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0 NEWS: SLUDGEHAMMER Post New Music Video ‘Carrion Eater’; New Album ‘The Fallen Sun’ Out June 10th

May 16, 2016
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· Music News · Sludgehammer

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SLUDGEHAMMER Post New Music Video ‘ Carrion Eater’; New Album ‘The Fallen Sun’ Due Out June 10th

Upcoming Show Dates:

May 28 – Peterborough, ON – w/ Cryptelisk, Sacrificed Alliance, Anthropophagy – info

L-R – Chris Szarota – Vocals, Jeff Wilson – Guitars, Tyler Williams – Guitars, Dan Ayers – Bass/Vocals, Fernando Villalobos- Drums
Credit: Hayden John Wolf

Set to unleash their debut full length album ‘The Fallen Sun’ officially on June 10th, Toronto, ON’s SLUDGEHAMMER have posted a new music video for their track ‘Carrion Eater’, which is one of eleven fist pounding tracks that features the dynamic vocal performances from lead vocalist Chris Szarota and bassist Dan Ayers, along with a showcase of mind bending guitar solos, heavy riffs and blistering drumming fury to follow up their 2014 EP ‘Organ Harvester’.

“Sludgehammer is proud to present ”Carrion Eater” as our first music video from ”The Fallen Sun”. This is one of the first songs we wrote for the record and it has become one of our favorites. It was an ambitious track to create as we were trying to combine a lot of different musical elements into a cohesive song. We eventually got it to the point where it is now, an energetic, venom spittin’ ,leg stompin’, headcrusher! It was a lot of hard work creating this record, but also a lot of fun. We’re hoping everyone can enjoy it like we do.” comments guitarist Jeff Wilson.The album was self-produced by the band and mixed by guitarist Tyler Williams and mastered by world renowned producer & engineer Lasse Lammert (Gloryhammer, Alestorm, Teramaze) at LSD Studio in Germany.

To watch ‘Carrion Eater’, please visit the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OAbgAUBrzvo

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1. Demons From The Woodwork (4:02)

2. Intestines Entwined (5:02)

3. The Black Abyss (6:29)

4. Ectogenesis (4:34)

5. Carrion Eater (5:56)

6. Consuming Afterbirth (4:34)

7. Carnivorous Forest (5:08)

8. Utopian (5:45)

9. Revolting (4:46)

10. Organ Harvester (4:51)

11. Casualties (4:34)

Album Length: 55:48

About:
Sludgehammer is a five piece Canadian metal band formed in 2013. The band began with guitarist Jeff Wilson and drummer Fernando Villalobos jamming together, which quickly resulted in writing songs and searching for a full line up. Their search led to vocalist Chris Szarota, who possessed an astonishing vocal ferocity and bassist and vocalist Dan Ayers, who passed the audition as a bassist and also revealed a golden voice. Thus, the first incarnation of Sludgehammer was formed.

The four members worked hard over the next few months to put together a demo, which was released at the band’s first gig on November 22nd, 2013. The demo was well received even though it was completely self-recorded and the gig offers kept on coming, along with new fans.

With the success of the demo, the band knew that it was time to step things up and hired producer Christian Anderson for their 2014 release, ‘Organ Harvester’. During the writing sessions, the band decided that Chris and Dan should share vocal duties for this record, as Dan’s voice had been absent from the demo. The dual vocals proved to be a force to be reckoned with and on August 11th, 2014 ‘Organ Harvester’ was released to rave reviews.

‘Organ Harvester’ gained both new fans and better shows, gathering serious momentum and solid name among the metal community. However by 2015, after playing many gigs with the ‘Organ Harvester’ material it became very obvious that the fans were hungry for more. The band began writing more songs for the next release and kept playing gigs, which led them to guitarist Tyler Williams. Tyler was working as a sound man at the Atria in Oshawa, ON where Sludgehammer was playing, and after their performance, Tyler approached the band. They set up a jam and in July 2015, Tyler Williams joined Sludgehammer.

The new five piece line up produced a much fuller sound as Jeff and Tyler began working together. The old songs were given new life and badass new material was being written for their next release, titled ‘The Fallen Sun’. The new songs featured dynamic vocal performances from Dan and Chris, mind bending guitar solos, heavy riffs and blistering drumming. As the songs started to pile up, Sludgehammer discussed recording a full length album. Tyler suggested that they record at his studio, Monolithic Productions. The band set up shop there and are now ready to unleash ‘The Fallen Sun’ for release on June 10, 2016.

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0 OUT NOW! BLACK ABSINTHE ‘Early Signs of Denial’; Post Full Album Stream

May 13, 2016
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OUT NOW! BLACK ABSINTHE ‘Early Signs of Denial’; Post Full Album Stream

Upcoming Show Dates:

May 13 – Oshawa, ON @ The Atria – Event info
May 14 – Toronto, ON @ Coalition T.O. (CD Release Show) – Event info

Toronto, ON heavy metal trio BLACK ABSINTHE have surfaced from the basement to unleash their debut album ‘Early Signs of Denial’ produced by Sum 41’s Dave Baksh (Cross Dog, The Mahones) plus mixed and mastered by Frank Gryner (Rob Zombie- Hillbilly Deluxe). Out now as of May 13th, 2016, the album is the band’s first professional recording to follow their three self recorded EPs Live At Coalition (2014), Noise Complaint (2014) and Augusta (2012).

