuine joy-inducing structure. … read more
Napalm Flesh: The Corpse has Risen-Autopsy Interview
This week, we have an interview with Chris Reifert of Autopsy, as well as the usual rundown of upcoming live shows (including the Megadeth/Slayer/Anthrax concert) and plenty of blog exclusive CD reviews. … read more
SCDG League Championships
Saturday was the end of roller derby season for Salt City Derby Girls. The league championship game was played by Death Dealers and the Leave it to Cleavers. The Cleavers, who have been the league champs two years running, were looking to make league history with their third win. … read more
2010 Reel Rock Tour @ Tower Theater
On Wednesday September 29, 350 rock-climbing enthusiasts packed themselves into the Tower Theater for a showing of 6 rock-climbing films—First Round First Minute, The Hardest Move, Origins: The Hulk, Down and Out and Under, Fly or Die and the Swiss Machine. … read more
Atmosphere @ In the Venue on 10.02
Slug’s performances have never let me down, being able to see Blueprint and Grieves open for him makes it even better. I arrived slightly late to avoid the prepubescent onslaught of crowds. Although I’ve always enjoyed Atmosphere, the experience has undergone some massive changes since the early days. … read more
Napalm Flesh: Titans United – Slayer/Megadeth/Anthrax
This week’s Napalm Flesh metal blog includes a full review of the Slayer/Megadeth/Anthrax concert that happened on Tuesday, Oct. 19, along with a veritable feast of upcoming shows listed in the calendar as well as blog exclusive CD reviews from Children of Technology, Dawn of Ashes, Hail of Bullets and Unsun. … read more
The Dance Revolution Will Be Televised: Vox Lumiere presents The Phantom of The Opera
It has been said that both rock and opera are dead. If this is so, then Vox Lumiere’s performance of The Phantom of The Opera, on October 8 at Kingsbury Hall, can be viewed as an attempt to shock both back to life. … read more
An October Evening
What would you name an event that’s equal parts fashion show, mini-film-fest, live music, dance performance, magic act and photography slideshow (and takes place inside the Masonic Temple)? I’d call it something splendiferous – something that’d infuse people with the excitement of getting six shows for the price of one. I’d call it the “All Hallows Art Orgy” or maybe “It came from inside the Masonic Temple!!!” … read more
Phantogram w/ Josiah Wolf @ Kilby 10.18
Walking up to Kilby Court on Monday night, I saw a crowd standing outside the door. When I got closer, I realized it was the line to get in. The show sold out, seemingly because both Josiah Wolf and Phantogram were a big draw, even though the two bands touring together made no musical sense. … read more
Napalm Flesh: Honor the Dead – Worship the Horrific
This week’s blog is a full on Halloween celebration. I have compiled a list (it’s not a best of by any means) of recommended Halloween listening music list for the metal faithful, some you may have heard some you may have not. With each album comes a horrifying or evil song lyric to tantalize you eyebuds. Also included is a rundown of all the shows going down this week as well as some particularly evil themed blog exclusive CD releases. … read more
