Jessica Pimentel (Brujeria, Alekhine’s Gun, Black Heart Sutra, Orange Is The New Black) to Be Featured at The Inferno Metal Festival Conference



The Inferno Music Conference has announced an Interview featuring the multi-talented Jessica Pimentel conducted by Erin Lynch. From her iconic roles in television series such as Orange is the New Black and The Horror of Dolores Roach, to her performances as the lead singer of the brutal metal band Brujeria, Jessica is renowned for her diverse skill set across various industries, transitioning from music to acting, and now venturing into directing and producing. Keep reading below for more information.
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ALBUM REVIEW: Brujeria – Esto Es Brujeria


Holy shit, it’s been thirty years since Brujeria’s seminal – or infamous – debut, Matando Güeros? Okay, I guess that aids in understanding why we’re getting latest LP Esto Es Brujeria (Nuclear Blast) in the year of our lord 2023. Literally just realized this.

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Alekhine’s Gun (ft. Jessica Pimentel) Shares New Single – “21”


Brooklyn’s Alekhine’s Gun has shared a new single, their first in six years. The new song ‘21’ is their first music since their last EP, 2014’s …And Things Will Fall. The band features actress and metal vocalist Jessica Pimentel (Orange Is the New Black, Brujeria). The new track comes off of their upcoming new release, Year of The Lazarus, release date as yet revealed. Check out the track now! 

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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #370: Jessica Pimentel on Coronavirus and More!


Jessica Pimentel is an acclaimed actress of stage and screen (Maria Ruiz on Orange Is the New Black, countless other roles) and also a notable metal vocalist and musician (Alekhine’s Gun, Brujeria, Black Heart Sutra, Gimmie Radio DJ) and ambassador for the industry. Matt and Keefy had Jessica on the pod reflecting on her life and career and sharing some thoughtful commentary about surviving the Coronavirus pandemic quarantine with your wits intact. Dumb and Dumbest #370 is streaming now and it’s an interview with Jessica Pimentel on Coronavirus and More! Dumb and Dumbest is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR) and Keith Chachkes (Ghost Cult/BDWE Media). In addition to the podcast, Matt, Curtis, and Keith all host The Music Marketing Challenges: low-cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists.  And we just launched a Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! DM Matt or Curtis at the links below for detailsContinue reading


Slayer Shares a New Preview of the “Repentless Killogy”, Out This Week


 

Slayer has shared another teaser from the Repentless Killogy Film, making its debut in theaters on November 6th in a global even in conjunction with Trafalgar Releasing, Nuclear Blast Records and Prime Zero Productions.  The deluxe package for purchase is also available on November 8th as the band continues its final tour dates ever. The one-night-only event will feature the short film paired with Slayer’s entire performance filmed at its August 5, 2017 concert at the Los Angeles Forum. Watch the teaser trailer below and buy your tickets now to see it at a theater near you!

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Watch Kerry King and Tom Araya of Slayer Discuss “The Repentless Killogy”


 

Slayer has shared another new trailer for their Repentless Killogy Film,  making its debut in theaters on November 6th in a global even in conjunction with Trafalgar Releasing, Nuclear Blast Records and Prime Zero Productions. The one-night-only event will feature the short film paired with Slayer’s entire performance filmed at its August 5, 2017 concert at the Los Angeles Forum. Watch Slayer legends Kerry King and Tom Araya discuss the trilogy of videos in this video and buy your tickets now to see it at a theater near you!

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Slayer Shares New “Repentless Killogy” Teaser Trailer


Slayer has shared a new teaser trailer for their Repentless Killogy Film,  making  its debut in theaters on November 6th in a global even in conjunction with Trafalgar Releasing, Nuclear Blast Records and Prime Zero Productions. The one-night-only event will feature the short film paired with Slayer’s entire performance filmed at its August 5, 2017 concert at the Los Angeles Forum. Watch the teaser trailer below and buy your tickets now to see it at a theater near you!

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Slayer Shares “Repentless Killogy Trailer”, Tickets on Sale Now


Slayer’s Repentless Killogy Film will debut in theaters on November 6th in a global even in conjunction with Trafalgar Releasing, Nuclear Blast Records and Prime Zero Productions. The one-night-only event will feature the short film paired with Slayer’s entire performance filmed at its August 5, 2017 concert at the Los Angeles Forum. Watch the teaser trailer below and buy your tickets now to see it at a theater near you!Continue reading


The New Trailer for Slayer’s Final Tour Features Jessica Pimentel and Danny Trejo


Retiring Thrash metal legends Slayer have released a teaser for what may be a new video, due later this year to coincide with their final tour. The 40-second clip features Orange Is The New Black star and metal vocalist (Alekhine’s Gun, Brujeria) Jessica Pimentel and veteran actor Danny Trejo. Trejo appeared in Slayer’s ‘Repentless’ video and narrated a trailer for the band’s “The Final Campaign”! Continue reading


Tune In To Metal Artist and Actress Jessica Pimentel’s New Gimmie Radio Episode Today


Orange Is The New Black and their new season made it’s debut on Netflix last weekend. If your friends and family look bleary-eyed it’s likely because they have been binge-watching the acclaimed series to catch up. Series regular Jessica Pimentel, who plays Maria “Ruthless” Ruiz on the show continues to have a pivotal role. When she is not acting or playing in her musical projects like Alekhine’s Gun, Black Heart Sutra and Brujeria, she also hosts a show on Gimmie Radio, Crushing Metal. The new episode airs today at 12 noon PT / 3 pm ET. Gimmie Radio offers free metal radios stations curated by awesome DJ’s 24/7 via their app or website. Continue reading