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0 Thank You Canada! Huge headbanging love from me to you MDs and Djs \m/\m/ #2 Striker (CAN) and #5 The Great Sabatini The National Loud Chart For the Week Ending: Tuesday, November 27, 2018
0 Music Waves – Into Eternity – The Sirens
0 Hamilton’s THE CASTOR TROYS Premiere Tom Petty Cover Video “Runnin’ Down A Dream” via ThePunkSite
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Montreal, QC – November 28, 2018
For Fans of The Offspring, the Headstones, Social Distortion, Rise Against, Monster Truck, The Motorleague
Hamilton’s THE CASTOR TROYS Premiere Tom Petty Cover Video “Runnin’ Down A Dream” via ThePunkSite
Out Now! New EP “Legends Never Die”
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A story-telling hard rock band that tells tales of war heroes, bank robbers and clandestine lovers, this intrepid four-piece peddles true stories and truer fiction. Drawing inspiration from bands like The Headstones (whom they recently opened for), Social Distortion, Motörhead, The Offspring and Iron Maiden, The Castor Troys
Crafting fiery and infectious songs that draw you in and don’t let you go, Hamilton’s THE CASTOR TROYS are sharing a very special lyric video for their cover track of Tom Petty’s “Runnin’ Down The Dream”, which appears on the band’s latest EP “Legends Never Die” released at the beginning of this November.
Chris Ledroit (Guitars, Backing Vocals) explains:
“When we were planning the songs for the EP, we knew we wanted to include a cover. We wanted something that hadn’t already been covered several times, but also something that was a really familiar song. We also wanted something that wasn’t right in our genre, so we could change it and make it our own. We started working on this before Tom died: in fact it was just during the mastering stage that we heard the news. It was one of those moments where you remember exactly where you were when the news came on the radio: I was on my way home from the Midwest US at a gas station somewhere west of Chicago. It was an incredible coincidence that this song had taken such an important role in our lives by then so the news came as quite a shock. And the song sure means a lot more to us now.”
Watch the premiere of “Runnin’ Down The Dream” on ThePunkSite.com at the following link: http://thepunksite.com/news/exclusive-the-castor-troys-reveal-runnin-down-a-dream-video/
THE CASTOR TROYS‘ new EP “Legends Never Die” was produced by Andre Kaden Black plus engineered by Tal Vaisman (Ascot Royals) and has a refined the band’s sound, enabling them to capture the fierce energy of their live performance onto record, a great follow up to their 2015 debut full length “Come Hell or High Water” since forming in 2013.
“Six songs that draw influences of hard rock, punk, country and southern rock will make you sing along and pump your fist. This is veteran songwriting with youthful energy.” – The Castor Troys
“Legends Never Die” is available on iTunes, Spotify, Bandcamp.
