If a single band were to personify avant-garde, Mamaleek have made as valiant a case as any for that honor. Continue reading
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INTERVIEW: How to Launch a DIY Label and Vinyl Pressing Plant with Helios Press Owner Yosuke Konishi
In this episode, we have a candid chat with Yosuke Konishi, the owner of Helios Press and Nuclear War Now Productions as he discusses the launch of his DIY underground metal label, and his journey of starting a vinyl record printing factory. Hear all about the intricacies of running an independent record label in the metal scene and more.Continue reading
Bandcamp Announces its Third Annual Juneteenth Event
Bandcamp has announced its’ third annual Juneteenth fundraiser where we donate 100% of our share of sales to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund on Friday, June 17th, from midnight to midnight Pacific Time. Read a statement from Bandcamp below.
PODCAST: Episode #167: Emily Jane White – on Her New Album “Alluvion”
Ghost Cult caught up with singer-songwriter Emily Jane White to discuss her new album Alluvion, out now via the Talitres label. Emily discussed her origins as an artist and singer, why activism goes hand-in-hand with her art, her love of Oakland, California, and much more.
ALBUM REVIEW: Necrot – Mortal – Tankcrimes
What’s the best strategy when it comes time to record a follow-up to a critically acclaimed album like 2017’s Blood Offerings? Well, for Necrot it seems as simple as following the course. Yes, that approach on paper does come across a little reductionist and it may imply that Mortal (Tankcrimes) is merely a rehash. But while Necrot may not be reimagining the genre on Mortal they are serving up some of the most satisfying Death Metal today.
Watch Tool’s New Years Eve Show In 1995
With New Years Eve right around the corner, and a new Tool album allegedly on its way, we’ve found a classic clip of the band to help with all of the excitement. Continue reading
Tool/Mastodon Supergroup Legend Of The Seagullmen Confirms Lineup, Announces First Show
Tool drummer Danny Carey and Mastodon guitarist and vocalist Brent Hinds got together in 2015 to form Legend Of The Seagullmen, and now that they’ve revealed their full lineup, they’ve finally announced their first show. Continue reading
Metallica Performs “Creeping Death” and “Blackened” Live at The Fox Theater
Metallica wrapped up their 2016 with an “intimate” Bay Area show two weeks ago in Oakland, and now they’ve shared an official recap of the gig. Continue reading
Metallica Performs At The Fox Theater In Oakland
Photo by Jeff Yeager via Metallica.com
Metallica wrapped up their 2016 with an “intimate” Bay Area show this past weekend in Oakland, and did not disappoint. Continue reading
Primus Announces 25th Annual New Year’s Eve Show In California
Primus has just announced the details for their 25th annual New Year’s Eve show, and it’s going to be huge. Continue reading