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0 NEWS: Wacken Metal Battle USA Boston Round 3 Winner – UPHEAVAL

April 2, 2017
by Asher
· Music News · Wacken Metal Battle USA

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Wacken Metal Battle USA Boston Round 3 Winner – UPHEAVAL

One Champion To Play At Wacken Open Air

One band, one champion, thousands of metalheads!

Wacken Metal Battle In America For The First Time!

Wacken Metal Battle USA is proud to announce Boston round 3 winner UPHEAVAL. The band will now join previous round 1 and 2 winners COFFIN BIRTH and GOBLET at the city final being held on April 19th at ONCE Somerville. Boston round 3 was held on Tuesday, March 29th at ONCE Somerville along with other competing bands Lung Leather, Birnam Wood, Concilium. The winners of the Boston final will join Philadelphia round winners POWER THEORY and COPRSE HOARDER at the national final (city and date to be determined).

For over a decade at the world’s largest outdoor metal festival Wacken Open Air, independent metal bands from around the globe have been performing in front of thousands and competing against one another for one to be crowned champion of the world along with winning multiple prizes (prizes info). For the first time ever, Wacken Metal Battle USA is coming to America for its inaugural year and will be hosting qualifying rounds in various cities. The national champion of those battles will perform at the 2017 festival taking place from August 3rd – 5th. Please watch the following video trailer to see all the metal fun! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_xjt8Qp3TE

Boston, MA

Final – Wednesday, April 19 @ Once Somerville (156 Highland Ave, Somerville, Massachusetts)
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/364745117238312/
Round 1 Winner – Coffin Birth – https://coffinbirth.bandcamp.com
Round 2 Winner – Goblet – http://goblet2.bandcamp.com
Round 3 Winner – Upheaval – http://upheavalboston.bandcamp.com
+ Wild Card Band To Be Determined

National Final (city and date to be determined):
Power Theory (Philadelphia Winner) – http://www.sentinelmusic75.wix.com/powertheory
Corpse Hoarder (Philadelphia Winner) – https://corpsehoarder.bandcamp.com

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How it works:

Each city will hold their qualifying rounds plus city finals, selecting the top band to move forward to the national final (city and date to be determined) with one being selected to perform at the 28th edition of Wacken Open Air. All bands will be judged during battle rounds by respected local music industry.

For more info on Wacken Metal Battle USA, please visit these links:

Official Website: http://www.metalbattlusa.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wackenmetalbattleusa/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/WackenBattleUSA

For more info on international battle, please visit: http://www.metal-battle.com

For more info on Wacken Open Air, please visit http://www.wacken.com

RULES:

All bands, that wish to participate in the Metal Battle, must read the following rules and guidelines. Bands who send in an application automatically agree to the rules and terms.

Your band doesn’t have a deal and isn’t about to sign to a label in the near future.
Your band can easily play a 25 minute set consisting of your own songs. (No Covers). Full set performance time is 25 mins.
PA, lighting, and sound engineer will be provided for all bands.
Backline arrangements TBA.
The bands must bring their own instruments such as guitars, bass, drum breakables, keyboards and effect pedals and may also bring and use their own guitar amps.
To keep the changeover times as short as possible, bands with left handed drummers will play as first or last band. All bands have to follow the directions given by the promoters or stage manager.
Semi playback is not allowed. All bands must play live. Background orchestrations are ok as long as all vocals, guitars and bass are live. Intros / interludes are also ok.
Jury of respected music industry folk will decide the winners each night.

If a band overruns its allotted performance-time, then the band-members should be aware of the fact that in this case their sound will be faded out. The running order for the concert will be released a few days before the event takes place.

Please note:
Travel for the winning band to go to Germany is at their own expense and accommodations at the festival will be in the form of camping in the VIP area.
Full professional back line will be provided for performance.

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0 NEWS: Out Now! Vancouver’s GNASH RAMBLER Release Self-Titled Debut Album

March 31, 2017
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· Gnash Rambler · Music News

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For Fans of Husker Du, The Ramones

Out Now! Vancouver’s GNASH RAMBLER Release Self-Titled Debut Album

All great bands have a great name and the splendidly-named Gnash Rambler is no exception. Their name is a combination of that of a classic car and vocalist Nick Venditti’s habit of gnashing his teeth! Influenced by The Ramones, Motorhead, Husker Du, The Who and the Beatles, Gnash Rambler offer a superb brand of ‘hooky punk rock – tinged power pop”, which can now be heard on their debut self-titled album released on March 31st.

“Many of the songs are just me reflecting on where we’re going these days. The anxiety felt by so many folks on account of all the crazy things going on in the world and even crazier things going on closer to home. We have probably always lived in interesting times, but because of technology our ability to be aware is always going to be at odds with how we process our feelings.” says vocalist Nick Venditti.

A full stream and purcahse of the album available at https://gnashrambler1.bandcamp.com/album/gnash-rambler

Plus on iTunes, Amazon, Google Play and Spotify.

