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0 The Rock Metal Podcast – E185: Empress
0 Wormwood Chronicles – Lords of The Trident – Shadows From The Past – ““Shadows From The Past” is LOTT’s new disc and it’s everything you’d expect from this band and more. I feel like this record is more mature, more polished than previous ones, and trust me, that’s not a negative, that’s a big time positive because the LOTT back catalog is pure gold…They know music, they dig metal, and Shadows From The Past” is proof of that. On a scale of 1 to 5 battle vest wearing Red Dragons with 1 being weakest and 5 being strongest, I’m giving this record a 5. It’s fierce.”
““Shadows From The Past” is LOTT’s new disc and it’s everything you’d expect from this band and more. I feel like this record is more mature, more polished than previous ones, and trust me, that’s not a negative, that’s a big time positive because the LOTT back catalog is pure gold…They know music, they dig metal, and Shadows From The Past” is proof of that. On a scale of 1 to 5 battle vest wearing Red Dragons with 1 being weakest and 5 being strongest, I’m giving this record a 5. It’s fierce. – Wormwood Chronicles
http://www.wormwoodchronicles.net/torture-chamber/lords-of-the-trident-1
0 Dangerdog Music Reviews – Lords of The Trident – Shadows From The Past – “Lords Of The Trident has the uncanny ability to fuse both power and groove into their heavy metal. Bang your head, do windmills if you still have the hair to do so, or tap your toes, the Lords have their heavy metal rock groove going…For purveyors of classic “keep it true” American power metal of the finest order look to Lords Of The Trident and Shadows From The Past. Easily recommended.”
“Lords Of The Trident has the uncanny ability to fuse both power and groove into their heavy metal. Bang your head, do windmills if you still have the hair to do so, or tap your toes, the Lords have their heavy metal rock groove going…For purveyors of classic “keep it true” American power metal of the finest order look to Lords Of The Trident and Shadows From The Past. Easily recommended.” – Dangerdog Music Reviews
http://www.dangerdog.com/2018-music-reviews/lords-of-the-trident-shadows-from-the-past.php
0 Metal Expres Radio – Daily Album Premiere Monday: Lords Of The Trident – Shadows From The Past
0 Toilet ov Hell – Lords of the Trident epitomize the spirit of USPM on “Death Dealer,” with fast and exciting riffs, strong tenor vocals, and a healthy dose of fantasy nerdery.
0 Canadian 90’s Rockers SVEN GALI First UK Performance In 25 Years @ Hair Metal Heaven Festival + New Single “Kill The Lies”
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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – August 27, 2018
For fans of Motley Crue, Guns and Roses, Skid Row (old records), Breaking Benjamin (new single)
Canadian 90’s Rockers SVEN GALI First UK Performance In 25 Years @ Hair Metal Heaven Festival
+ New Single “Kill The Lies”
Canadian rockers SVEN GALI will be returning to the UK for the first time in 25 years to headline the Friday, September 14th night of the Hair Metal Heaven Festival in Kingston upon Hull. Joining them on the 3 night event will be LA Guns, H.E.A.T, Kee Marcello Band, Kip Winger, Killer Dwarfs and more.
Vocalist Dave Wanless comments:
“It’s been 25 years since we toured the UK, looking forward to a great weekend playing with great bands for some of the best rock fans in the world.”
Formed in 1987 in Hamilton and Niagara Falls, Ontario, SVEN GALI brought the 80’s and 90’s hard rock/metal wave home to Canada. They delivered their high-energy live show from St. Johns to Victoria and across the USA along with Europe for the next 9 years touring with bands such as April Wine, Foreigner, Candlebox, Pearl Jam and Def Leppard.
Twenty-five years after their self-titled debut album went Gold (50,000 units) in Canada, they are back with a monster new single called “Kill The Lies” recorded with legendary producer David Bendeth (Paramore, Breaking Benjamin, Bring Me The Horizon). Released on June 10th, 2018, the new track is no throwback to the 90’s, but a heavy, modern rock song that doesn’t look back. A part of the proceeds from the sale of the single will go to support cancer research in the name of founding guitar player Dee Cernile whom passed away from cancer in 2012.
Lyric Video – Kill The Lies – https://youtu.be/osGLqyBM_Ek
The 2018 lineup includes all 3 remaining original members: Dave Wanless (vocals), Andy Frank (guitar), Shawn Minden (bass) and new members Sean Williamson (guitar) and Dan Fila (drums) from Canadian metal powerhouse and BMG label mates Varga.
SVEN GALI is:
Recording Band Line Up:
Dave Wanless (Vocals)
Andy Frank (Guitar)
Sean Minden (Bass)
Dan Fila (Drums)
Live Band Line Up:
Dave Wanless (Vocals)
Andy Frank (Guitar
Sean Minden (Bass)
Dan Fila (Drums)
Sean Williamson (Guitar)
http://www.facebook.com/svengalicanadaAbout:
SVEN GALI built a name fast with their live shows; drawing growing crowds on the Canadian and US circuit while building their songwriting chops and a wild reputation. David Bendeth signed the band to BMG Music Canada in 1991 and produced the self-titled debut, released in 1992.