The album stream can be heard at the following links:
– https://soundcloud.com/blackabsintheband/sets/early-signs-of-denial
– http://exclaim.ca/music/article/black_absinthe-early_signs_of_denial_album_stream
along with album order at https://blackabsinthe.bandcamp.com/

“This was our first foray into recording in a studio environment plus working with a producer and mixer. Having a team of people around us helped us produce better songs at a higher quality to give our fans the chance to hear what we’re truly about without the barrier of poor recordings. It’s our jump from the basement to the studio, the raw energy is still there, but there’s an added level of detail to each track. We wanted to make a significant jump forward in quality and songwriting plus for fans who have been following us, we think they’ll be pleasantly surprised.” comments vocalist/guitarist Jack Cerre.

The title “Early Signs of Denial” is a conceptual connection to the themes of fear, corruption, and overcoming disparity, which is explored in the album’s songs. The record has emphasis of crushing modern tone, polished instrumental sections, soaring vocals and a blending of contemporary and classic metal. With each track, this unique record represents different aspects of BLACK ABSINTHE’s diversity in song writing. The band does not tread lightly over their new wave of British heavy metal song style or their technical and progressive metal influences.

1. The Wild (3:50) [MetalNationRadio]

2. Is This Life (4:42)

3. Berj Khalifa (3:19)

4. Pigs (4:03)

5. NOW (3:58) [MMK]

6. Winter (6:23) [Hellbound]

Album Length: 26:18

For more info, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/blackabsintheband.

About:

Formed in 2011 by vocalist and guitarist Jack Cerre, bassist Kyle Scarlett and drummer Austin Henderson, the trio continue to rip through the underground Toronto metal scene without pause.

Compounding heavy riffs and bass lines reminiscent of classic thrash and new wave British heavy metal with a range of progressive to classic rock influence, Black Absinthe presents a solid example of a Canadian metal band. They’re road hungry, influenced plus supported by other driven Canadian musicians and most of all, ready to innovate and grow the traditions of a genre they venerate and respect. As leaders in the scene, Black Absinthe were headlining Toronto semi-finalists in the Wacken Metal Battle Canada 2015.

With a new year ahead, Black Absinthe pushes on with their desire to provide their fans in Canada and online with a cleaner and heavier presentation of their sound. The years incubating in Toronto’s metal underground have served the band well. From their 2012 debut EP Augusta to their 2014 EP Noise Complaint, both releases have established the band’s sound as well as their stage presence, leading to their driven heavy metal machine. Now in 2016, Black Absinthe are ready to release their debut studio album Early Signs Of Denial (May 13, 2016). The album was produced by Dave Baksh (Cross Dog, The Mahones) out of the Gentleman’s Den studio in Pickering, ON who’s experience proved to be the final touch; aiding in refining drum dynamics, smoothing the transitions and layering harmonic guitar lines. Black Absinthe’s Early Signs Of Denial sound is a leading example of the contemporary Canadian metal scene serving to showcase how the band sounds in a crisp, powerful, and ultimately more professional recording environment.

The title “Early Signs of Denial” is a conceptual connection to the themes of fear, corruption, and overcoming disparity, which is explored in the songs. The record has emphasis of crushing modern tone, polished instrumental sections, soaring vocals and a blending of contemporary and classic metal. With each track, this unique record represents different aspects of Black Absinthe’s diversity in song writing. The band does not tread lightly over their new wave of British heavy metal song style or their technical and progressive metal influences.

Through the bands expanding network cultivated through Coalition Music’s “Artist Entrepreneur Program”, they chose Frank Gryner (Rob Zombie- Hillbilly Deluxe) to mix and master the album in the Winter of 2015. His strong ability to work with a diversity of sounds was the appeal to the band. His mixing took the album into the sonic spheres of a classic 80’s sound providing, grandeur, psychedelia, and an arena rock feel that could properly represent the textures put down in tracking. There was an immediate trust formed with the stylistic choices Gryner made throughout mixing.

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0 NEWS: HOPELESS YOUTH On Cross Canada Tour Now! Streaming New EP ‘Devil, Walk With Me’ (Rainville Records)

May 2, 2016
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HOPELESS YOUTH On Cross Canada Tour Now! Streaming New EP ‘Devil, Walk With Me’ (Rainville Records)

Montreal, QC’s chaotic hardcore force HOPELESS YOUTH are hitting the road across Canada in support of their latest EP ‘Devil, Walk With Me’ released on April 15th via their indie label Rainville Records for physical CD plus digitally via Pluto Records to follow their 2014 debut album ‘Disgust’ released on Candlelight Records.