Plus a Free Download – ‘Man Over’ at the following link: http://thepunksite.com/news/punk-site-exclusive-free-download-from-gnash-rambler/

1. No One Gives A Fuck (1:19)
2. Dues And Don’ts (5:29)
3. Bad Karma (4:18)
4. Downtown Rock (3:30)
5. Buick Spyder Beyond Our Means (5:23)
6. Blues For Boogie (5:10)
7. Jello Mold (3:12)
8. Doin’ It All Wrong (2:14)
9. I’m Het (1:45)
10. PAX Amerikana (3:43)
11. Man Over (2:21)
12. Sex Beat (2:21)
Album Length: 38:20

For More Info:
https://www.facebook.com/gnashramblertheband
http://www.twitter.com/gnash_rambler
EPK – http://wp.me/pciNW-9uY

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“Vancouver’s Gnash Rambler is a godsend to pop lovers hankering for some old school punk rock!” – Power of Pop

“A collection of Pop Punk anti establishment tunes making you feel like your back in the 80’s and 90’s. With a Ramones/Blink 182 fell, this album will surely go down a treat with fans….A great debut album from the Vancouver Punk Rockers. I look forward to seeing what Gnash Rambler have in store for us with their next album.” – The Rock Pit

“Gnash Rambler have captured the spirit of times past. Gnarly guitar riffs, classic rock solos, captivating drumming and catchy vocals all make for an album that is worth countless playthroughs.” – Everything Heavy

“Man Over” just explodes with a passion that must give a reading of 8.9 on the Richter scale! … And the major after shocks are ably rendered by “Bad Karma”” – Wayout Radio

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0 NEW: NEWS: TheObelisk Premiere WOODHAWK ‘Quest For Clarity’ +”Vagabonds of The Western Gig Tour”

March 31, 2017
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· Music News · Woodhawk

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For Fans of Black Sabbath, The Sword, Clutch, Truckfighters, Priestess, Mastodon, Red Fang, Thin Lizzy

TheObelisk Premiere WOODHAWK ‘Quest For Clarity’ + “Vagabonds of The Western Gig Tour” (BC/AB/SK/MB)

And Riff-tastic Debut LP “Beyond The Sun” Out April 7th

New Video “The High Priest“

From the foot of the majestic Rocky Mountains comes Calgary, Alberta’s WOODHAWK. Masters of straight ahead riff-rock wizardry, the power trio released an EP in 2014 and have continued forging ahead. Made of equal parts 1970’s Birmingham and a myriad of 21st century heavy who’s who, WOODHAWK are purveyors of riff-centric rock and roll. Capable and original, the band is able to craft anthemic fist-pumping songs while forgoing tired stoner rock clichés. With time travel tested themes of science fiction, swords and sorcery, the band’s lyrics are born from snowy winters, hot practice spaces and pages of dog-eared paperbacks. While the musicianship reinforces recollections of Black Sabbath, modern influences that have helped you smash air drums or highway speed limits are undeniably present.

Set to unleash their debut full-length ‘Beyond The Sun’ produced by the band with Jesse Gander (Bison, Japandroids) on April 7th, the band are giving a fans a taste of their second single ‘Quest For Clarity’ exclusively premiered on TheObelisk.net at the following link: http://theobelisk.net/obelisk/2017/03/31/woodhawk-beyond-the-sun-quest-for-clarity-and-tour/

Vocalist / guitarist Turner Midzain comments on the track:

“‘Quest for Clarity’ was one of the last songs we wrote for the record. It’s about taking a step back and really looking around at what’s going on. Sometimes you need to step back in order to move forward. We felt this song really tied the two sides of the album together. It’s a bit of a different side of us with more harmonies and contrast than some of our previous straight-ahead riffers.”

The band first single video ‘The High Priest’ can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5g5jTKtEfM

Pre-order of Vinyl, CD or Digital with an instant download of the first single ‘The High Priest’ available via their Bandcamp at https://woodhawk.bandcamp.com.

Show Dates:
Apr 7 – Edmonton, AB – Sewing Machine Factory (CD Release Show)
April 8 – Calgary, AB – The Palomino (CD Release show)

Vagabonds of The Western Gig Tour:

May 4 – Vancouver, BC – The Cobalt

May 5 – Nanaimo, BC – The Queens

May 6 – Victoria, BC – Logan’s Pub

May 7 – Kelowna, BC – Doc Willoughby’s

May 8 – Edmonton, AB – Rendezvous Pub

May 9 – Saskatoon, SK – Vangelis Tavern

May 10 – Winnipeg, MB – The Handsome Daughter

May 11 – Regina, SK – The German Club

May 12 – Calgary, AB – Palomino

May 13 – Fernie, BC – Northern Bar

Track Listing:
1. Beyond The Sun (3:57)
2. The High Priest (4:46)
3. Living In The Sand (6:03)
4. Magnetic North (4:13)
5. Lawless (3:06)
6. Quest For Clarity (4:14)
7. A New Hope (4:49)
8. Forsee The Future (2:12)
9. Chrononaut (5:19)

Woodhawk is:
Turner Midzain – Vocals/Guitar
Mike Badmington – Bass/Vocals
Kevin Nelson – Drums

For More Info:
http://www.woodhawkriffs.com
EPK – http://wp.me/pciNW-9LA

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“As I was walking into the venue, I began hurrying up the stairs as their sound captured my attention right away and was quickly swept up into their thick pulse thumping guitars and huge powerhouse drum sound.” – Vancity Buzz

“Calgarian riff-riders Woodhawk kicked off the proceedings, hitting all the gritty notes with their raucous roadhouse metal. Propane and Jack flowed freely as the golden western trio woke all them witches with their thematic rock fury.” – Beatroute Magazine

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0 NEWS: Out Now! THIS GUN FOR HIRE Debut Album ‘Something A Little More Sinister’

March 31, 2017
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· Music News · This Gun For Hire

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For fans of Alexisonfire, Every Time I Die, Thrice, Underoath, Beartooth

Out Now! THIS GUN FOR HIRE Debut Album ‘Something A Little More Sinister’