Music Video “Blackout Love” – https://youtu.be/5yvafYpS5QM
Show Dates:
Dec. 6 – Barrie, ON – Foxx Lounge – info
Jan. 8 – Toronto, ON – Horseshoe Tavern
Jan. 19 – Cobourg, ON – Kelly’s – info – w/ Black Collar Union
Track Listing:
1. Blackout Love
2. We Are One
3. Watch the City Burn
4. Legends Never Die
5. Wreck of The Bastard
6. Runnin’ Down A Dream (Tom Petty cover)
1. Blackout Love
2. We Are One
3. Watch the City Burn
4. Legends Never Die
5. Wreck of The Bastard
6. Runnin’ Down A Dream (Tom Petty cover)
EP Recording & Live Line Up:
Aaron Walsh – Lead Vocals
Chris Ledroit – Guitars, Backing Vocals
Matthew Bowker – Bass, Backing Vocals
Bryson Emmons – Drums, Backing Vocals
For more info:
http://www.thecastortroys.com
https://www.facebook.com/thecastortroys
http://www.twitter.com/thecastortroys
EPK – https://wp.me/pciNW-cpG
http://www.thecastortroys.com
https://www.facebook.com/thecastortroys
http://www.twitter.com/thecastortroys
EPK – https://wp.me/pciNW-cpG
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“Need a good song to pump you up for a long day? This classic punk-rock track (We Are One) might even fuel you up better than your morning caffeine boost. You’ll be screaming along with these powerful vocals and air-guitaring these riffs all week long.” – Alt Press
“The Legends Never Die EP departs from their debut album and takes their sound to the next level with a tighter chemistry and production. It boasts two full-throttle singles: “Blackout Love” and the follow-up, “We Are One”. The latter single, albeit a real stomper, sounds pretty similar to a track on their first album. It could just be me so, I’ll leave it to you to investigate and decide. Other standout tracks on the EP include “Burn This City Down” and “Wreck of the Bastard”. After a listen, you’re bound to walk away with at least a few songs stuck in your head! ” – LdnReverb
“Writing music that is catchy and instantly memorable, The Castor Troys weave tales in an accessible and uncompromising manner.” – Ignite Music Mag
“Hard rock revival? I fuckin’ hope so! Add another band to the burgeoning list – Ontario’s The Castor Troys. This hard rockin’ quartet infuse their dynamic new EP with strains of punk, country and loads of heavy rock. Adrenaline pumping screaming melodic anthems that only hard rock can deliver.” – Power of Pop
“The artwork for the Legends Never Die EP, that features a leather clad skeleton shifting into high gear in a muscle car, gives you a a fair idea of what to expect from Ontario’s The Castor Troys latest release, and you won’t be disappointed or surprised as this is balls out rock ‘n roll with a punk edge. ” The Punk Site
“They play a kind of anthemic punk rock with hard rock influences thrown in that has as much to do with Rise Against and Ignite as with Monster Truck and Iron Maiden… If you are into hard rockin’ riffs and tons of ooh’s and aah’s, feel free to check out The Castor Troys.” – Punk Rock Theory
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0 Heavy Music Headquarters – The Progress Report: November 2018 – KOSM
0 LORDS OF THE TRIDENT Unleash New Music Video “Death Dealer” via Legacy Mag
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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – November 28, 2018
For fans of Dream Evil, Unleash the Archers, Iron Maiden, Dio
LORDS OF THE TRIDENT Unleash New Music Video “Death Dealer” via Legacy Mag
Limited Edition Blood Red Vinyl For New Album ‘Shadows From The Past”
Top L-R Lords of the Trident Current Line Up
Master Hercule “Herc” Schlagzeuger (Lead Drums) | Baron Taurean Helleshaar (Lead Guitar) | Fang VonWrathenstein (Lead Vocals) | Asian Metal (Lead Guitar) | Pontifex Mortis (Lead Bass)
Photo Credit – Mary Sweeney
A true spectacle to be witnessed, LORDS OF THE TRIDENT is a daring adventure metal quintet that has been delighting their audiences and fans all over the world for ten years. Continuing their epic quest of bringing spectacular and entertaining metal to global fans these power metal warriors released their latest album “Shadows From The Past” this past August. In continuing support of their 7th studio album, these American power metallers are premiering their fifth music video “Death Dealer”. The footage for the music video was shot during the band’s March 2018 TRIDENTour, which included stops in Lexington, KY, Charlotte and Chapel Hill, NC, and Cincinnati, OH.
Vocalist Fang VonWrathenstein adds:
“Almost every house we stayed at had very friendly cats who DEMANDED to be included in the video as well. You’ll also notice that Albus Dumblepurr, the most FAMOUS of the power metal cats, also makes an appearance. I’ll admit, we were all a little starstruck upon meeting him.”