“We’re stoked to be hitting the road across Canada, in support of the new EP. Excited to see familiar faces and hopefully new ones. We’ll have a silk screen version of the record, available on this tour only, limited to 5 copies per show. ” comments the band.

To hear the full stream of ‘Devil, Walk With Me’, please visit the following link: http://rainvillerecords.bandcamp.com/album/devil-walk-with-me

The band will be performing the following cities:

May 2 – Winnipeg, Manitoba – The Handsome Daughter

May 3 – Regina, Saskatchewan – The Club

May 4 – Calgary, Alberta – Trvp House

May 6 – Vancouver, British Columbia – The Matador
May 8 – Edmonton, Alberta – Local Omnivore

1 – The Garden (3:31)

2 – Devil, Walk With Me (2:41)

3 – Moon Child (4:34)

4 – Light Bearer (1:51)

5 – The Price To Pay (4:46)

EP Length: 17:15

For more info, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/hopelessyouthband.

About:
What started in the summer of 2012 has managed to grow into a blend of chaotic and dissonant hardcore. Hopeless Youth takes influence of everything from thrash metal, crust punk to even black metal and doom. They manage to keep it rough and in your face, while having you sing along at the same time. The four piece from Montreal, QC manages to make every show as loud, unpredictable, and entertaining as a train wreck. Not to say they fall apart on stage, but rather put themselves in a position to achieve a certain catharsis through violently pouring themselves into every performance. After releasing their debut record ‘Disgust’ in 2014 on Candlelight Records, they’ve returned in 2016 with a new E.P. ‘Devil, Walk With Me’, which has been released on their own label Rainville Records, as well as digitally via Pluto Records. This new set of songs is sure to turn heads and blow speakers. Enjoy it at your own risk.

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0 NEWS: Out Now + Canadian Tour Kick Off THE DECOYS New Album ‘In Our Blood’ + Tour Dates (BC, AB, SK, MB, ON)

April 15, 2016
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Out Now + Canadian Tour Kick Off THE DECOYS New Album ‘In Our Blood’
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New Album ‘In Our Blood’ Out April 15th

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What originally formed as a band to support guitarist and vocalist Matt Stanley’s solo EP “The Life & Times” in 2008, has developed into a three piece of good old rock n roll fun known as THE DECOYS. Comprised of Matt Stanley on guitar/vocals, Sean Poissant on drums and Sean Schneider on bass, the Kamloops, BC based band deliver raw and honest tunes influenced by the spirit of artists like Neil Young, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers and Led Zeppelin.

Their new album ‘In Our Blood’ is now available via iTunes as of April 15, 2016 and has been gaining buzz for its infectious singles ‘Don’t Hesitate’ and title track, which can be heard at the following links below. ‘In Our Blood’ is the follow up their 2011 debut album “Stripped, Bare, And On Display” co-produced by Henry Small (Prism, Scrubbaloe Caine, John Entwisle Band), which garnered much support from Western Canadian radio for their singles “I Know” and “Modern Disaster” leading them to be one of Western Canada’s most active independent touring acts.

The band comments on the album ‘In Our Blood’:

“We are psyched to finally unleash “In Our Blood” to the world. We’ve put our heart and soul into this album and I hope that can be heard on every song. From the opening riff of “Don’t Hesitate” to the jam session finale of “Don’t Hang Me Up”, this is an album that’s meant to be a journey for the listener, just like the albums we loved growing up. Be sure to crank it up!” – The Decoys

Music Video – In Our Blood – http://exclaim.ca/music/article/the_decoys-in_our_blood_video
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Music Video – Don’t Hesitate – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLpVag4ygno

The band will be supporting the album with a tour kicking off on April 14th across Western Canada plus dates for the first time in the Prairies (SK, MB) and Ontario. (dates listed below).

1. Don’t Hesitate (3:33)
2. Not Right Now (4:14)
3. Ain’t Gonna Let You Go (5:12)
4. Wasting Your Time (4:42)
5. Alibi (3:44)
6. Crossed The Line (3:51)
7. In Our Blood (4:39)
8. The Underdog (4:32)
9. The Lighthouse (3:29)
10. Don’t Hang Me Up (7:29)
Album Length: 45:30
Tour Dates:

4/14/2016 – Revelstoke, BC – The Last Drop

4/15/2016 – Leduc, AB – Kosmos

4/16/2016 – Leduc AB – Kosmos

4/18/2016 – Beaumont, AB – Live City

4/21/2016 – Edmonton, AB – Mercury Room

4/22/2016 – Fort McMurray, AB – Blackhorse Pub

4/23/2016 – Fort McMurray, AB – Blackhorse Pub

4/26/2016 – Saskatoon, SK – Capitol club

4/27/2016 – Arcola, SK – Buddy’s Pub

4/28/2016 – Kenora, ON – Norman Community Centre

4/30/2016 – Sault Ste Marie, ON – Rockstar Bar

5/02/2016 – Sudbury, ON – Townehouse Tavern

5/03/2016 – Ottawa, ON – Rainbow Bistro

5/05/2016 – Peterborough, ON – The Spill

5/07/2016 – Windsor, ON – The Dominion House

5/09/2016 – Hamilton, ON – Homegrown Hamilton

5/12/2016 – Sault Ste Marie, ON – Lop Lops

5/13/2016 – Thunder Bay, ON – Black Pirates Pub

5/14/2016 – Winnipeg, MB – Shannon’s Irish Pub

5/19/2016 – Field, BC – Truffle Pigs

5/21/2016 – South Slocan, BC – The Dam

For more info, please visit www.thedecoysband.com

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0 NEWS: BLACK ABSINTHE Announce Ontario Show Dates (May 13/14), Streaming New Track ‘The Wild’; Debut Album ‘Early Signs of Denial’ Due Out May 13th