This Gun For Hire Band Biography Video: https://youtu.be/uppSKtSb6Mc

Formed in 2015, Vancouver’s THIS GUN FOR HIRE is a genuine band of brothers that have built a long-lasting friendship through the music they play. Unleashing a power punch of their rock tinged melodic metalcore / post hardcore; the band has unleashed their debut album ‘Something A Little More Sinister’ out now as of March 31st. The album was recorded with engineer and producer Roger Swan (K-OS, Battle Axe) to present their first clutch of original songs to showcase to the world. The twelve track release displays a keen awareness of pace and dynamics. Moving deftly from the seething chaos of the eponymous opener to the grandiose and melodic epic of ‘To The Fallen And The Faithful’ and back again for the staccato grunt of ‘Barn Burner’ to finish the record. Taking cues from Alexisonfire, Every Time I Die, Underoath, Beartooth, The Holly Springs Disaster, the band describes their sound as “fast, heavy, sincere, atmospheric, and meaningful”.

“It’s just music we all feel the need to write. Metal with no boundaries is what got us together. There is way too much fluff going on now in this genre. It’s lost its integrity. We hope people can walk away with one of our songs stuck in their head. Or looking for more!” says guitarist Tyler Burns.

‘Something A Little More Sinister’ is available through iTunes, Spotify, Amazon.

Full album stream can be heard at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsdJtt1eiKUYKqWvMQ3hPnw

Music Video – ‘Barn Burner’ at https://youtu.be/UO1qbqi3I2Q

Guitar Playthrough Video ‘Barn Burner’ – https://youtu.be/FyKZKJ7l1vg

Music Video – ‘Infection’ – https://youtu.be/6yzmajgdyTk

FREE download – ‘Barn Burner’ at http://puregrainaudio.com/audio/this-gun-for-hire-barn-burner-free-song-download

1. Infection (3:34)

2. Something A Little More Sinister (4:13)

3. From The Earth To The Earth (3:24)

4. Set This Path (4:07)

5. Alligator Death Roll (6:35)

6. Good Evening Deacon (4:07)

7. To The Fallen And The Faithful (5:21)

8. One Hell Bent Lot Lizard (4:38)

9. Cause For Concern (3:32)

10. My Meaning (4:30)

11. Empty Eyes (4:31)

12. Barn Burner (3:20)

Album Length: 51:57

THIS GUN FOR HIRE is:
Album & Live Band Lineup:
Shelby Tanaka (Lead Vocals)
Tyler Burns (Guitars/Bass)
Mitch Harsch (Drums/Vocals)
Axel Verstraeten (Guitars)
Jake Murdoch (Bass/Vocals)

For More Info:

http://thisgunforhire.ca/
EPK – http://wp.me/pciNW-9iT

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0 Tour Dates: Thrashers TERRIFIER ‘Weapons of Thrash Destruction’ Tour (BC/AB); New Album Out ‘Weapons of Thrash Destruction’ via Test Your Metal Records

March 30, 2017
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· Music News · Terrifier (Test Your Metal Rcords)

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Tour Dates: Thrashers TERRIFIER ‘Weapons of Thrash Destruction’ Tour (BC/AB)

New Album Out ‘Weapons of Thrash Destruction’ via Test Your Metal Records

(photo Credit – Derek Carr – Visions In Pixels)

Vancouver thrashers TERRIFIER announce they will be hitting the road for a mini tour in April plus will be headlining this year’s 2nd annual CEMR MetalFest in Calgary, AB on April 8th along with other festival performances at Armstrong MetalFest and Metallion Fest this summer. The show dates are in support of TERRIFIER‘s new album ‘Weapons of Thrash Destruction’ released in January of this year via Test Your Metal Records to follow their 2013 EP ‘Metal or Death’ and 2012 full-length ‘Destroyers of the Faith’. Incorporating jackhammer drums, bulldozing bass-lines, a twin-lead attack that leaves posers pulped in its wake, and vocals that can level mountains, TERRIFIER’s motto could well be ‘thrashing is our business…and business is good’.

Weapons of Thrash Destruction Mini-Tour:

April 5 – The Royal On Baker – Nelson, BC – info

April 6 – Smokehouse Bar and Grill – Lethbridge, AB

April 7 – The Forge On Whyte – Edmonton, AB – info
April 8 – Nite Owl – Calgary, AB – CEMR Metalfest (Headliners) – info

Other Dates:
April 22 – SBC Restaurant – Vancouver, BC – info

May 5 – Logan’s Pub – Victoria, BC – info
July 15 – Hassen Arena – Armstrong, BC – Armstrong MetalFest – www.armstrongmetalfest.ca
August 11 – Brookside Resort – Prince George, BC – Metallion Festival – www.metallionfestival.com

‘Weapons of Thrash Destruction’ features such soon to be classics as ‘Bestial Tyranny’, ‘Skitzoid Embolism’ and ‘Nuclear Demolisher’ and ‘Sect of the Serpent’, a song inspired by Conan the Barbarian as vocalist Chase Thibodeau says ‘the idea was to trample the weak and hurdle the dead on this one!’