The album included singles and videos for “Under The Influence”, “Tie Dyed Skies”, “In My Garden”, and the ballad, “Love Don’t Live Here Anymore” (#6 CanCon song of 1993). It included a cover of Teenage Head’s “Disgusteen” featuring guest vocals by Frankie Venom. The video for “Under the Influence” won the MuchMusic Best Metal Video award in 1993. The band was nominated for Hard Rock Album of the Year and Most Promising Band at the 1993 Juno Awards. Sven Gali went gold in Canada that year selling over 50,000 units.
Their follow up album, Inwire (1995), recorded at London Bridge Studios in Seattle, was produced by Kelly Grey (Candlebox, Brother Kane, Dokken) and featured guest musicians Christopher Thorn of Blind Melon, and Candlebox’s Kevin Martin and Scott Mercado.
The band toured for the next year before disbanding in 1996 to now reform in 2018.
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0 EPK – The Castor Troys – Legends Never Die (2018)
The Castor Troys – Legends Never Die (2018)
Release Date: November 9, 2018
Distribution: CD Baby
For Fans of The Offspring, the Headstones, Social Distortion, Rise Against, Monster Truck, The Lazys, The Motorleague
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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
“Legends Never Die gets by on its attitude alone. It’s a short one at just six songs and seventeen minutes, but that’s all The Castor Troys really need to get their point across; very punk rock. “We Are One” is all you can ask for in a punk rock song. With ripping guitars, fast rhythm, catchy group vocal chorus, aggressive lyrics, you can’t ask for anything more. It is very reminiscent of The Offspring or Pennywise,and the alt-punk flavour of the mid nineties. “Watch The City Burn” is more of a classic rocker, maybe with a little southern vibe to it. It had me thinking of Ram Jam’s “Black Betty,” at least at the start. It showcases lead vocalist Aaron Walsh’s storytelling capabilities as he spins a yarn about Hamilton and his seeming irreverence for it.” – Bucketlist Music Reviews
“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”… 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
“The new release from Canadian rockers The Castor Troys, everything about the EP caught our instincts and wants in a slab of rock ‘n’ roll whilst providing one of the most fiercely enjoyable encounters this year. ” – The Ringmaster Review
“If Legends Never Die is any indication, The Castor Troys are certainly a band to watch out for as they commence to tour across Ontario and potentially beyond in support of an EP that everyone should be listening to. From front to back, Legends Never Die is an exciting thoroughly enjoyable record.” – Canadian Beats
Legends Never Die (EP) (2018)
Release Date: November 9, 2018
Distribution: CD Baby
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*
Album Credits:
• All songs performed by The Castor Troys
• All songs written by The Castor Troys except #6 written by Tom Petty, used under license
• Produced by Andre Kaden Black
• Mixed and Engineered by Tal Vaisman
• Mastered by Noah Mintz at Laquer Channel
• Album Artwork by Derrick Castle
Album Recording & Live Line Up:
Aaron Walsh – Lead Vocals
Chris Ledroit – Guitars, Backing Vocals
Matthew Bowker – Bass, Backing Vocals
Bryson Emmons – Drums, Backing Vocals
Discography:
Legends Never Die (EP) (2018)
Come Hell or High Water (LP) (2015)
L-R – Matthew Bowker (Bass, Backing Vocals), Aaron Walsh (Lead Vocals), Bryson Emmons (Drums, Backing Vocals), and Chris Ledroit (Guitars, Backing Vocals)
Photo Credit: Brandon Taylor
The Castor Troys are a story-telling hard rock band from Hamilton, Ontario. Through lyrics that tell tales of war heroes, bank robbers, and clandestine lovers, this intrepid four-piece peddles true stories and truer fiction. Drawing inspiration from bands like Headstones, Social Distortion, Motörhead, The Offspring, and Iron Maiden, The Castor Troys craft fiery and infectious songs that draw you in and don’t let go.
Taking their band name from a character in a John Woo film, The Castor Troys are a jubilant mix of hard rock, punk, country and southern rock. “Castor Troy was the villain (played by Nicolas Cage) in Face/Off. He was elegant, flamboyant and stylish, instantly likeable, while at the same time single-minded and ruthless in his pursuit of his goals.” expands the band on their choice of name.
Formed in 2013, they released their debut full-length album “Come Hell or High Water” in May of 2015 and their 6 track EP “Legends Never Die” on November 9, 2018. Working with producer Andre Kaden Black and engineer Tal Vaisman (Ascot Royals) has refined the band’s sound and enabled them to capture the fierce energy of their live performance onto record.
Proven by becoming the 97.7 HTZ-FM Rocksearch 2018 Finalists, The Castor Troys are a relentless team of stage veterans. They’ve played many festivals including Canadian Music Week and the Burlington Sound of Music Festival Kick-off concert. Writing music that is catchy and instantly memorable, The Castor Troys weave tales in an accessible and uncompromising manner.
Shared The Stage With:
Bush, Live, Headstones, Monster Truck, Trampa, Frank Turner, The Planet Smashers, Silverstein and Crown Lands
Festivals and Tours:
Winona Peach Festival (2018)
Highlights:
97.7 HTZ-FM Rocksearch 2018 Finalists
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