April 8, 2016
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BLACK ABSINTHE Announce Ontario Show Dates (May 13/14), Streaming New Track ‘The Wild’

Debut Album ‘Early Signs of Denial’ Due Out May 13th

Upcoming Show Dates:

May 13 – Oshawa, ON @ The Atria – Event info
May 14 – Toronto, ON @ Coalition T.O. (CD Release Show) – Event info

Toronto, ON heavy metal trio BLACK ABSINTHE are surfacing from the basement to unleash new tunes from their debut album ‘Early Signs of Denial’produced by Dave Baksh (Cross Dog, The Mahones) plus mixed and mastered by Frank Gryner (Rob Zombie- Hillbilly Deluxe). Set for release on May 13th, 2016, the album is the band’s first professional recording to follow their three self recorded EPs Live At Coalition (2014), Noise Complaint (2014) and Augusta (2012).

In support of the release, BLACK ABSINTHE will be performing in Oshawa on May 13th at The Atria and Toronto May 14th at Coalition TO for their local CD launch event. Both dates will also be supported by their Montreal brothers in arms, thrashers and Wacken Metal Battle Canada 2014 champions MUTANK.

BLACK ABSINTHE’s powerful heavy riffs and bass lines are reminiscent of classic thrash and new wave British heavy metal with a range of progressive to classic rock influence ready to be shared with fans new and old alike. The band recently teamed up with MetalNationRadio.com to premiere their first single ‘The Wild’.

“The Wild is the first song from a culmination of two years of work, our blasting out of the gate declaration of freedom. Don’t overthink it, ROCK OUT! It’s about taking your life into the heat of the fire, crashing and burning at the feet of desire.” comments vocalist / guitarist Jack Cerre.

To listen to ‘The Wild’, please visit the following link: http://metalnationradio.ca/song-premiere-black-absinthe/

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1. The Wild (3:50)

2. Is This Life (4:42)

3. Berj Khalifa (3:19)

4. Pigs (4:03)

5. NOW (3:58)

6. Winter (6:23)

Album Length: 26:18

For more info, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/blackabsintheband.

About:

Formed in 2011 by vocalist and guitarist Jack Cerre, bassist Kyle Scarlett and drummer Austin Henderson, the trio continue to rip through the underground Toronto metal scene without pause.

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0 NEWS: WITHOUT MERCY Return With New EP ‘Mouichido’ Out May 27th; New Music Video ‘Worthless’ + Tour Dates

April 7, 2016
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WITHOUT MERCY Return With New EP ‘Mouichido’ Out May 27th; New Music Video ‘Worthless’ + Tour Dates

Upcoming Show Dates:

Apr 8 – Wings and Things – Prince George, BC – info

Apr 9 – The Dungeon – Burns Lake, BC

Apr 15 – Distortion – Calgary, AB – info

Apr 16 – The Vat – Red Deer, AB

Apr 18 – Moose Lodge – Lethbridge, AB – info

May 27 – Rickshaw Theatre – Vancouver, BC – info (CD Release Show)

Jul 23 – SBC Restaurant – Vancouver, BC

Photo Credit: Shimon Karmel

It’s been two years since Vancouver, BC’s WITHOUT MERCY last EP ‘Reborn’ savaged the lands of Canadian metal. After hitting the studio with a new vocalist Alex Friis and bass tracks recorded by Tristan Martin and live performance being done by Ryan Loewen, the band is ready to unleash its latest offering ‘Mouichido’, a re-release of re-recorded material from their 2014 EP ‘Reborn’. Newly added to EP is also a guest appearance by vocalist Mark Hunter of Chimaira on track ‘In Waves’. ‘Mouichido’ is set for release on May 27th, 2016 and is available for pre-order at the following link https://withoutmercy.bandcamp.com/album/mouichido.