‘Weapons of Thrash Destruction’ is available on CD and digital download at the following links:

CD order – http://testyourmetalrecords.bigcartel.com/product/terrifier-weapons-of-thrash-destruction

Digital order – https://terrifier-tym.bandcamp.com/album/weapons-of-thrash-destruction

Album stream via TheSludgeLord at http://thesludgelord.blogspot.ca/2017/01/terrifier-album-premiere-canadian.html

Track Listing:

1. Reanimator (5:24)

2. Deceiver (5:15)

3. Nuclear Demolisher (4:26)

4. Violent Reprisal (4:17)

5. Skitzoid Embolism (4:08)

6. Drunk as Fuck (4:12)

7. Bestial Tyranny (6:13)

8. Riders of Doom (1:40)

9. Sect of the Serpent (6:44)

Album Length: 42:23

For more info, please visit
http://www.testyourmetalofficial.com
https://www.facebook.com/TerrifierThrashers
https://twitter.com/terrifier666
EPK – http://wp.me/pciNW-91B

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“Weapons Of Thrash Destruction is relentless from start to finish.” – Bravewords

“The Canadian quintet Terrifier knows full well what its strengths are and it plays to them in spades on the wonderfully titled Weapons of Thrash Destruction…This is a fine thrash record. Should make for a fun concert, too.” – The Vancouver Sun

“Terrifier proudly delivers a true-to-form tribute to the genre that thoroughly kicked the ass of the 1980s: thrash…It’s clear, metal music is not dead. Lurking in the shadows of the music industry are new artists like Terrifier, mastering their crafts, looking to flip the industry on its head. Weapons of Thrash Destruction is an impressive effort, explosively blending classic tricks with a modern, fresh feel.” – Beatroute BC

“Strike in the name of old school Metal, kneel before the gods of Metal that brought you the best music ever played in stereo, hail the insanity delivered by fast paced riffing and unholy melodic rhythms.” – Metal Temple

“The music is fast and tight, the riffs are complex and fun, the production, solos, and vocals are all spot-on, and there’s plenty of humor to boot. In other words, everything one should want from a thrash album is on Weapons of Thrash Destruction.” – Angry Metal Guy

“an old school thrash cocktail designed to blow a hole right through the bulkhead.” – Amps and Green Screens

“This album (Weapons of Thrash Destruction) is straight up unapologetic thrash! Love the album.” – CJSF – Metal Meltdown

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0 NEWS: ARMSTRONG METAL FEST Reveal Set Times For 2017 Line Up w/ REVOCATION, NINJASPY, AGGRESSION, GOLERS and more! Tickets On Sale Now!

March 29, 2017
by Asher
· Armstrong Metal Fest · Music News

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ARMSTRONG METAL FEST Reveal Set Times For 2017 Line Up
w/ REVOCATION, NINJASPY, AGGRESSION, GOLERS and more!

Tickets On Sale Now!

Promo Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9zHeA2pKWs
2016 AMF Free Digital Sampler – https://armstrongmetalfest.bandcamp.com/album/armstrong-metalfest-2016-mountain-moshpit-vol-1
(over 90 minutes of headbanging tracks from bands on the 2016 line up)

ARMSTRONG METALFEST reveals the set times for their 2017 line up being held on July 14th and 15th at the Hassen Arena in Armstrong, BC. This year’s headliners include Boston’s tech death / thrash titans REVOCATION, Vancouver’s reggae-metal fusion NINJASPY, Canadian 80’s thrash legends AGGRESSION and Vancouver Whammy Award Best Local Metal Artist winner GOLERS among many more from across the country. (Full list of bands and set times below.)

Situated in the Okanagan Valley with the beautiful backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, ARMSTRONG METALFEST, now in its ninth year, is British Columbia’s largest gathering of metalheads from across Western Canada and beyond.

Festival co-founder Jesse Valstar comments:

“The team members of West Metal Entertainment poured their sweat and blood into making this year’s line up for Armstrong Metalfest the best year yet! A large portion of this year’s line up consists of bands who will be releasing albums in 2017. The fact that so many bands in Canada are able to write and record quality material is a real testament to the thriving metal scene we have. The band submission process is a grueling gauntlet of awesomeness, but personally I love every second I dedicate to the brilliant artists of Canadian Metal!

I am especially excited to have Revocation on this year’s edition of Armstrong Metalfest. Their style is hella fitting for the festival and I know they will be well received! Also, their album “Great Is Our Sin” is fantastic front to back. I’ll be front row center screaming my heart out for sure!

I am very proud of the work our team has put into year nine of Armstrong Metalfest. Our work is paying off, so far this year we have broken every record for ticket sales we have ever had. As a community we built this festival from the ground up. As the festival grows, so does our community. We are all proud of this big beautiful beast!”

Weekend pass available for $120 CAD regular pre-sale with camping included in ticket price. Weekend of festival, the weekend pass will be $160 CAD at the festival gate. Day pass will be available at the festival gate only for $70 CAD. Camping is an additional $20 CAD for day pass per night. Please visit the following link for details and purchase: https://armstrongmetalfest.ca/tickets/

ARMSTRONG METALFEST 2017 Line-Up & Set Times:

Friday, July 14

SET TIMES – BAND

11:00am – 11:25am – DAHLMERS REALM (Edmonton, AB) (Broken Neck Radio People’s Choice Winner) – https://www.facebook.com/dahlmersrealm

11:35am – 12:00pm – SPORE (Nelson, BC) – https://www.facebook.com/sporemetal

12:10pm – 12:35pm – THE AVULSION (Lethbridge, AB) – http://theavulsion.bandcamp.com

12:45pm – 1:10pm – SERAPHIC NIHILIST (Prince George, BC) – http://seraphicnihilist.weebly.com

1:20pm – 1:45pm – ARKENFIRE (Kelowna, BC) – http://www.arkenfire.com

1:55pm – 2:20pm – ATROUS LEVIATHIAN (Victoria, BC) – https://www.facebook.com/AtrousLeviathan

