‘As The Crow Flies’ has masses of appeal… It is fun and offers up some brilliant songs. There is nothing here that feels particularly “filler”, with each song a strong contender for a single release. The album has massive replay value and that is exactly what I intend to do.
Now get your asses over to the UK so we can see you live!
“the record is full of heat, thunder, groove and blues at heart, which I think is what the listener will appreciate most… the record is full of heat, thunder, groove and blues at heart, which I think is what the listener will appreciate most.”
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Montreal, QC – April 5, 2016
Brutal Battle Cuba – Montreal – April 23 – National Final – One Band To Tour Cuba On Brutal Fest
Brutal Battle Cuba Launches Indiegogo To Send Instruments To Cuban Musicians
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/brutal-battle-cuba-2016–2#/
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BRUTAL BATTLE CUBA is proud to announce its line up for the 2016 national final taking place in Montreal, QC on April 23rd at Piranha Bar. After battle rounds in Oshawa, Ottawa, and Montreal, the following bands listed below will be competing for one to perform on this year’s BRUTAL SUMMER FEST TOUR across CUBA from from Aug 18-28. The winning Canadian band will be introduced to every aspect of Cuban culture during their seven dates over two weeks across the country with five to seven other international bands that includes crew members, drivers and one big bus on the road. The winning band will also be given the opportunity to be endorsed by companies such as InTune Guitar Picks and SoulTone Cymbals as well as a few other great prizes from their sponsors.
Brutal Battle Cuba organizer Rich O’Neil comments:
“I can hardly believe it is almost the final. We had so many great bands for the first edition of BBC, it was a tough call every night for the judges. Aprils 23rd is going to be an epic battle between 4 wicked bands and only one will get to go to Cuba for the Brutal Summer Fest. May the most brutal band wins!”
BBC National Final Line up:
In addition to holding the competition, BRUTAL BATTLE CUBA is raising funds for instruments to give to Cuban musicians. Full details can found at the following indiegogo link: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/brutal-battle-cuba-2016–2#/
BBC Battle Rounds:
MONTREAL – MARCH 11th @ PIRANHA BAR
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/564261330415879/
MUTANK (non competing)
DEALER – WINNER
ORDOXE
METTLESOM (non competing)
OTTAWA – MARCH 25th @ The Rainbow Bistro
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1663713050544476/
…FROM THE DEEP – WINNER
GREYLIGHTS
OMINOUS ECLIPSE
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Montreal, QC – March 1, 2016
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Sentimental Gentlemen Are “Kickin’ Stones” Across Canada In Their 2016 Tour April – May
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L-R: Rob Eustis (Drums), Mackenzie Walas (Vocals and Guitar), Jeremy Connell (Bass), Joe Howes (Guitar)
Photo credit: Meaghan Baxter Photography
Album Stream – The Devil’s In The Details: http://sentimentalgentlemen.com/music
Fort McMurray, AB rock and roll quartet Sentimental Gentlemen are embarking on their flagship tour across Canada in April and May. Their kick-off was April 1 in their hometown and the Cross Canada Tour is continued until May. The gents traverse over the course of 31 dates from western Canada to the east coast and plan to hit both major cities and small ones.
April 5 – Regina, SK – O’Hanlon’s
April 8 – Brandon, MB – North HIll Inn
April 9 – Winnipeg, MB – Shannon’s Irish Pub
April 11 – Thunder Bay, ON – The Foundry
April 13 – Timmins, ON – The Victory Tavern
April 15 – North Bay, ON – Raven & Republic
April 16 – Colborne, ON – The Queens Hotel
April 18 – Montreal, QC – Barfly
April 21 – Quebec City, QC – TBA
April 22 – Fredericton, NB – TBA
April 23 – Saint John, NB – Pub Down Under
April 24 – Charlottetown, PEI – Baba’s
April 27 – Halifax, NS – Gus’ Pub
April 29 – St. John’s, NL – The Levee
May 4 – Corner Brook, NL – Flynn’s Pub
May 5 – Stephenville, NL – Clancy’s Pub
May 9 – Moncton, NB – Plan B
May 12 – Montreal, QC – Barfly
May 13 – Ottawa, ON – TBA
May 14 – Cornwall, ON – Lola’s
May 17 – Oshawa, ON – The Atria
May 20 – London, ON – The Dominion House
May 21 – Windsor, ON – Villains
May 26 – Sudbury, ON – The Townehouse
May 27 – Sault Ste. Marie, ON – Loplop’s
May 29 – Kenora, ON – Norman Community Club
About:
Founding members Joe Howes (lead guitar) and Mackenzie Walas (lead vocals) met at an open mic night at a local tavern in Canada’s northern oil patch of Fort McMurray, Alberta in early 2013. Playing music was an outlet to get away from the busy lifestyle of a thriving boom-town. After playing songs together until they closed the place, it was certain that this was the start of a great musical friendship. Mackenzie had been performing around town and was looking to start a band. Joe had recently moved to town and had yet to meet anyone who shared his passion for rock music and performing.