“‘Mouichido’ is the Japanese word for “Repeat” or “to do one more time”. We chose this as the title to signify the re-release of a previous version of this record. After the release ‘Reborn’, we faced an issue with our vocalist, which caused us to part ways with him. On the advice of our legal team, we recorded the album again with our current vocalist in an effort to terminate possible legal action.” says Band founder and guitarist DJ Temple. “In addition to that, I hold close ties with Japanese culture so I thought it would be the perfect time to introduce those lines into our music. Facing the incredible difficulty with the last record and the way the vocalist departed the band, the stress was compounded by the financial burden left with a record we couldn’t release. By venturing back to some of my martial art roots, I found the strength to maintain my tenacity and get the record back on track. The result, is “Mouichido”. Fans should receive this as the ultimate reason to never give up. Take the aggressive nature of the songs and allow the culture of the Japanese writing to envelop you in a way that will carry you through each track. Let this EP be the story that inspires you to push through something difficult and come out the other side a stronger and more experienced person.”
The band’s first video ‘Worthless’ can be viewed at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_c1fuTnKlKA

1. Worthless (3:48)

2. In Waves (Ft. Mark Hunter of Chimaira) (4:06)

3. Burn (4:27)

4. Morphine (5:56)

EP Length: 18:19

For more info, please visit: www.WithoutMercyBand.com

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Tenacity, work ethic and originality. There’s no excuses anymore.

Vancouver-based Without Mercy certainly stays true to its name. Ruthless and menacing, these Canadian metal titans have cultivated and redefined the phrase, “Fuck Pussy Metal”.

Founded in 2004, Without Mercy has gone from strength to strength over the years. They released their first EP “All Else Fails” in 2007 completely independently and used its humble beginnings to start the catapulting of performances, internet presence and radio play. In 2009, Without Mercy went on to record their self-titled full length album using the same team that worked on records by Devin Townsend, Mudvayne, and Marilyn Manson. Without Mercy rode the attention wave of their self-titled debut, using the escalation to begin a relentless performance schedule that would lead them far from their hometown and include over 200 live performances. No stranger to tenacity, in only a few short years Without Mercy have achieved; being the only indie metal band in Western Canada to have two tracks available on Rock Band 3, being featured in Tattoo Savage Magazine, and pioneering the phrases, ‘You Smell Like A Bitch’ and ‘Fuck Pussy Metal’ – which have now become synonymous with the band.

In 2014, Without Mercy unleashed third studio release, “Reborn”. Another massive evolution for the band, Without Mercy sought to bring back the organic metal sound and combine it with a high production standard. Fast forward to 2016, some line up changes with a new vocalist and bassist, the band is ready to share with fans re-recorded material from ‘Reborn’ on their new EP ‘Mouichido’ that even features Chimaira vocalist Mark Hunter on their track ‘In Waves’. The EP is set to be unleashed on May 27th, 2016 and will be supported with a steady rotation of touring and appearances across Canada and the USA. All of course, independently.

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0 NEWS: Sentimental Gentlemen Are “Kickin’ Stones” Across Canada In Their 2016 Tour April – May

April 5, 2016
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Sentimental Gentlemen Are “Kickin’ Stones” Across Canada In Their 2016 Tour April – May

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L-R: Rob Eustis (Drums), Mackenzie Walas (Vocals and Guitar), Jeremy Connell (Bass), Joe Howes (Guitar)

Photo credit: Meaghan Baxter Photography

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Fort McMurray, AB rock and roll quartet Sentimental Gentlemen are embarking on their flagship tour across Canada in April and May. Their kick-off was April 1 in their hometown and the Cross Canada Tour is continued until May. The gents traverse over the course of 31 dates from western Canada to the east coast and plan to hit both major cities and small ones.

April 5 – Regina, SK – O’Hanlon’s
April 8 – Brandon, MB – North HIll Inn
April 9 – Winnipeg, MB – Shannon’s Irish Pub
April 11 – Thunder Bay, ON – The Foundry
April 13 – Timmins, ON – The Victory Tavern
April 15 – North Bay, ON – Raven & Republic
April 16 – Colborne, ON – The Queens Hotel
April 18 – Montreal, QC – Barfly
April 21 – Quebec City, QC – TBA
April 22 – Fredericton, NB – TBA
April 23 – Saint John, NB – Pub Down Under
April 24 – Charlottetown, PEI – Baba’s
April 27 – Halifax, NS – Gus’ Pub
April 29 – St. John’s, NL – The Levee
May 4 – Corner Brook, NL – Flynn’s Pub
May 5 – Stephenville, NL – Clancy’s Pub
May 9 – Moncton, NB – Plan B
May 12 – Montreal, QC – Barfly
May 13 – Ottawa, ON – TBA
May 14 – Cornwall, ON – Lola’s
May 17 – Oshawa, ON – The Atria
May 20 – London, ON – The Dominion House
May 21 – Windsor, ON – Villains
May 26 – Sudbury, ON – The Townehouse
May 27 – Sault Ste. Marie, ON – Loplop’s
May 29 – Kenora, ON – Norman Community Club

1. Kickin’ Stones

2. I’ll Be

3. All Makes Sense

4. To Forget The Rain

5. UFOs

6. Perfect Storm Part 1

7. Perfect Storm Part 2

8. Guess This Is Living

9. The Hand That Feeds

10. Farewell To The River

About:
Founding members Joe Howes (lead guitar) and Mackenzie Walas (lead vocals) met at an open mic night at a local tavern in Canada’s northern oil patch of Fort McMurray, Alberta in early 2013. Playing music was an outlet to get away from the busy lifestyle of a thriving boom-town. After playing songs together until they closed the place, it was certain that this was the start of a great musical friendship. Mackenzie had been performing around town and was looking to start a band. Joe had recently moved to town and had yet to meet anyone who shared his passion for rock music and performing.