2:30pm – 2:55pm – OSSIFIC (Winnipeg, MB) – http://ossific.bandcamp.com

3:05pm – 3:30pm – NOMAD (Enderby, BC) – https://www.facebook.com/nomadmetalband

3:40pm – 4:05pm – ZUCKUSS (Vancouver, BC) – http://www.zuckuss.net

4:15pm – 4:40pm – APPOLYON (Kelowna, BC) – https://apollyon-ca.bandcamp.com

4:50pm – 5:15pm – EXPAIN (Vancouver, BC) – https://expainband.bandcamp.com

5:25pm – 5:50pm – DROP DEAD FRED (Kelowna, BC) – https://www.facebook.com/DropDeadFredOfficial

6:00pm – 6:30pm – WMD (Calgary, AB) – http://www.whenmindsdevelop.com

6:40pm – 7:10pm – ANGELMAKER (Vancouver, BC) – http://angelmaker.bandcamp.com

7:20pm – 7:50pm – EXIT STRATEGY (Calgary, AB) – http://exitstrategycalgary.bandcamp.com

8:00pm 100 MAN SHOTGUN (Beer Event)

8:15pm – 8:50pm – ODINFIST (Armstrong, BC) – https://odinfist.bandcamp.com

9:10pm – 9:55pm – XUL (Vernon, BC) – https://xulmetal.bandcamp.com

10:15pm – 11:00pm – NINJASPY (Vancouver, BC) – http://www.ninjaspy.net

11:20pm – 12:20am – GOLERS (Vancouver, BC) (Vancouver Whammy Award Best Local Metal Artist winner) – https://www.facebook.com/The-Golers-Inbred-Militia–103231376426551

Saturday, July 15

SET TIMES – BAND

11:00am – 11:25am – TRAIN BIGGER MONKEYS (Calgary, AB) – http://www.trainbiggermonkeys.com

11:35am – 12:00pm – DRAGSTRIP DEVILS (Kelowna, BC) – http://thedragstripdevils.bandcamp.com

12:10pm – 12:35pm – GATEKEEPER (Vancouver, BC) – http://gatekeepervinland.com

12:45pm – 1:10pm – GARDENER (Vernon, BC) – https://gardenerwasted.bandcamp.com

1:20pm – 1:45pm – TALES OF THE TOMB (Edmonton, AB) – http://www.talesofthetomb.com

1:55pm – 2:20pm – CELL (Winnipeg, MB) – https://cellandvoid.bandcamp.com

2:30pm – 3:00pm – CITIZEN RAGE (Calgary, AB) – https://www.facebook.com/Citizen-Rage-408722289229035

3:10pm – 3:40pm – GLADIUS SKY (Vernon, BC) – https://www.facebook.com/GladiusSky

3:50pm – 4:20pm – SLAGDUSTER (Grand Forks, BC) – http://www.slagduster.com

4:30pm – 5:00pm – GALACTIC PEGASUS (Vancouver, BC) – http://www.galacticpegasus.com

5:10pm – 5:40pm – EYE OF HORUS (Edmonton, AB) – https://eyeofhorusofficial.bandcamp.com

5:50pm – 6:25pm – DEAD QUIET (Vancouver, BC) – http://deadquiet.bandcamp.com

6:25pm – 6:50pm – TRASH WRESTLING EVENT

6:50pm – 7:30pm – TERRIFIER (Vancouver, BC) – https://terrifier-tym.bandcamp.com/album/weapons-of-thrash-destruction

7:30pm – 7:55pm – TRASH WRESTLING EVENT

7:55pm – 8:35pm – COCAINE MOUSTACHE (Vancouver, BC) – http://www.cocainemoustache.com

8:35pm – 9:00pm – TRASH WRESTLING EVENT

9:00pm – 9:45pm – PLANET EATER (Regina, SK) – https://planeteater-sk.bandcamp.com

10:10pm – 10:55pm – AGGRESSION (Vancouver, BC) – http://www.rawthomatopokay.com

11:15pm – 12:15am – REVOCATION (Boston, MA) – http://www.revocationband.com

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Taking influence from Europe’s music festival circuit, Armstrong Metal Fest is a heavy metal celebration that encourages metal heads from across Canada and the globe to mosh and camp with the backdrop of great outdoors of British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley. What started as a backyard party in 2009 with nothing but eleven local metal bands such as Terrifier, Xul and Odinfist to name a few, has grown into a a huge success admired by the Western Canadian Metal scene. 2016 was the eighth year of the festival and was its largest year for music and attendance. Previous years of the festival have seen line ups with Cattle Decapitation, Suffocation, Beyond Creation, Dayglo Abortions, Rivers of Nihil, The Zenith Passage, Anciients, Bison BC, Striker, Crimson Shadows, Holy Grail, Archspire, Cryptopsy, Unleash The Archers, Divinity, Into Eternity, Ninjaspy, Vesperia, XUL, Odinfist, Death Toll Rising, Gomorrah among many others.

For more info, please visit www.ArmstrongMetalFest.ca

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0 NEWS: Reggae-Roots World Songstress AURESIA Announces Western Canadian Dates; New Album ‘Raices’ Out Now!

March 29, 2017
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Montreal, QC – March 29, 2017

Reggae-Roots World Songstress AURESIA Announces ‘Raices’ Western Canadian Dates

Music Video – On The Road Again – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y02SOxJdWEA

With musical roots as diverse as the world’s music lovers, Montreal based singer / songwriter Auresia has been performing and charming audiences since her debut self-titled release in 2008. Effortlessly blending the soul of reggae with various rooted sounds from around the world, Auresia has a penchant for delivering unexpected genre-bending tracks that she will performing in Western Canada during the month of April in support of her latest album “Raices”.

