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FESTIVAL REVIEW: Bloodstock Open Air Part 2 – Live at Catton Hall

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After I visit the bust of Lemmy in the RAM Gallery, Brazilian death metallers Crypta are in full flow on the main stage, tearing through the likes of “Lift the Blindfold” and “From the Ashes”, casually stripping away any vestiges of third-day fatigue. And if that wasn’t the perfect wake-up call, then there”s always Bay Area thrashers Forbidden who blast through the likes of “Forbidden Evil,” “Twisted Into Form,” and “Step By Step” aided by summer recruit Dan “Chewy” Mongrain of Voivod. A great show, although a time overrun means we are deprived of the classic “Chalice of Blood.”Continue reading →


W.A.S.P. Announce 40th Anniversary Tour Contest

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In 2024, W.A.S.P. are celebrating the 40th anniversary of their debut album (released August 17, 1984), with a North American tour kicking off in late October. In conjunction with the live run, they have announced a tour contest, giving away prizes from event tickets to luxury stays. Keep reading below to find out more.
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Unto Others Premiere Their New Single and Video for “Raigeki” – Band to Tour With W.A.S.P.

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After releasing fresh material via Century Media in the last month with their single and music video, “Butterfly,”  Unto Others are at it again with more new music. The Portland, Oregon based band premiered their latest single, “Raigeki,” on Sirius XM Liquid Metal this week, and have now dropped a lyric video with the track, directed by Zev Deans. As part of an extensive live schedule, Unto others are also on the road with W.A.S.P. October through December. Check out the new lyric video and live listings below.
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Death Angel Book North American Tour Dates with W.A.S.P.

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Bay Area thrash legends, Death Angel, have announced a fall/winter tour with LA heavy metal icons W.A.S.P. The tour will kick off October 26th in San Luis Obispo, CA and will wrap December 14th in Los Angeles, CA. Further support on most dates comes from Unto Others. Find live listings and more from the band below.
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W.A.S.P. to Perform Debut Album Live on 40th Anniversary North American Tour

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W.A.S.P. have announced their Album ONE Alive! North American tour, marking the 40th anniversary of the release of their first album. To celebrate, they will, for the first time in 40 years, play the entire album on the tour this fall, kicking off October 26th in San Luis Obispo, CA. Support on all but three dates comes from Death Angel and Unto Others. Find the live listings and more below.
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S.O.R.M Drop New Single “Under My Skin” Featuring Doug Blair (W.A.S.P.)

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Rising hard rock outfit S.O.R.M has just dropped their new single, “Under My Skin.” This an alternative, original version of the piano piece title track from the band’s recent album, released in 2023. It features guest appearances from legendary W.A.S.P. guitarist, Doug Blair, and The Nightflight Orchestra’s Anna Brygård. Check it out in the article below and read more from the band.
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Joecephus and the George Jonestown Massacre’s MC5 Tribute Album (Alice Cooper, Jello Biafra, Phil Campbell and More) Out Now

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On Friday February 2nd the Rock ’n’ Roll world was saddened the passing of “Brother” Wayne Kramer, founding member and guitarist of the legendary, influential Detroit band the MC5. Issued on Black Friday, 2023 via Saustex Records Call Me Animal: A Tribute to the MC5 was never intended as a send-off for Brother Wayne, but his untimely passing makes its recent release feel even more serendipitous. Conceived by Joey “Joecephus” Killingsworth, the album was several years in the making with his band/collective Joecephus and the George Jonestown Massacre and his production partner Dik LeDoux. Kramer himself participated in the project, laying down a smoking version of “Human Being Lawnmower” with Jello Biafra. 
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ALBUM REVIEW: South of Salem – Death of the Party

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With a distinctly American sound and name, you might believe South of Salem hail from sunnier US climes rather than from right here in the good old UK. Only really notable for its beaches and a football team of intermittent quality, Bournemouth might not be a seething hive of metal activity but it is home to one of the best up and coming bands of the last few years. Continue reading →


Steve Riley, Drummer for LA Guns and W.A.S.P. Has Died

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Steve Riley, the former drummer of LA Guns and W.A.S.P., and the recent founder and drummer of Riley’s LA Guns, has died. He was 67. According to a post from his social media pages Steve struggled with health issues, and died after a brief battle with pneumonia. Steve was a great drummer and played on some of the most biggest and most popular Heavy Metal releases of all-time. We spoke to Steve after the settlement that allowed him to have his version of LA Guns, Riley’s LA Guns and make several releases as RIley’s LA Guns on Golden Robot Records. The band had a new full-length release planned for 2024. Steve was also a passionate entrepreneur and expert graphic designer as well. Rest in Peace. 

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W.A.S.P. to Release “The 7 Savage” Deluxe 8 LP Boxset From Their Classic Capitol Records Years

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W.A.S.P. has announced The 7 Savage: 1984-1992 deluxe 8 LP boxset from their Capitol Years, with studio album half-speed mastering, LP of bonus tracks, 60-page book, posters and numbered certificate. The 7 Savage: 1984-1992 will be released Friday 27th October 2023 on Madfish and is strictly limited to 2000 copies worldwide. Check out our two recent reviews of W.A.S.P.’s comeback tour here and here!  Watch the trailer and pre-order now at the link below.

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