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0 Who likes to win stuff? Especially when it’s free swag like a cd and shirt and free admission to the Woodhawk show in Vancouver on May 4th! Head on over to Do604 now to enter!
Who likes to win stuff? Especially when it’s free swag like a cd and shirt and free admission to the Woodhawk show in Vancouver on May 4th! Head on over to Do604 now to enter!
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0 NEWS: Canadian Atmospheric Post-Metal ABANDONED PALACE Offer Free Download “Shades of Autumn”
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Montreal, QC – April 14, 2017
Canadian Atmospheric Post-Metal ABANDONED PALACE Offer Free Download “Shades of Autumn”
Canadian atmospheric post-metal project ABANDONED PALACE have just released their new single “Shades of Autumn” for free download or pay-what-you-want via their Bandcamp site at the following link: https://abandonedpalace.bandcamp.com/track/shades-of-autumn
It’s been 2 years since the release of their self titled debut EP and mastermind Von Warugi (AKA Chris Warunki, drummer of prog metal band OmnisighT) says “This is just something to bridge the gap between our debut EP and the full length album to follow, likely late 2017.”
As for the alter-ego he states “It’s just a way to bring out my dark side musically and distinguish myself as a composer/producer. The drums really take a back seat to everything else going on within the songs; in fact I’m always writing the drum parts dead last, whereas in OmnisighT, the drums are my primary role and focus.”
ABANDONED PALACE was formed in 2013 (debut EP released in 2015) and involves Von Warugi handling all writing, instruments and production – you could almost call it a “solo project” were it not for the lead vocals and lyrics where he’s joined by his faithful collaborator, known only as “The Void”; whose contributions on “Shades of Autumn” range dynamically from whispers to black metal and death metal style vocals.
Lyrically “It’s a reflection on inevitability. Fear of what we all must face can be crippling, but there is much to appreciate along the way, just like the colours of fall. As time goes by, it can get easier to lose sight of that until it’s too late…” says The Void.
Musically, ABANDONED PALACE weave a somber spell of black, folk, doom, gothic and atmospheric metal to create an intoxicating concoction that would likely appeal to fans of Agalloch, Katatonia, Swallow The Sun and Coldworld.
For more info:
https://www.facebook.com/AbandonedPalace
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0 NEWS: DVT Launch Crowd Funding Campaign For Upcoming Album ‘Local Harassment’ + Show w/ Hed PE
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Montreal, QC – April 13, 2017
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California Hardcore Punks DVT Launch Crowd Funding Campaign For Upcoming Album ‘Local Harassment‘
California hardcore punks DVT whom are signed to Fatal Illness Management have launched a crowd funding campaign on Indiegogo to reach a goal of $3000 to put towards the completion of their upcoming album “Local Harassment”. The album was mixed and mastered by J-F Dagenais (Kataklysm, Ex Deo) and recorded in part at Trench Studios (Abysmal Dawn, Helsótt). The artwork is set to be done by Andrei Bouzikov (Toxic Holocaust, Municipal Waste).
To check out merch perks DVT are offering fans, please visit the following link: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/help-d-v-t-mix-and-master-their-album-music#/
Indiegogo DVT Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRzluJCvWeg
In additional news, the band has welcomed new member guitarist Braxton Marcellous to the line up and will be performing their first show with him on June 11th supporting Hed P.E. at the Brick By Brick in San Diego.
Over the last few years, DVT has unleashed several independent releases since being founded in 2009 in Murrieta, CA. Throughout the years Mauricio Olivares (Vocals), James Munroe (Lead Guitar), Joey Sia (Rhythm Guitar), Sabian Poggio (Bass) and Christian Sia (Drums) have developed a cross over hardcore sound that’s heavy, energetic, and aggressive.DVT‘s latest EP ‘Got No Limits’ is streaming at the following link: https://devastationdvt.bandcamp.com/album/got-no-limits-ep
Song Stream – Memento Mori – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLRkOWEqP50
Show Dates;
June 11 – San Diego, CA – Brick By Vrick w/ Hed P.E.