Watch “Death Dealer” via Legacy Mag at the following link: https://www.legacy.de/exklusives/1771-exklusive-video-premiere-lords-of-the-trident-death-dealer.html
In additional news, the band recently released their limited edition Blood Red Vinyl for “Shadows From The Past”, which is a dual vinyl, 45RPM that comes with a Gatefold Booklet with artwork/lyric insert along with a 320kbps MP3 download card. It is exclusively available on the band’s website here.
“This is our FIRST vinyl release, and we’re incredibly excited to finally have this available! Fun fact: since this is the first press, instead of red dye, we used the blood of the unworthy who were slain at our concerts! Gives it a little extra touch!” says vocalist Fang VonWrathenstein.
Digital stream and download of “Shadows From The Past” is available on the band’s website here plus iTunes, Amazon, Bandcamp, Spotify, Youtube.
Video – “Tormentor” here.
Video – “Burn It Down” featuring Unleash The Archers vocalist Brittney Slayes here.
Video – “Reaper’s Hourglass” here.
Video – “Zero Hour” (360 Degree VR) here.
Drum Playthrough – Reaper’s Hourglass” here.
Show Dates:
Nov 30 – Green Bay, WI – SV2 – info
For more info:
http://www.lordsofthetrident.com
http://www.facebook.com/LordsOfTheTrident
http://www.twitter.com/LordsOfTrident
http://instagram.com/lordsofthetrident
BIO:
Since climbing out of a volcano in 2008, shrouded in metal and ash, Lords of the Trident have gone to battle on many stages across the USA, playing and headlining a plethora of festivals and have an admirable arsenal of recordings in their inventory. The Lords of The Trident have released three full albums: “Death or Sandwich” (2009), “Chains on Fire” (2011), “Frostburn” (2015) , three EPs: “Plan of Attack” (2013), “A Very Lords of the Trident Christmas” (2014), “Re:Quests” (2015), and two live DVDs, along with numerous compilation singles.
Their live shows include medieval costumes, pyrotechnics, confetti cannons, guitars set ablaze, and of course, excellent technical musicianship that challenges the standard for how live music should be experienced. Citing influences such as Iron Maiden, Scar Symmetry and Judas Priest, and embracing lyrical themes inspired by great battles, conquests, dragon-fighting, virtual reality, and out-of-control robots Lords of the Trident dish out face-melting power that is enjoyed by fans of all races and classes.
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0 Enter The Vast Fantasy Realm of Spain’s NORWALD With New Singles “Creatures” & “Arden”
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Montreal, QC – November 27, 2018
For fans of Epica, Nightwish, Blind Guardian, Rhapsody
Enter The Vast Fantasy Realm of Spain’s NORWALD With New Singles “Creatures” & “Arden”
Explore the rich lore that has been created through these stories and feel the magic of this imaginative new world, with its own characters, gods and creatures. Norwald, brings you Magical lands and magnificent warriors; Mythical creatures, life, and death, in the form of power metal songs.
To acquaint the world of Norwald, they have released their first two singles, ‘Creatures’ and ‘Arden’. ‘Creatures’regales listeners with the tale of Prince Thostar who is on a quest for the throne. It’s a fast and simple song to introduce both the band and world of Norwald.
‘Arden’ is a bonus tale, not directly related to the rest of the story told on the upcoming concept album. It is fun and dancey, but with a cold vibe.
With influences such as Nightwish, Rhapsody and Epica, Norwald is just as enchanting as the tale it tells. As to what their debut album brings, composer Grief explains her purpose:
“The album is, as a whole, an epic tale that goes through a lot of phases, to finish in an epic song that Norwald people would sing in their taverns. To end the whole thing and to make people want to listen to more of our stories, we play Arden, which is a short tale not related to the tale told in the rest of the album.”
‘Creatures’
‘Arden’
The release date for the debut album is yet to be announced.
For more info:
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/NorwaldOfficial/
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/NorwaldOfficial
Bandcamp – norwald.bandcamp.com
BIO:
Norwald is both the band name and a vast fantasy world that was imagined in the mind of Patri Grief many years ago and has now been brought to fruition to indulge listeners everywhere. Grief’s fascination for storytelling and music began at a young age: she dreamed up a world where her imagination could take flight and ultimately bring her stories to life through music.
