ALBUM REVIEW: Kilter – Axiom


Coronavirus, quarantines, lockdowns… This seems to be the only thing we are reading all through social media around the world. Though a very serious and sad situation (stay home!), there are other ways to battle the probable lack of activity that you may be going through at home and, if you feel adventurous, you should press play to Kilter‘s Axiom (Alter-Nativ). The Brooklyn trio composed of Kenny Grohowski (Imperial Triumphant) on drums, Ed Rosenberg III on sax, and Laurent David on bass brings a very exciting, weird record that combines the heaviness of their obvious Metal roots with the strange soundscapes that Jazz can bring. Continue reading


Various Artists – BC35 Volume Two


 

Odd, noisy, relaxing, introspective, and uneven are some of the words that can be used to describe BC35 Volume Two and that’s just with regards to the first four songs. For those out of the loop BC35 Volume Two is the second and final piece of the BC Studio anniversary puzzle. In short, producer and cultural antagonist Martin Bisi – known for his recording work with the likes of Helmet, Unsane, Dresden Dolls and more – has assembled a group of musicians and let them kick out the jams. Continue reading


Desertfest Announces New York Festival For Next Spring


Purveyors of Doom and Stoner Metal, Deserftest has a series of long-running annual must festivals in the UK, Germany, and Belgium. Now they are bringing it to New York City next spring. Desertfest crew are partnering with Tee Pee Records and the fest is expected to be at multiple venues in Brooklyn, NY. Desertfest New York 2019 is taking place April 26th-28th 2019 in Brooklyn, New York.

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Suicidal Tendencies To Play House Of Vans New York Next Month For Free


House of Vans has announced its annual House of Vans Summer Concert Series for their Brooklyn New York venue and other cities. Just announced, limited tickets to see Suicidal Tendencies, with support from Killing Time and CHUD. ST drummer and metal legend Dave Lombardo recently tweeted that the band would have a new album this fall. Get your tickets at the link below! Continue reading


Royal Thunder And Crobot Electrify Saint Vitus Bar


Royal Thunder and Crobot are two bands that truly put their heart and soul into everything they do, so it was only a matter of time before they decided to hit the road together. Continue reading