For more info, please visit the following links:
https://www.facebook.com/DevastationDVT
https://www.facebook.com/fatalillnessmanagement
https://www.facebook.com/DevastationDVT
https://www.facebook.com/fatalillnessmanagement
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0 Okanagan BC Dates: Canadian Harmonica Rocking MATT BLAIS + New Video ‘Set Me Free’
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Montreal, QC – April 13, 2017
For fans of Ryan Adams, Sam Roberts, Matt Mays, The Arkells, Tragically Hip
Okanagan BC Dates: Canadian Harmonica Rocking MATT BLAIS + New Video ‘Set Me Free’
With every note and word, Matt Blais stands out as a spirited and hardworking musician. His signature raspy vocals and blistering blues harmonica are the unique cornerstones of a high energy live show that has captivated audiences across Canada and in countries around the world. Having shared the stage with the likes of Blue Rodeo, The Trews, Moist, The Glorious Sons, Big Wreck, Charlie Winston and more, the charismatic musician returns to British Columbia’s Okanagan for dates this May in Revelstoke, Grinrod, Birch Island and Enderby.
Show Dates:
May 9 – Banff, AB – The Rose n Crown (202 Banff Ave) – No Cover – 10pm – 18+
May 10 – Banff, AB – The Rose n Crown (202 Banff Ave) – No Cover – 10pm – 18+
May 11 – Revelstoke, BC – The Last Drop (220 3 St W.) – 10pm – 19+
May 12 – Grindrod, BC – The Riverfront Pub (6927 BC 97A – No cover – 8:30pm – 19+
May 13 – Birch Island, BC – Serenity Music Performing Arts Centre House Concert Series (2461 Lost Creek Road) For tickets – Phone: 250-676-9456 – 7pm Start. $20. All Ages.
May 14 – Enderby, BC – Lorenzo’s Cafe (901 Mabel Lake Road) – (Mother’s Day show) 8pm – $10
Blais’ latest single / music video ‘Set Me Free’ was released during October of last year to follow his 2013 album ‘The Heartbeat’.
The video captures the Canadian roots-rock artist with a vintage backdrop of the desert like a nomadic rebel on a true adventure. The single is produced by Brian Moncarz (Our Lady Peace, The Trews, Circa Survive).
Watch ‘Set Me Free’ at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dw4azvRPwMU
About:
Powerful vocals, electrifying harmonica, and emotive performances are the characteristics that have made Matt Blais an artist of high regard. With the ability to enthrall audiences as a solo performer or thrill them with his band, the charismatic Blais expands the Canadiana genre by sharpening the edge of rock, blues, and folk. He is at home on stage, with many tours, festivals, and performances in Canada and countries around the world. Sharing the stage with some of Canada’s biggest acts like Blue Rodeo, The Trews, and The Strumbellas, (to name a few), has helped shape Blais into a consummate showman. Matt’s independently released recordings have garnered critical acclaim, sold thousands of copies, led to a collaboration with Sam Roberts, and earned him multiple awards such as “The Great American Song Contest” in 2016. His proudest accomplishment, however, is the lasting relationship he has with his fans. Having almost frozen to death when the tour van broke down in northern Canada to dragging his guitar through the Australian outback, Matt Blais is a dedicated troubadour in search of authentic experiences. He is living proof that hard work and honest artistry are present in today’s world and still desired by music lovers.
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“Frontman Matt Blais knows how to work a crowd and he is far from afraid of showing off his talents.” – The Scene Magazine (Live Review – Indie Week 2013)
“Over the past five years, Matt Blais has been generating a catalogue of material that is both emotive and relatable. His passionate live performances demonstrate eagerness to create heartfelt songs and nowhere is more evident than on his newest album, The Heartbeat, where a poetic personality fuses with growing life experience.” – Beatroute AB.