They were dedicated to forming a band that wrote great songs and could match that quality on stage. Their songwriting process reflects the personality of the band. Laid back with a sense of motivated purpose for finding something new yet familiar, while trying not be limited by the influences of other genres…and having a whole lot of fun while doing it. Powerful raspy vocals with multiple harmonies, big guitar solos and heavy drums are the tools they use to find their sound. Bands like the Foo Fighters, Kings of Leon, Big Wreck, but also Stevie Ray Vaughn, ZZ Top, and the Eagles can be heard as influences.

At the very same open mic night, a few months later, they met Handsome Rob (drums) and with the help of some friends, the band released its self-titled debut, a 6-song EP in February of 2014. After recruiting Jeremy Connell (bass), the band’s line-up was complete. Since then, they have been pouring the pavement, performing at a variety of events in the Wood Buffalo region and across Alberta. The band has had the privilege of sharing the stage with The Sheepdogs, The Trews, and Trooper to name a few.

In November 2014, they began recording their new album at Sound Extractor Studios in Edmonton, AB. They wanted to capture the excitement and energy of their live shows, so most tracks were recorded live to retain their on-stage chemistry. “Kicking’ Stones” was released as the band’s first single and they filmed their first music video in support during the summer of 2015. The new album titled “The Devil’s in the Details” was released on September 26th, 2015. They plan on touring Canada in support of their record in the spring of 2016.

In the meantime, the Gentlemen continue playing a bunch of shows for awesome people, and writing new tunes for a future album as they plan for their upcoming Cross Canada Tour.

For more info, please visit http://www.SentimentalGentlemen.com.

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0 NEWS: Canadian 80’s Thrashers AGGRESSION USA West Coast Tour Dates; Announce New Bass Player Martin Meyer (ex-Disciples of Power, Life Against Death, The Golers)

April 5, 2016
by Asher
· Aggression · Music News

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Canadian 80’s Thrashers AGGRESSION USA West Coast Tour Dates; Announce New Bass Player Martin Meyer (ex-Disciples of Power, Life Against Death, The Golers)

(Photo Credit: Shimon Karmel)

Song Stream – Metal Slaughter – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZLdgSrz8ag

June 11 – Vancouver, BC @ The Rickshaw Theater
June 17 – Seattle, WA @ Substation
June 18 – Bremerton, WA @ The Charleston
June 19 – Portland, OR @ Ash Street Saloon
June 20 – Eugene, OR @ Old Nick’s Pub
June 21 – San Francisco, CA @ The Elbo Room
June 22 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Lexington
June 23 – Las Vegas, NV @ OMD Theater
June 24 – TBA
June 25 – TBA
June 26 – Spokane, WA @ The Pin

Canadian 80’s thrashers AGGRESSION announce they will be hitting the road this summer for their USA ‘Demons of West Coast Tour’ in support of their latest album ‘Fractured Psyche Demons’ released during August 2015 on Galy Records.

“As the Aggression accelerated journey to hell continues, I couldn’t be more excited about our upcoming promotional tour of the USA West Coast hitting cities that have been filled with Aggression fans since day 1. Back in the 80’s, we sold most of our demos in the L.A./San Fran market and it will be great to see some of these metal fans out there. Let’s thrash the West Coast – old school style!” comments founding member Denis Sasquatch Barthe.

In additional news, AGGRESSION is proud to announce new band member bassist Martin Meyer (ex-Disciples of Power, Life Against Death) who replaces original bass player Yves “Dug” Duguay.
Denis Sasquatch Barthe comments “The band lives in Vancouver on the West coast. Dug lives in Montreal on the East coast so that was working against us to begin with. We did a tour through Ontario and Quebec with him last spring and I think it was just too much for him. He’s been dealing with some health issues for a few years now. We all wish him the best.”

Meyer comments on joining the band “So there I was enjoying some time off from music. Having spent the better part of 30 years touring and playing in bands like the Golers, Life Against Death, this all after having my first taste of the music life with Disciples of Power all them years ago. Anyhow, like I said, I was enjoying my time off, then an old buddy of mine says to me “hey, ya wanna play a couple shows?”. So I say to myself “You should go have some fun” Well..here we are now, some time later and I say to myself. “Hey… These guys are alright, I think I’ll stick around””.

