Some shows you take road trips to go and see, and this was one of them. On November 1st, I made the trek to Philadelphia’s Wells Fargo Center to see the Iron Maiden and The Hu share the stage. From New York, it should be a two-hour trip-plus with traffic, you can add an extra hour. Silly me, that wasn’t enough. Continue reading
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CONCERT REVIEW: Till Lindemann – Twin Temple – Aesthetic Perfection Live at Pier 17 Rooftop
Till Lindemann’s recent performance at Pier 17 in New York City was an immersive journey into a world of theatrics, intensity, and dark humor. Infamously known for his provocative stage persona with Rammstein, Lindemann’s solo endeavor retained the same edge while introducing innovative elements that catered to his distinctive artistic identity. The show took place against the breathtaking backdrop of the rooftop venue, with the illuminated New York skyline of the Brooklyn Bridge serving as a mesmerizing backdrop, creating a visually and sonically captivating experience. Continue reading
INTERVIEW: Joey Z of Life of Agony’s Talks About Their New Single “The Crow (In Memory of B.L.)” and More
In this episode, Omar Cordy chatted with our old pal Joey Z of Life of Agony all about their new single “The Crow (In Memory of B.L.)!” The new track is a stand-alone single/video that pays tribute to the original movie “The Crow” which turned 30 years old this year, and its iconic star Brandon Lee (RIP). They also covered a bunch of other topics! They discussed the track, the classic 1994 movie and comic book history, Life of Agony history, their boat cruise in NYC, Joey’s work on past projects such as Stereomud, memories of Biohazard and Type O Negative, and future plans! Continue reading
CONCERT REVIEW: Abbath – Imperial Triumphant – Black Anvil – Final Gasp Live at Gramercy Theatre
New York City’s Gramercy Theatre was the epicenter of a black metal storm on a late spring night, with Abbath headlining the night in support of his “Dread Reaver” North American tour. The intimate venue, packed to the brim with die-hard fans, became a cauldron of raw energy and dark atmospheres, punctuated by the thunderous performances of the opening acts: Final Gasp, Imperial Triumphant, and Black Anvil.Continue reading
CONCERT REVIEW: Amon Amarth – Cannibal Corpse – Obituary – Frozen Soul Live at The Oakdale Theatre
The Viking metal titans, Amon Amarth, descended upon the Toyota Oakdale Theatre last night, delivering an epic metal extravaganza for the Metal Crushes All Tour 2024 Tour. The powerhouse lineup for the night included death metal titans Cannibal Corpse and Obituary, alongside new-school death metal leaders Frozen Soul. The atmosphere was electric, with fans eagerly anticipating a night filled with relentless riffs, growling vocals, and anthemic metal. Continue reading
Corey Glover of Sonic Universe Talks About Their Debut Album “It Is What It Is”
In our latest episode Ghost Cult’s Omar Cordy chatted with Corey Glover (Living Colour, Disciples of Verity, solo) to discuss his new rock supergroup Sonic Universe, ft. shredder Mike Orlando (Adrenaline Mob)! Their debut album It Is What It Is – out soon from earMUSIC! Corey discussed the formation of the band, the new album, and much more!
REVIEW: Sweeny Todd Live at The Lunt Fontanne Theatre
Prepare to be mesmerized and transported into the dark, macabre world of Victorian London with Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street at The Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in New York. This Broadway rendition of the classic musical is tailor-made for the heavy music fans. Most of us know the 2007 movie starring Johnny Depp and directed by Tim Burton. Which is fine But it is barely the tip of that iceberg of the story. I suspect even fewer know or remember the Angela Lansbury (Murder She Wrote) and Len Cariou (Fraiser) original from 1979. That being said, this a timeless show you should see. From the opening number of “The Ballad of Sweeney Todd” to the finale, this the most diverse Broadway cast I’ve ever seen. Continue reading
CONCERT REVIEW: Cattle Decapitation – Immolation – Sanguisugabogg – Castrator Live at The Warsaw
Brooklyn’s newly reopened Warsaw venue, and witnessed an unforgettable night of extreme metal. The line-up boasting Cattle Decapitation, Immolation, Sanguisugabogg, and Castrator delivered performances that showcased the raw energy and technical prowess of the genre. This diverse range of death metal styles made it a night to remember for fans.Continue reading
CONCERT REVIEW: Lucifer – Coven – Early Moods Live at Le Poisson Rouge
The renowned venue Le Poisson Rouge hosted an unholy night of Heavy Metal, in the heart of New York City. A triple bill dubbed “The Satanic Panic Tour” – featured Lucifer, Coven, and Early Moods. It was the perfect environment for this tour. The bands did not disappoint, giving a modern throwback feeling of heavy metal.Continue reading
INTERVIEW: Brendon Small Part 2: Metalocalypse – Dethklok – Dethalbum IV and Dealing with a Burglary
In the second part of this two-part feature, Omar Cordy and Brendon Small of Adult Swim’s Metalocalypse – Dethklok discuss the making of Dethklok’s “Dethalbum IV”, the difference between the album and movie score, and Brendon’s guitar robbery.