That success, he says, has nudged him to step his game up, as a performer and songwriter, which he thinks he’s done with his latest release The Heartbeat,” – Calgary Herald
“Blais uses heavily-charged emotional lyrics as well as a gritty band behind him to produce a blues-slash-rock sounds, which has been commended by many local media sources. His sound is highlighted by a sometimes raspy voice, which helps to fill the total appearance of the band.” – Grande Prairie Herald
“His high energy set was a definite crowd pleaser, and everyone was up out of their seats for the entire performance. With a voice reminiscent of The Cat Empire (minus the accent), Blais powered through his rock songs, and showed his ability to go in a bluesy direction, with accompanying harmonica, that really brings out the grit in his vocals. Keeping with the theme of the opening acts, Blais brought in a cover of “Are You Gonna Go My Way” by Lenny Kravitz that was thundering, with good horn additions to make it his own. He transitioned smoothly to Stevie Wonder’s “Superstition“, but a version that was slower, harder and very slick. Next, a cover of Franz Ferdinand’s “Take Me Out“, full of the same joy and energy that Blais showed with the rest of the set, highlighting the great new material on the release. Fans eagerly streamed to the merch table, securing their own copy, which came free with paid entrance to the show.” – Live Review – YYC Music Calgary
Blankfest Calgary CBC Interview – http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/story/2012/11/04/calgary-blankfest-blanket-mustard-seed.html
“Firmly rooted in many of the genres that Matt Blais incorporates into his music, his raspy yet refined vocals point each song in the direction it was originally intended.” – Phylicia Tran – Spun – The Gauntlet
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0 NEWS: Canadian Fest Celebrating Women In Metal METALOCALYPSTICK Announce 2017 Line Up
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Montreal, QC – April 13, 2017
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Canadian Fest Celebrating Women In Metal METALOCALYPSTICK Announce 2017 Line Up
Tickets On Sale Now!
Get ready for Mountains, Camping and the Women of Metal!
Artwork by Abradinfluence
Promo Video: https://youtu.be/9jBp7TQ-eww
METALOCALYPSTICK FEST, the Western Canadian outdoor festival that just doesn’t celebrate heavy metal, but embraces the power of women in metal announce their 2017 line up for Canada Day weekend July 1st and 2nd in Lone Butte, BC. This year’s line up features bands from across Canada and beyond with Cabrakaan (Toluca, Mexico), Sovereign Council (Kingston, ON), Violent Betty (Saskatoon, SK), Atmora (Windsor, ON), Scythia (Calgary, AB), Massive Scar Era (Vancouver, BC / Cairo, Egypt) and many more!
In addition to the festival celebrating women in metal, METALOCALYPSTICK FEST gives back to the community by being a non-profit organization dedicated to raise funds and donating 100% of proceeds to local charities Girls Rock Camp, Vancouver Rape Relief and Women’s Shelter, Earth Protectors plus sponsoring an independent band picked by Metalocalypstick Fest judges.
Festival organizer Kaija Kinney comments:
“This year’s lineup is yet again a wide range of metal, everything from punk to folk metal. There really is something for everyone here and a chance to broaden your taste in music. Though we scaled back on our headliners this year, we did not scale back on the level of talent. We are super excited for all the bands playing. There will be some bands that blew us away last year returning and some amazing new talent from across the globe. You think listening to music on vinyl is heavenly? Listen to music surrounded by mountains!”