Track Listing:

1) Defenders Of The Old (brand new)

2) Cut Your Sins Off (brand new)

3) Sick And Disturbed (brand new)

4) Metal Slaughter 2015 (new version)

5) Mutilator/Beware Of The Scarecrow (from never released 1986 demo)

6) Forsaken Survival (from never released 1986 demo)

7) Bloody Massacre Carnival (from never released 1986 demo)

8) Blaspheming At The Altar (from 1985 demo)

9) Evil Pox (from 1985 demo)

10) Metal Slaughter (from 1985 demo)

11) Torment Or Death (from 1985 demo)

About AGGRESSION:

Fast forward to 2005. The 1986 AGGRESSION’s unreleased album Forgotten Skeleton gets unleashed and sees the band reunite at Montreal Metal Massacre fest 2005. Unable to commit to anything more than a few reunion shows, it was decided that the band would be put to rest once more. In the summer of 2014, band founder Denis Sasquatch Barthe hand picked players around him to breathe life back into Aggression. Changing home base from Montreal, QC to Vancouver, BC, Sasquatch recruited vocalist Brian Langley (from Toronto Thrash metal legends Infernal Majesty), bassist Martin Meyer (ex-Disciples of Power, Life Against Death), guitarist Dave Watson (Entropia) and Ryan Murray Idris (Expain) on drums. Since that time, the band has been its most active ever. In 2015, the band toured and co-headlined a number of festivals and select cities throughout North America along with releasing their first album of new material in 27 years entitled ‘Fractured Psyche Demons’ via Galy Records.

Discography:

*band line up for recordings was Denis Sasquatch Barthe (guitar and backup vocals), Botcher (vocals), Burn (guitar), Dug (bass) and Gate (drums and backup vocals).

*1985 – *4 track demo

*1986 – *Live (14 track live album)

*1986 -* 4 Track demo

*1986 – Forgotten Skeleton (originally recorded in 1986 and later released in 2004)

1987 – The Full Treatment (full length) – band lineup for The Full Treatment was Denis Sasquatch Barthe (guitar and backup vocals), Cactus Pete (vocals) Dug (bass and backup vocals) and Gate (drums and backup vocals)

For more info on Aggression, please visit the following links:

https://www.facebook.com/AGGRESSION85

https://twitter.com/Aggression85

http://www.reverbnation.com/aggression85

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0 NEWS: VESPERIA Sign w/ Fatal Illness Management + Cross Canada Tour (April 4-24) w/ KALMAH

March 23, 2016
by Asher
· Music News · Vesperia

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VESPERIA Sign w/ Fatal Illness ManagementCross Canada Tour (April 4-24) w/ Finnish Masters KALMAH

L-R – Casey Elliott (Guitar), Morgan Rider (Vocals, Bass), Frankie Caracci (Guitar), Dylan Gowan (Drums)

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EP Stream – The Iron Tempests – Listen here.

Music Video – The Western Tempests – Watch here.

After a hectic 2015, which included 3 tours, a new EP, a music video, an appearance at Wacken Open Air and being crowned the International Wacken Champions, Canada’s VESPERIA have rung in 2016 by signing a management agreement with California-based Fatal Illness Management.

Manager Eric Dow comments: “Fatal Illness Management is proud to add VESPERIA to our roster. Everyone involved in this partnership has great passion for this genre of music and we are very confident of the success we will have together. We have big plans in the works so be on the lookout for this epic onslaught.”

For more info on Fatal Illness Management, please visit the following link: https://www.facebook.com/fatalillnessmanagement

In additional news, VESPERIA will be supporting Finnish metal mastersKALMAH‘s 2016 cross Canada tour from April 4th – 24th (dates listed below) plus finishing up their recording of their new album to follow up to 2015’s ‘The Iron Tempests’ EP. The album is being recorded at Blue Sound & Music Studios in Toronto, Canada with engineer/ producer Russ Mackay (Mastodon, Iron Maiden, Styx) and will feature an array of famous Canadian guest musicians with the art created by Juno award-winning artist Hugh Syme (Rush, Nevermore, Dream Theater).

VESPERIA launched an Indiegogo campaign to raise over $5,000 to record the new album giving fans many special and unique perks for their contributions, including mead made by the band’s front man Morgan Rider, drinking horns, album pre-releases, the bands stage banners and much more! For all details on contributions, please visit the following link: https://www.indiegogo.com/at/new-vesperia-album

Canadian Tourture 2016 Kalmah & Vesperia

April 4 – Toronto, ON – Hard Luck Bar – Event Info

April 5 – Ottawa, ON – Mavericks – Event info

April 6 – Jonquiere, QC – Les Productions 4 Barils – Event info

April 7 – Rimouski, QC – Salle Desjardins-Telus – Event info

April 8 – Halifax, NS – Gus’ Pub & Grill – Event info

April 9 – Moncton, NB – Esquire Tavern – Event info

April 10 – Quebec, QC – Salle Multi de Méduse – Event info

April 11 – Montreal, QC – Foufounes Electriques – Event info

April 12 – Sherbrooke, QC – Le Murdoch – Event info

April 13 – Drummondville, QC – Salle Gaston-Mandeville – Event info

April 14 – Sudbury, ON – The Asylum – Event info

April 16 – Winnipeg, MB – The Park Theatre (Manitoba Metal Fest) – Event info

April 17 – Regina, SK – The Exchange – Event info

April 18 – Lethbridge, AB – Moose Hall – Event info

April 19 – Edmonton, AB – Starlite Room – Event info

April 20 – Prince George, BC – Generator Cabaret – Event info

April 21 – Vancouver, BC – The Red Room – Event info

April 22 – Victoria, BC – Logan’s Pub – Event info

April 23 – Kelowna, BC – Flashback’s – Event info

April 24 – Calgary, AB – Distortion – Event info

April 26 – Brandon, MB @ North Hill Inn **No Kalmah

April 29 – Timmins, ON @ The Working Class **No Kalmah – Event info

About:

The cloudy beginnings of VESPERIA lay etched in the gorged bodies of former musical projects among the now four-member band. Twisting, writhing and forcing their aural onslaught upon metal audiences across the globe have sincerely ensured the band’s continuity through all the harsh and arduous battles modern metal bands are bound to encounter in their tenures.