Show Dates:
April 20 – The Root – Lloydminister, SK

April 21 – The Bailey Theatre – Camrose, AB

April 22 – Boomtown Pub – Calgary, AB

April 24 – Whistle Stop – Jasper, AB

April 27 – TBA
April 28 – Last Call Pub – Canmore, AB

April 29 – SOAL HOUSE – Edmonton, AB

ABOUT RAICES:

Her third full-length album entitled “Raices” was released on November 29, 2016 to follow her sophomore album “Risin’!”, an album that was dedicated to love in all its forms whereas “Raices”, meaning ’roots’ in Spanish, is a new kind of musical love letter.

Bringing forward the sounds of traditional acoustic instruments from Cuba and her native Ukraine, “Raices” is fully comprised of organic instrumentation, impressively blending roots-reggae and Afro-Cuban rhythms with folk-pop lyrics and melodies paired by Auresia’s sweet-as-honey voice.

Recorded between Cuba and Canada, “Raices” is a true labor of love. Trading in the simple fun of her first two records for a more refined sound, Auresia delivers a raw truthful interpretation of everyday life and the realities of being a strong woman. The one thing that hasn’t changed is her deep-rooted passion for Reggae and Latin music. Although most of her lyrics are sung in English, she masterfully weaves in Spanish phrases as well as words in Lakota, the native tongue of the people of the Sioux tribes.

Auresia is not the kind of artist you encounter every day. It’s this very element of surprise that makes this singer-songwriter one of the most exciting young Canadian talents emerging in the industry today.

HIGHLIGHTS:

– ‘Raíces’ reached #3 on Canadian College Radio International charts January 2017 (source: Earshot).

1. On The Road Again
2. High (Salsa)
3. Good For My Soul
4. Soul Harmony
5. On My Way
6. Isn’t It Enough
7. Raíces

2017 Tour:
Auresia has toured across the Americas, performing in Canada, USA, Peru, Chile, Colombia, Bolivia, Brazil and Argentina, Cuba and Jamaica. See you in 2017!

Award Nominations:
2014 – Can. Reggae Xclusive- Top Singer
2010 – Indie Awards – Best World Artist
2009 – Canadian Reggae Music Awards – Nominations: Best Singer, Best New Artist, Best Album, Best Producer

Shared Stage With:
Shaggy, Yellowman, Kymani Marley, Andrew Tosh, Queen Ifrica, Sister Nancy, Morgan Heritage, Queen Ifrica, Tanya Stephens, Sugar Minott, Sanchez, Ibo & Kindred, MC Jona (Gondwana), Vasyl Papaduke, Pochi Marambio & Tierra Sur, Javier Fonseca (Alerta Kamarada)

Discography:
2016 – Raices- LP
2013- Risin’! Sophomore LP
2012 – So In Love With You – EP
2008 – Self-Titled LP

PAST HIGHLIGHTS:

– ‘Stay a Little Longer’ single is charting on Rebel Vibes Top 10 Canadian Reggae charts (12 weeks!!)

– Winner of the Top Singer award at the Canadian Reggae Xclusive Awards in 2014.

– “High” single (previous album) tracked in June 2013 for 20 weeks & hit top 50 for 12 weeks on Palmares & Adisq radio charts.

For more info:
http://www.Auresia.com

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“…it’s obvious that Auresia is a talent worth watching” – Exclaim!

“Listening to her intricate melodies, beautiful harmonies, eclectic mix of Caribbean, soul, Latin and Pop flavours, and

empowering eco-conscious lyrics, it’s no surprise she’s been nominated for Favourite World Artist at the 2010

Independent Music Awards and for four awards at the Canadian Reggae Music Awards.” -Coolgrrls.com

“If there ever was a time, since Bob Marley where Reggae could actually penetrate popular music, Auresia definitely has the potential to do it” – Spotlight artist of the week -Duke Eatmon, CBC Radio 1, Home Run

“A talented artist who knows how to combine a folk-driven style with the roots of reggae!” – Montreal Mirror

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0 NEWS: NoCleanSinging Premiere SLAGDUSTER’s ‘Mother’s Milk’; New Album ‘Deadweight’ Out May 5th

March 28, 2017
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Montreal, QC – March 28, 2017

For fans of Gojira, Sikth, Mehsuggah, Dillinger Escape Plan, Between The Buried And Me

NoCleanSinging Premiere SLAGDUSTER’s ‘Mother’s Milk’; New Album ‘Deadweight’ Out May 5th

Isolation has most certainly bred inspiration in the shape of SLAGDUSTER. Hailing from Grand Forks, B.C, the band is name after a slang term local to their area for a piece of machinery that was used in the mines over a hundred years ago.

“We are the only four musicians in our small town driven to form a progressive metal band.” says vocalist Shane Sherman.

Inspired by such giants as Goijira. Sikth, Meshuggah, Dillinger Escape Plan, Between The Buried And Me, SLAGDUSTER offer a progressive, groovy, creative, unique and heavy sound.

It’s been a few years since their debut album ‘Nature.Humanity.Machine’ and SLAGDUSTER is ready to unleash their follow up ‘Deadweight’ due out on May 5th, 2017.

“Naturally our sound has come a long way since our debut release in 2010. The music is more complex, and much more developed, still heavy, but even more groove based. Listeners can expect to be challenged by focusing on the compositions, or lost in the musical landscape.” says vocalist Shane Sherman.

