In this episode, we chat with one of out most frequent guests: John Bush of Armored Saint (ex Anthrax)and now Category7! The new heavy metal collective featuring the all-star lineup of Bush, Mike Orlando (Adrenaline Mob, Sonic Universe, Noturnall), Phil Demmel (ex Machine Head, Kerry King, ex Vio-Lence), Jack Gibson (Exodus) and Jason Bittner (Shadows Fall, Overkill)! The band’s self-titled debut full-length, set for release on July 26th via Metal Blade Records. We talked to John evolving as a singer over the years, the new material and opportunities it offers, touring, how James Hetfield of Metallica became a fan, and much more! Continue reading
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Category 7 (Armored Saint, Adrenaline Mob, Machine Head, Exodus, Shadows Fall) Share Their New Single “Mousetrap”
Heavy metal supergroup, Category 7, have unleashed their latest single, “Exhausted.” It follows the recently released track, “Mousetrap,” and is accompanied by a music video. Both tracks come from the band’s self-titled debut full-length, set for release on July 26th through Metal Blade Records. Check out the new video and more in the article below.
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Category 7 (Armored Saint, Adrenaline Mob, Machine Head, Exodus, Shadows Fall) Share Their New Single “Exhausted”
Heavy metal supergroup, Category 7, have unleashed their latest single, “Exhausted.” It follows the recently released track, “In Stitches,” and is accompanied by a music video. Both tracks come from the band’s self-titled debut full-length, set for release on July 26th through Metal Blade Records. Check out the new video and more in the article below.
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Category 7 (Armored Saint, ex-Anthrax, ex-Machine Head, Shadows Fall, Exodus) Sign with Metal Blade Records
Metal Blade Records has just welcomed all-star heavy metal band, Category 7, into the fold. The new band features vocalist John Bush, guitarists Phil Demmel and Mike Orlando, bassist Jack Gibson, and drummer Jason Bittner, all drawn from such legendary acts as Armored Saint, ex-Anthrax, Adrenaline Mob, ex-Machine Head, Violence, Kerry King, Overkill, Exodus, and Shadows Fall. An album is already planned for 2024. Keep reading below for more information on this new partnership.
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CONCERT REVIEW: Queensryche and Armored Saint – Live at Ace of Spades
Ace of Spades is a short drive from my home, here in Sacramento, but unless I really want to deal with humans, I do not get there often. In this town, I do not know security, the will-call person, or anyone for that matter, so when I do go it is always a crap shoot if something goes sideways. However, this time I made sure I was getting in; no matter if a photopass was waiting for me or not. With tickets in hand, I was not missing this show, I checked in!Continue reading
INTERVIEW: John Bush of Armored Saint on Touring with W.A.S.P., and Much More!
Ghost Cult Keefy caught up with Armored Saint vocalist John Bush! The band is on tour supporting W.A.S.P., celebrating 40 years as a band. John discussed his career, changes in the music industry, touring with WASP, how much practice a band at this level needs to go on tour, how he keeps his voice in shape, thoughts on his time in Anthrax, his potential solo tour he has been contemplating, a new blues-based rock band he is working on, and much more!
NEW MUSIC FRIDAY: October 22nd New Music Releases
DVD REVIEW: Armored Saint – Symbol Of Salvaton Live
It’s been thirty years since Symbol of Salvation (Metal Blade Records) first landed on record shelves around the world and to celebrate, LA metallers Armored Saint present Symbol of Salvation Live (Metal Blade), a show recorded at New York’s Gramercy Theatre in 2018 where the 1991 classic was played in its entirety to an overjoyed and packed house.
Armored Saint Release Live Video – “The Truth Always Hurts”
Armored Saint have released a new live video for their track “The Truth Always Hurts” off their upcoming CD/DVD Symbol of Salvation Live (Metal Blade Records). Recorded at the legendary Gramercy Theater in New York City in 2018, the band will be releasing this live version of Symbol of Salvation (Metal Blade Records) as a means of celebrating the seminal records 30th anniversary. See the “The Truth Always Hurts” video below.
Watch Anthrax Conclude with Web Series with “Worship Music” and More!
Anthrax has concluded their Anthrax 40th Anniversary web series with thoughts on “Worship Music, longevity, and the future. The band wrapped up their 40th-anniversary livestream last month (review here) and are plotting next steps including a new album. Their next show is at Welcome To Rockville in November! Congrats on 40 and here’s to many more!