Established in 2012 by vocalist/ bassist Morgan Rider, the sound, direction and theme of the music quickly and naturally evolved into the style of fierce and heroic metal the band is now known and praised for.

Shortly after releasing their first full-length album Voyage from Vinland, VESPERIA redefined themselves and further focused their direction with the 2012 demo, The Swordsman. In 2013, the band independently funded and released their 2nd full-length album An Olden Tale, drawing the ears and attention of metal fans around the world and demonstrating their true mastery of their craft. During that same year, the band also independently funded and completed several Canadian tours to support the album.

Early 2015 saw the band enter the studio once again to record some demo material, which would become The Iron Tempests EP. During this time, the band toured Canada from coast to coast and also made an appearance at Wacken Open Air in Germany, where they won the title of 2015 International Wacken Battle Champions, a second time win for the band’s frontman, Morgan.

With their most fierce music written to date and a bounty of opportunity awaiting, VESPERIA continue to hungrily eye 2015 as the year they will make their mark upon the Earth.

For more info, please visit the following links:

http://www.vesperiametal.com

http://facebook.com/vesperiametal

http://twitter.com/vesperiametal

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0 NEWS: RED SKIES Announce April Show Dates; Release Music Video ‘New Voice’; New Album Out ‘Iron Sun’

March 15, 2016
by Asher
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RED SKIES Announce Quebec April Show Dates; New Music Video ‘New Voice’

Left to right: Charles Legault (Lead Guitar) | Tevan Crooks (Bass) | Cody Dodds (Vocals) | Justin Furtado (Vocals/Rhythm Guitar) | Max Wilk (Drums/Piano) – Photo credit: David Afriat

From humble beginnings in 2012, Montreal, QC’s RED SKIES has come together to create a musical style of their own with nothing but their creativity to limit them. Unleashing their latest album 2015’s ‘Iron Sun’ plus recently premiering their their music video ‘New Voice’ via SkullsNBones.com, the band is proud to announce they will be performing a local show date on April 7th at Pirnaha Bar and April 22nd will be performing in Levis, QC at Bar Le Cluster.

Upcoming Dates:

April 7 – Montreal, QC @ Piranha Bar – Event info w/ Feels Like Home, WKFLD, Fayne & Hope In Misery

April 22 – Levis, QC @ Bar Le Cluster – w/ Feels Like Home, Get The Shot & Hour of Defiance

To watch ‘New Voice’, please visit the following links: SkullsnBones.com| Youtube

Album Stream – https://redskies.bandcamp.com/album/iron-sun

CD Order – here. Digital iTunes here.

1. Permian Era (1:31)

2. New Voice (3:08)

3. Rough Sleepers (5:20)

4. Hemlock (4:46)

5. Sonder (2:14)

6. Concept Citizen (4:01)

7. Norrin Radd (4:55)

8. Apostle (4:47)

9. Iron Sun (4:06)

About:

The end of a time and the beginnings of something greater; that is what Red Skies stands for and what its name means to the band members that make up its sound.

From humble beginnings in 2012, the group came together to create a musical style of their own with nothing but their creativity to limit them. Fast, catchy and heavy, their E.P. Identitas (2013) stands as a testament to their reputation as a staple of the Montreal music scene. In the short amount of time the band has been around, they already had the chance to share the stage with many established acts, including: Architects, Enter Shikari, The Acacia Strain, Stray From the Path, Volumes, Being as an Ocean, My Ticket Home, Amity Affliction, For the Fallen Dreams, Obey the Brave, Heartist, Smash Hit Combo, Your Memorial, The Plot in You, The Contortionist, Counterparts, Fit For An Autopsy, Intervals and many more.

In 2014, their hard work was recognized by a large panel of judges coming from all corners of the music industry (Evenko, Extensive Enterprises, The Gazette, Asher Media Relations, etc.) at the “En Route Vers Heavy MTL” contest, during which the band made it all the way to the finals at Virgin Mobile Corona Theatre, under overwhelming participation from the crowd and positive feedback from the judges.

Red Skies continues to push the limits of their identity and sound, striving to create a place for their art and a name for themselves. Their debut record “Iron Sun” (10/13/15) has already received many critical acclaims and keeps doing so as the band spreads their fresh new sound to the masses.

For more info, please visit http://artistecard.com/redskiesmtl.

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