2017 Line-Up – Metalocalypstick presented by Gigfly.ca
Sovereign Council (Kingston, ON) – http://www.sovereigncouncil.com
Cabrakaan (Toluca, Mexico) – http://www.facebook.com/CABRAKAAN
Violent Betty (Saskatoon, SK) – http://www.violentbetty.com
Scythia (Calgary, AB) – http://www.scythia.ca
Atmora (Windsor, ON) – http://www.facebook.com/AtmoraOfficial
Anarcheon (Vancouver, BC) – http://www.anarcheon.com
Tessitura (Edmonton, AB) – http://www.tessiturametal.com
Massive Scar Era (Vancouver, BC / Cairo, Egypt) – http://www.massivescarera.com
Remnants (Edmonton, AB) – http://remnants2.bandcamp.com
Juliet Ruin (Edmonton, AB) – http://julietruin.com
Forsaken Rite (Edmonton, AB) – http://forsakenrite.com
Korperlose Stimme (Edmonton, AB) – http://www.youtube.com/korperlosestimme
Meteor Tree (Kelowna, BC) – http://meteortree.net/music
Kymatica (Vancouver, BC) – http://www.kymatica.ca
HEDKS (Vancouver, BC) – http://hedks.bandcamp.com
Breaking The Silent (Edmonton, AB) – http://www.facebook.com/BreakingTheSilent
Life Like Fire (Calgary, AB) – http://www.facebook.com/lifelikefireband
Sins Of Sorrow (Edmonton, AB) – https://www.facebook.com/sinsofsorrowband
Day and weekend passes plus camping available at http://metalocalypstickfest.rocks/tickets/
Ride Share – www.facebook.com/groups/metalocalypstickfestrideshare/
Event Page- www.facebook.com/events/1158984924137688/
Festival Location:
Interlakes Community Association and the
Roe Lake & District Recreation Commission
7592 Highway 24,
Lone Butte, BC V0K 1X2
About:
www.metalocalypstickfest.rocks
www.facebook.com/metalocalypstickfest/
Formed in 2016 and based in Valemount, BC near Jasper National Park with the beautiful backdrop of the Canadian Rockies, METALOCALYSPTICK was created to present a unique experience within the Western Canadian metal community, a gathering of similar views, aspirations and musical taste. (similar to former mainstream music festival Lilith Fair.)
The festival was founded by Kaija Kinney of Vancouver’s Anarcheon after researching a lack of female based metal festivals to apply her band to, Kinney took matters into in her own and decided to produce the event.
“This festival means the celebration of both sexes coming together and creating something amazing. People like to say women in metal aren’t a big deal anymore and that we are all the same. I feel that is untrue, this is still a male dominated world and woman are still looked as lesser. I want to showcase all these bad ass ladies and celebrate the differences of men and woman rather than pretend we are all equal. Truth is we are different why can’t we celebrate that?” says Kinney.
The 1st annual Metalocalypstick in 2016 hosted female influenced metal bands from across Canada and the world such as Brazil’s Nervosa (Napalm Records), Egypt’s Massive Scar Era, Hollywood’s The Maension, Valfreya, Scythia, Mortillery (Napalm Records), Van Halst, Dead Asylum, Juliet Ruin, Violent Betty, Omega Crom, Körperlose Stimme, Elysium Echoes, Solborn, Monarch Sky, Forsaken Rite, Anarcheon, and Suspended.
Partners:
Gigfly.ca – http://www.gigfly.ca
Absolute Underground Mag – https://www.facebook.com/AbsoluteUndergroundTV
Broken Neck Radio – http://www.brokenneckradio.com
Canada’s Extreme Metal Radio – http://www.cemr.ca
Femme Metal Webzine – http://www.femmemetalwebzine.net
Metal Master Kingdom – http://www.metalmasterkingdom.com
Pabst Blue Ribbon – http://pabstblueribbon.com
Prairie Fire Events – http://www.facebook.com/prairiefireevents
PureGrainAudio – http://www.puregrainaudio.com
Pure Rock Radio – http://www.purerockradio.net
Whitelf Films – http://www.whitelf.com
Women of Metal – http://www.womenofmetal.net
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0 925 Rebellion – SIGIL – Kingdomof The Grave (Horror Pain Gore Death Productions)
“Kingdom of The Grave” is a exactly the sort of album you need if you plan to sack your neighbourhood or set fire to the afterlife. Get it now!
0 Target Audience Mag – Ninjaspy – Spuken
Spüken is a metal powerhouse, carefully crafted and expertly executed, quite unlike any reggae-infused album you’ve heard before.