Having released their first single ‘Peeping Ron’ a few weeks ago (listen here), the band is ready to share with fans their next track ‘Mother’s Milk’ premiered exclusively on NoCleanSinging.com.

The band comments:

“”Mother’s Milk” is one of the more structured arrangements on the new album. We like some of the riffs so much that we couldn’t avoid bringing them back a couple times. It starts off with a strong driving march feel, before picking up speed and racing around hairpin corners, drifting effortlessly while navigating multiple sonic terrains smoothly from start to finish. Lyrically, the message focuses on a downward spiral of dependence and desperation, characterized within a story about an unhealthy mother/son relationship, a dark contrast to the song’s upbeat tempo.”

Listen to ‘Mother’s Milk’ by visiting the following link: http://www.nocleansinging.com/2017/03/28/an-ncs-premiere-slagduster-mothers-milk/

Like the ancient machine they are named after, SLAGDUSTER work hard to draw art from base material, they’re sound is meticulous and lengthy. All nine of tracks on ‘Deadweight’ have been very slowly and carefully crafted over the years. No songs were scrapped; all were completely revamped continuously for years. SLAGDUSTER put way more effort into collaborative song writing, which has significantly advanced their original sound. Each track contains a variety of things, ranging from ripping riffs and tremolo melodies to soft transitional parts and psychedelic interludes on top of constant heaviness and groove.

Of course, these songs are transformed in SLAGDUSTER’s live show, which vocalist Shane Sherman describes as “high energy, bordering on ridiculous, with offensive banter and annoying antics from an attention hungry front man. Well executed yet fun and light-hearted performances perfected over years of touring.”

To pre-order ‘Deadweight’, please visit www.slagduster.com.

Show Dates:
July 14/15 – Armstrong, BC – Armstrong Metal Fest w/ Revocation, Ninjaspy, Aggression – info

Track Listing:
1.Soldiers Of Meth (4:52)
2. Peeping Ron (3:43)
3. Profane Puppet (4:25)
4. Mother’s Milk (4:46)
5. Mushroom Stomp (4:34)
6. On All Fours (4:57)
7. Cheer Up Clown (4:40)
8. Ivory Into Coal (4:58)
9. Untouchable (4:37)
Album Length: 41:36

For More Info:

http://www.slagduster.com
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“witness their antics and groove metal.” – Beatroute (Live review Armstrong Metalfest 2016)

“this is one seriously cool album — a collection of inventive, head-spinning songs played by four extremely talented musicians.” – No Clean Singing (review of 2010’s Nature. Humanity. Machine.)

“Although Slagduster’s music thrives on instrumental variation on themes within each song, with dynamic tempos and even occasional changes in time signature, the songs remain anchored to driving rhythms that organize the jumping, darting complexity of the music.”– No Clean Singing (review of 2010’s Nature. Humanity. Machine.)

“This release is oddly appealing, intriguing, a little different and undeniably catchy.
Step outside your comfort zone and give this diverse chunk of metal a spin you may well be surprised as was I. Definite groove, unpredictable melodies all in a style that’s wholly enjoyable.” – Thy Demons Be Scribblin (review of 2010’s Nature. Humanity. Machine.)
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0 NEWS: WOODHAWK Announce “Vagabonds of The Western Gig Tour” (BC/AB/SK/MB) And Riff-tastic Debut LP “Beyond The Sun” Out April 7th + New Video “The High Priest”

March 28, 2017
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· Music News · Woodhawk

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Montreal, QC – March 28, 2017

For Fans of Black Sabbath, The Sword, Clutch, Truckfighters, Priestess, Mastodon, Red Fang, Thin Lizzy

WOODHAWK Announce “Vagabonds of The Western Gig Tour” (BC/AB/SK/MB) And Riff-tastic Debut LP “Beyond The Sun” Out April 7th

New Video “The High Priest”

Slathered in rock and roll riffs and dealing with a case of wanderlust, Calgary’s rock revival heroes WOODHAWK set out to unleash their debut full-length ‘Beyond The Sun’ paired with dates across Western Canada. The riff wizards just released a video for their single ‘The High Priest’, which showcases their lyricism and fanaticism for musical perfection. Lyrically the song questions individual power and how people can either use it for good or evil.

Watch ‘The High Priest’ at

Their album ‘Beyond The Sun’ is produced by the band with Jesse Gander (Bison, Japandroids) and is slated for release April 7, 2017. Pre-order of Vinyl, CD or Digital with an instant download of the first single ‘The High Priest’ available via their bandcamp at https://woodhawk.bandcamp.com.

“This album has been years in the making and really shows the evolution of the band. We focused hard on not just making good riffs, but good songs. Doing this album, and with Jesse Gander, no less, was a bucket list goal for us. So to be in Vancouver and recording with someone who we truly admire, was something that we feel is reflected in the album.” says vocalist / guitarist.

After opening for Truckfighters, Yawning Man and We Hunt Buffalo in Calgary, WOODHAWK will be hitting the road for tour of Western Canada to quell their hunger for playing shows.