They were dedicated to forming a band that wrote great songs and could match that quality on stage. Their songwriting process reflects the personality of the band. Laid back with a sense of motivated purpose for finding something new yet familiar, while trying not be limited by the influences of other genres…and having a whole lot of fun while doing it. Powerful raspy vocals with multiple harmonies, big guitar solos and heavy drums are the tools they use to find their sound. Bands like the Foo Fighters, Kings of Leon, Big Wreck, but also Stevie Ray Vaughn, ZZ Top, and the Eagles can be heard as influences.
At the very same open mic night, a few months later, they met Handsome Rob (drums) and with the help of some friends, the band released its self-titled debut, a 6-song EP in February of 2014. After recruiting Jeremy Connell (bass), the band’s line-up was complete. Since then, they have been pouring the pavement, performing at a variety of events in the Wood Buffalo region and across Alberta. The band has had the privilege of sharing the stage with The Sheepdogs, The Trews, and Trooper to name a few.
In November 2014, they began recording their new album at Sound Extractor Studios in Edmonton, AB. They wanted to capture the excitement and energy of their live shows, so most tracks were recorded live to retain their on-stage chemistry. “Kicking’ Stones” was released as the band’s first single and they filmed their first music video in support during the summer of 2015. The new album titled “The Devil’s in the Details” was released on September 26th, 2015. They plan on touring Canada in support of their record in the spring of 2016.
In the meantime, the Gentlemen continue playing a bunch of shows for awesome people, and writing new tunes for a future album as they plan for their upcoming Cross Canada Tour.
For more info, please visit http://www.SentimentalGentlemen.com.
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Montreal, QC – April 5, 2016
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For fans of Chimaira, Born Of Osiris, The Faceless, Veil Of Maya, All Shall Perish
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MetalInjection Video Premiere DEATH LULLABY ‘Renegade’
New Album ‘Wormz’ Out April 15th via Famined Records
Upcoming Show Dates:
April 8 – Montreal, QC @ La Vitrola – info
April 16 – Granby, QC @ Les Chevaliers De Colomb – Crush Your Fest – info
May 22 – Quebec City, QC – L’Anti Bar – info
Set to unleash their debut album ‘Wormz’ via Famined Records on April 15th, Montreal, QC’s DEATH LULLABY has teamed up with MetalInjection.netfor the video premiere of ‘Renegade’, which is one of eleven bone-crushing tracks from the release that features guest appearances from Fred Beaulieu (Beheading Of A King), Dan Mongrain (Voivod, Martyr) and Chris Donaldson (Cryptopsy) whom also produced, mixed and mastered the album at The Grid.
“”Renegade” represents Death Lullaby’s sound entirely, very aggressive, raw and punchy rhythms fused with melody and in some ways, technically challenging. A short and sweet track, but jam-packed with riffs that’ll make you count, and think to yourself: what the hell was that? A hint of sing-along chorus on this track, which if you are a fan of….is done more constructively throughout the full album with tracks like “They Dig/They Devour”, “Conquer All” & “Rainmaker”. For definite fans of Veil Of Maya, Born Of Osiris, All Shall Perish, Chimaira and Lamb Of God.” comments drummer Kevin Alexander.
To watch ‘Renegade’, please visit the following link: http://www.metalinjection.net/video/death-lullaby-shows-you-how-to-quit-your-job-and-go-to-a-show
For more info, please visit: www.DeathLullaby.com.
About:
It is inevitable that many bands today focus and depend on technology or image but completely forget what it feels like to be in a violent, hard hitting, and charismatic and professional metal show. Mounted from A to Z for choreography, light show, and stage presence, the band is not only known for the music, but giving the people what they want; a notorious live show & a run for their money.
“Wormz”, is Death Lullaby’s newest entity which was recorded, mixed & mastered by Chris Donaldson in Montreal’s renowned metal studio: The Grid. Containing 11 bone-crushing tracks that feature guest appearances such as: Fred Beaulieu from Beheading Of A King, Dan Mongrain from Voivod & Martyr and Chris Donaldson fromCryptopsy, this album will be sure to raise a few eyebrows.
With only the release of their 1st EP “Fractal” in late 2012, the 5 members have shown off their music all around the east coast of Canada and have done the 2 biggest Metal Festivals in Canada in 2013 (Heavy MTL, & Amnesia Rockfest). Opening for acts such as Born Of Osiris, Veil Of Maya, After The Burial, Ion Dissonance, I the Breather,Structures, Within The Ruins, Northlane, Vildhjarta, Origin, Beneath The Massacre, Cryptopsy and Hate Eternal, the band is in no struggle to take on bigger and better things.
