Category: reviews
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Kamelot Ignites NYC’s Webster Hall in a Fiery Night of Symphonic Metal Bliss with Support from Battle Beast and Xandria
Ryan Murray | Co-Owner | Chief Editor | Contributor | Photographer r.m.music84@gmail.com The excitement was palpable as I arrived at NYC’s Webster Hall for an epic night of metal. The check-in process was smooth as I eagerly received my photo pass and ticket. With about 30 minutes to spare before the show kicked off, I…
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Why Soen’s ‘Memorial’ Is Poised to Be a Career-Defining Standout That Raises the Bar For All Genres
Ryan Murray | Co-Owner | Chief Editor | Contributor | Photographer r.m.music84@gmail.com Soen’s upcoming album “Memorial” is a powerful and dynamic masterpiece that encapsulates the pulse of our modern world. The band skillfully navigates through the tumultuous landscape of contemporary society, infusing each track with an unyielding energy and a profound sense of purpose. The…
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Seeking Solace in Shadows: CANINE, Israel’s Metalcore Upstarts, Set to Unleash ‘Vessels’
Ryan Murray | Co-Owner | Chief Editor | Contributor | Photographer r.m.music84@gmail.com CANINE’s latest single, “Vessels,” set to release on August 16th, 2023, is a powerful testament to the band’s ability to merge intense emotions with intricate musicality. The track delves into the challenging themes of depression, anxiety, and addiction, addressing the relentless battle against…
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Godsmack & Staind Shake Up Holmdel NJ’s PNC Bank Arts Center with Mix Master Mike
Ryan Murray | Co-Owner | Chief Editor | Contributor | Photographer r.m.music84@gmail.com Holmdel, NJ’s PNC Bank Arts Center witnessed an electrifying display of hard rock on Saturday July 29th, as the mighty Godsmack took the stage amidst a lineup that promised nothing short of auditory thunder. However, the night wasn’t without its share of hiccups.…
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Humanity’s Last Breath Forges Uncharted Realms of Sonic Brutality w/ “Ashen”
Ryan Murray | Co-Owner | Chief Editor | Contributor | Photographer r.m.music84@gmail.com 📸 – Jesper Blom Humanity’s Last Breath’s latest offering, “Ashen”, released on August 4th, 2023 via Unique Leader Records, is a formidable exploration of sonic extremity that pushes the boundaries of modern metal. The album serves as a harrowing journey through a desolate…
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Eleine Electrifies With New Album “We Shall Remain”; Raises The Bar Significantly Higher
Ryan Murray | Co-Owner | Chief Editor | Contributor | Photographer r.m.mmusic84@gmail.com Eleine’s latest album, “We Shall Remain”, is a captivating and immersive musical journey that firmly establishes the band as a force to be reckoned within the symphonic metal scene, and even beyond. With their blend of symphonic elements, heavy guitars, and soaring vocals,…
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