Show Dates:
Apr 7 – Edmonton, AB – Sewing Machine Factory (CD Release Show)
April 8 – Calgary, AB – The Palomino (CD Release show)

Vagabonds of The Western Gig Tour:

May 4 – Vancouver, BC – The Cobalt

May 5 – Nanaimo, BC – The Queens

May 6 – Victoria, BC – Logan’s Pub

May 7 – Kelowna, BC – Doc Willoughby’s

May 8 – Edmonton, AB – Rendezvous Pub

May 9 – Saskatoon, SK – Vangelis Tavern

May 10 – Winnipeg, MB – The Handsome Daughter

May 11 – Regina, SK – The German Club

May 12 – Calgary, AB – Palomino

May 13 – Fernie, BC – Northern Bar

Woodhawk is:
Turner Midzain – Vocals/Guitar
Mike Badmington – Bass/Vocals
Kevin Nelson – Drums

For More Info:
http://www.woodhawkriffs.com
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0 NEWS: Vancouver Prog Virtuosos OMNISIGHT Posts Live Video ‘Shift The Paradigm’ Filmed By Blackroom Films’; New EP ‘Power of One’ Out Now!

March 28, 2017
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Montreal, QC – March 28, 2017

For fans of Dream Theater, Tool, Yngwie Malmsteen, Animals As Leaders,Van Halen, RacerX

Vancouver Prog Virtuosos OMNISIGHT Posts Live Video ‘Shift The Paradigm’ Filmed By Blackroom Films

New EP ‘Power of One’ Out Now!

Vancouver progressive virtuosos OmnisighT teamed up with Blackroom Films to release a new live video for their track “Shift The Paradigm” off their new EP “The Power of One” released in January of this year. The video was shot during their EP release party on March 11th at The Astoria in Vancouver, BC.

“”Shift The Paradigm” is definitely a track that features everything OmnisighT’s known for: Extreme musicianship, big vocal hooks and great grooves. I was having some technical difficulties at the beginning of the song, but the show must go on! I’ve always liked music videos that show the realism of live performance, so I think it’s pretty cool. It was awesome to debut the new material and shred it up live!” says guitarist Blake Rurik.

Watch the live video of ‘Shift The Paradigm’ at https://youtu.be/Mz7qVujQwYc

The band’s next Vancouver performance will be on May 11th at Pat’s Pub & Brewhouse w/ Assimilation and Gatekeeper. Full details can be found here.

OmnisighT‘s ‘Power of One’ is the latest offering to showcase their highly regarded musicianship and finely wrought song-craft. ‘Power of One’ as a whole is a musical journey with a story concept to question the status quo and stand up against the oppression plus deceptions of the ruling class.

Drummer Chris Warunki comments on the release:

“”The Power Of One” is the sound of a band firing on all cylinders. Guitarists, bassists, drummers and vocalists will all have something in-store for them here with this EP. We are excited to get this out to the prog/rock/metal masses both musically and lyrically. Speaking of lyrically, the album will come with a PDF booklet exclusive to our Bandcamp supporters. We took a “more is more” approach with this one and it will be a real challenge, but a welcome challenge; to take it to the stage. A local Vancouver EP release party/show is in the works and TBA. We want to keep the musicianship in the music, that has been our agenda since day one!”

‘Power of One’ is now streaming along with CD and digital download at https://omnisight.bandcamp.com/album/the-power-of-one

Also available on iTunes, Spotify, and all other major online retailers.

Show Dates:
May 11 – Pat’s Pub & Brewhouse – Vancouver, BC w/ Assimilation, Gatekeeper

1. Shift The Paradigm (5:24)
2. Resistance (4:51)
3. Seven Sisters (6:32)
4. Fall of The Empire (7:04)
5. Power of One (7:11)
EP Length: 31:04

About:
Known for their formidable musicianship, virtuosic guitar solos and powerful songs, OmnisighT is masterfully blurring the lines between melodic hard rock and progressive metal. Beginning as collaboration between vocalist/guitarist Raj Krishna and drummer Chris Warunki, they created the impressive ‘Path’ debut album in 2012. Their live line-up was consolidated with the addition of Dave Shannon on bass and guitarist Blake Rurik. ‘Path’ was followed up by the 2013 ‘Wave Particle’ EP.

Like all truly visionary musicians, band co-founder Raj was driven to create unique music. “I’ve been writing and singing songs since I was a little kid. We never seemed to hear heavy prog music that had shredding and hooks at the same time. It always seems you get one or the other….Having technical musicianship with good song-writing, shredding licks, and big hooks was the whole idea.”

Raj sums up OmnisighT’s music thusly: ‘Proggy, hooky, shredding, sad, and powerful!’

While Raj is justifiably proud of OmnisighT’s recorded output, he sees the importance of performance. ‘Live is where the band really shines! We put on a show, running around smiling and shredding. The band plays with more intensity…we often give the headliners a run for their money.’

For more info, please visit the following links:
https://www.facebook.com/omnisight
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“The depth of talent in Canada often surprises us. Here is another superb band to add to the list. It remains to be seen how far “The Power Of One” takes OmnisighT. But one thing is for sure, it is an EP of which they can be incredibly proud.” – Maximum Volume Music

“If you’re going to attempt this sort of thing, you’d better have chops. Fortunately, (OmnisighT) have ’em, and how.” – Georgia Straight

“Their stage presence and technique is out of this world…I can safely say that the only guitarists I’ve seen live that instilled the same sort of awe in me as Raj Krishna were Jeff Loomis and John Petrucci himself.” – Prog Sphere

“great songwriting, fantastic lead guitar work…immediately on the first track, the intro “String Theory,” we are greeted by some immense guitar skills. Seriously, these guys are fucking fantastic.” – The Monolith

“deliciously retro, Zappa-meets-Malmsteen solos with at least one toe in the land of jazzy improv… guitar fiends should rush to check them out.” – Georgia Straight

“I have never been more impressed with a band that I had zero knowledge about. These guys play like they’ve been playing together since birth and clearly love what they do at a cellular level.” – Metal Titans

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