It is no doubt that the 5 members put in the hours to attain a level that allows them to play with such reputable metal artists, and have proved time and time again, that they never fail to deliver. Not only is DL’s focus unbreakable, but the work ethic involved justifies every stepping stone of their career.
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Montreal, QC – April 5, 2016
For fans of Dark Angel, Voivod, Destruction/Kreator
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Canadian 80’s Thrashers AGGRESSION USA West Coast Tour Dates; Announce New Bass Player Martin Meyer (ex-Disciples of Power, Life Against Death, The Golers)
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Song Stream – Metal Slaughter – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZLdgSrz8ag
Canadian 80’s thrashers AGGRESSION announce they will be hitting the road this summer for their USA ‘Demons of West Coast Tour’ in support of their latest album ‘Fractured Psyche Demons’ released during August 2015 on Galy Records.
“As the Aggression accelerated journey to hell continues, I couldn’t be more excited about our upcoming promotional tour of the USA West Coast hitting cities that have been filled with Aggression fans since day 1. Back in the 80’s, we sold most of our demos in the L.A./San Fran market and it will be great to see some of these metal fans out there. Let’s thrash the West Coast – old school style!” comments founding member Denis Sasquatch Barthe.
In additional news, AGGRESSION is proud to announce new band member bassist Martin Meyer (ex-Disciples of Power, Life Against Death) who replaces original bass player Yves “Dug” Duguay.
Denis Sasquatch Barthe comments “The band lives in Vancouver on the West coast. Dug lives in Montreal on the East coast so that was working against us to begin with. We did a tour through Ontario and Quebec with him last spring and I think it was just too much for him. He’s been dealing with some health issues for a few years now. We all wish him the best.”
Meyer comments on joining the band “So there I was enjoying some time off from music. Having spent the better part of 30 years touring and playing in bands like the Golers, Life Against Death, this all after having my first taste of the music life with Disciples of Power all them years ago. Anyhow, like I said, I was enjoying my time off, then an old buddy of mine says to me “hey, ya wanna play a couple shows?”. So I say to myself “You should go have some fun” Well..here we are now, some time later and I say to myself. “Hey… These guys are alright, I think I’ll stick around””.
Track Listing:
1) Defenders Of The Old (brand new)
2) Cut Your Sins Off (brand new)
3) Sick And Disturbed (brand new)
4) Metal Slaughter 2015 (new version)
5) Mutilator/Beware Of The Scarecrow (from never released 1986 demo)
6) Forsaken Survival (from never released 1986 demo)
7) Bloody Massacre Carnival (from never released 1986 demo)
8) Blaspheming At The Altar (from 1985 demo)
9) Evil Pox (from 1985 demo)
10) Metal Slaughter (from 1985 demo)
11) Torment Or Death (from 1985 demo)
About AGGRESSION:
Fast forward to 2005. The 1986 AGGRESSION’s unreleased album Forgotten Skeleton gets unleashed and sees the band reunite at Montreal Metal Massacre fest 2005. Unable to commit to anything more than a few reunion shows, it was decided that the band would be put to rest once more. In the summer of 2014, band founder Denis Sasquatch Barthe hand picked players around him to breathe life back into Aggression. Changing home base from Montreal, QC to Vancouver, BC, Sasquatch recruited vocalist Brian Langley (from Toronto Thrash metal legends Infernal Majesty), bassist Martin Meyer (ex-Disciples of Power, Life Against Death), guitarist Dave Watson (Entropia) and Ryan Murray Idris (Expain) on drums. Since that time, the band has been its most active ever. In 2015, the band toured and co-headlined a number of festivals and select cities throughout North America along with releasing their first album of new material in 27 years entitled ‘Fractured Psyche Demons’ via Galy Records.
Discography:
*band line up for recordings was Denis Sasquatch Barthe (guitar and backup vocals), Botcher (vocals), Burn (guitar), Dug (bass) and Gate (drums and backup vocals).
*1985 – *4 track demo
*1986 – *Live (14 track live album)
*1986 -* 4 Track demo
*1986 – Forgotten Skeleton (originally recorded in 1986 and later released in 2004)
1987 – The Full Treatment (full length) – band lineup for The Full Treatment was Denis Sasquatch Barthe (guitar and backup vocals), Cactus Pete (vocals) Dug (bass and backup vocals) and Gate (drums and backup vocals)
For more info on Aggression, please visit the following links:
https://www.facebook.com/AGGRESSION85
https://twitter.com/Aggression85
http://www.reverbnation.com/aggression85
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World Of Make Believe, a solid piece of quality hard rock.
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