With immense imagination, Norwald plunges the listener into a brand new fantasy world. Incorporating made up words and characters set in a medieval era, Norwald is putting a whole new spin on epic power metal. Well written songs, each as a metaphor with its own personality, Norwald is charging in to the spotlight with poetic symphonic magic.
Over the years, members came and left the band and it wasn’t until 2017 when there was enough suitable talent for the band to take off. The lineup now consists of Ann Meseguer (vocals); Patri Grief (composer/lead guitar); Alejandro Leonidas (rhythm guitar); Jeffrey García (bass) and Frehul Martínez (keys).
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0 The Collective Zine – Difficult chunks: an interview with The Great Sabatini
0 Take a listen! The Rock Metal Podcast interview with Wacken Metal Battle Canada organizer JJ Tartaglia. Talking about band submissions for 2019 battles and what to expect at Wacken Open Air as the Canadian champion.
Take a listen! The Rock Metal Podcast interview with Wacken Metal Battle Canada organizer JJ Tartaglia. Talking about band submissions for 2019 battles and what to expect at Wacken Open Air as the Canadian champion.
0 The Rock Metal Podcast – E227: INTO ETERNITY
0 Test Your Metal Records: India’s OVERHUNG Recruit New Drummer Pritesh Prabhune
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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – November 23, 2018
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For fans of Kiss, Motley Crue, Aerosmith, AC/DC, Guns N’ Roses
Test Your Metal Records: India’s OVERHUNG Recruit New Drummer Pritesh Prabhune
Coming off their Canadian debut performance at Indie Week in Toronto earlier this November, India’s rock ‘n roll lovers OVERHUNG announce they have recruited new skin basher Pritesh Prabhune whom is also an accomplished live sound engineer who has mixed the likes of Wolfmother and Puddle Of Mudd plus stage managed for Incubus and Alt J on their recent appearances in India. Prabhune replaces the band’s long time drummer and founding member Sheldon Dixon.
Vocalist Sujit Kumar comments:
“Sheldon has been a part of every milestone Overhung has had as a band thus far. We wish him the best of luck his future endeavors and pray for success to follow him wherever he goes. Pritesh is one of those musicians that have literally grown up following bands around since he was in shorts. His versatility allows him to play several genres of music effortlessly with bands like In Memory Of, Chronic Phobia and several others. Although his back ground in Heavy Metal and Hard Rock is what clinched the deal for him. Overhung and the band’s management are happy to announce him as the newest addition to the band.”
Pritesh Prabhune started playing drums at the age of 21 in 2007 and has toured extensively across India as a drummer, live sound engineer, stage manager and drum technician. He is currently endorsed by Meinl Cymbals and Bhargavas Musik along with performing with other musical groups such as blues act Howard Pereira Trio, pop act Sherise D’Souza Collective, deathcore band Grimmortal, black metal band Stark Denial, groove metal band Sutledge among many more. He also plays for a variery of other artists, mostly independent Indian bands like Daira, Paradigm Shift, Ankur & The Ghalat Family, Anand Bhaskar Collective, Blakc, Bombay Bassment being the most prominent ones, and in the commercial space – Prem Joshua & Band, Gaurav Dagaonkar, Piyush Kapoor Live and subbing / subbed for Kailasa, Mame Khan, Divya Kumar, Indian Ocean, The Bartender, Ash King Live, Point Of View (Dubai) and many more.
Live videos of Pritesh Prabhune can be viewed on his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/Priteshda21/videos
Influenced by Poison, AC/DC, Motley Crue, Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin, OVERHUNG‘s sound is all about loud, fun, sex, rum and rock ‘n’ roll. The band released their debut album “Moving Ahead” during February of this year on Test Your Metal Records. The full length was an electrifying 10 tracks capturing the band’s infectious energy to blast from the stereo speakers and give fans that classic glam rock n’ roll feel of the 70’s and 80’s. The band then later followed up the album with a new single entitled “King of Dreams” during the summer. The single was recorded, mixed, and mastered with band members being spread across, 3 continents, 4 countries, 5 different studios and 6 different engineers.
As vocalist Sujit Kumar says “This is stuff dreams are made up of.”
“King of Dreams” can be heard at the following link: https://youtu.be/DmSthjxUOF4
Their debut album “Moving Ahead” is now available for download and full stream on Bandcamp, Spotify, iTunes.
Song Stream – “Sex Machine” – https://youtu.be/uqRB3D9kRAY
Album and Live Band Line Up:
Sujit Kumar – Vocals
Howard Pereira – Guitars
Crosby Fernandes – Bass
Sheldon Dixon – Drums
For more info:
https://www.facebook.com/OVERHUNG/
https://twitter.com/overhungmusic
https://www.youtube.com/overhungmusic
EPK – https://wp.me/pciNW-beN
(Bio written by Steve Earles)
https://www.facebook.com/OVERHUNG/
https://twitter.com/overhungmusic
https://www.youtube.com/overhungmusic
EPK – https://wp.me/pciNW-beN
(Bio written by Steve Earles)
About:
The steel seeds of hard rockin’ music find fertile ground all over the world. All races and religions embrace it. Music should become the new worldwide religion; we’d have moshing instead of wars! Good times!
The love of music is strong in India, and stronger than all in the splendidly named OVERHUNG who hail from Mumbai! The band owe their name to unique vocalist Sujit Kumar who changed Hungover to Overhung…which speaks even more volumes than their music!
OVERHUNG are making the most debauched melodic hard rock since Guns ‘n’ Roses released their classic ‘Appetite For Destruction’. With a successful debut full length ‘Moving Ahead’ under their belts set to be re-released in 2018 via Canadian label Test Your Metal Records, great live shows, and a planned follow up single entitled ‘King of Dreams’, OVERHUNG are ready to offer the world killer sounds coming straight outta India!
Influenced by Poison, AC/DC, Motley Crue, Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin , guitarist Howard Pereira describes their sound as “loud, fun, sex, rum…rock ‘n’ roll! We are about devolution not evolution! We are still doing late 80s and 90s rock!”
Pereira explains the very reason for OVERHUNG’s creation was when the members jammed “the energy was infectious and all of us wanted to write more kick-ass music with together…We hope that people are open to hearing our music in 2017. The band’s music is largely arena rock sounding, so at live gigs people just lose it and have a blast!”
You have to see OVERHUNG play because they have “insane live energy! Quite frankly there is no one like Sujit Kumar when it comes to live performances. He is shameless and you can’t take your eyes off him. His antics include table dancing, interacting with women (and men too sometimes), climbing everything in sight from light poles to bartops! It is engaging for the audiences. Also we deliver tight and fun glam-rockish sets that go down well!”
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“A GREAT ALBUM by a band who learned the lesson from the Hard Rock Masters but looking to the future!” – Hard Rock Heavy Metal
“Opening up with the catchy number “Sex Machine”, Overhung’s debut album is a good first effort and should appeal to fans of Poison, Kiss, AC/DC, and Guns N’ Roses.” – Heavy Metal Time Machine
“Ten songs party addicted influenced by the 70’s and 80’s hard rock, the album itself is a thrilling work with glam rock lines.” – Rockers and Other Animals Mag
“They embody the sex, drugs and rock n roll attitude and spirit with songs like “Sex Machine”, “Must Drink” and “Casual Bitch”. The whole album rock’s from start to finish. These guys know what rock n roll is all about and without a doubt are on a mission to bring it back to the world. Get this album you won’t be disappointed. With bands like Overhung rock n roll will truly never die!!!” – The Dirty Room
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