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0 NEWS: Out Today! Vancouver’s Progressive Metallers id. Release Debut EP ‘Sagittarius A’

February 10, 2015
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· id

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Montreal, QC – February 10, 2015

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Out Today! Vancouver’s Progressive Metallers id. Release Debut EP ‘Sagittarius A’

EP Stream – Sagittarius A – https://idmusic9.bandcamp.com/album/sagittarius-a

Vancouver, BC’s id., a multi-layered metal force with its progressive, heavy and catharsis songwriting inspired by Sigmund Freud’s theory on the levels of the human psyche are proud to unleash their debut EP ‘Sagittarius A’, out today, Feb 10, 2015. The EP is an introduction of the band’s subconscious tendencies touching on topics such as inner struggle, world views, self-awareness to what’s beyond in outer space. With more songs in their arsenal for a full length to follow this EP and influenced by bands such as Opeth, Mastodon, Devin Townsend, Gojira, and Augury, id is sharing with metallers what’s to come as they push forward to put themselves on the map. Employing a style that is different compared to other progressive bands, id. transcend genres with a line up of Vancouver metal scene veterans that includes lyricist and vocalist Jason Pennington (Makaria), drummer Kris DeBoer (Grudge, Infernal Majesty, Artep), rhythm guitarist Tyson Araszewski (AutumnEx) and guitarist Alex Dubreuil (My Own Chaos) who also does bass on the EP.

The EP is now available for purchase at the following link here.

Vocalist Jason Pennington comments:

“We’re happy to share our debut EP with our new fans! Check it out it! It’ll make you explore the exposition of human emotion. It speaks of metaphors that interpret our actions. Enjoy \m/” comments vocalist Jason Pennington.

Track Listing – id. – Sagittarius A

1. The Greatest Secret Never Told (3:58)

2. Humanity’s Cry (5:36)

3. id.entity (6:01)

4. Sagittarius A (5:57)

EP Length: 21:34

In additional news, id. will be performing their CD launch show later this week on February 14th for The Invisible Orange’s Anti-Valentine’s Day Massacre at Funky Winkerbeans in Vancouver, BC alongside Unbeheld, Harvest The Infection and Baryon. For tickets and show details please visit the following link here.

Band Fact: The story behind the EP Title: ‘Sagittarius A’ is the name of the black hole in the center of our galaxy. The idea comes from a fundamental belief in a scientific world view, free of religious influence and tyranny. It outlines how people are susceptible to believe things without evidence if it appeals to their vanity, as opposed to being presented with evidence and being able to accept something that is inherently contradictory to their intuition.

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““As hard hitting as Opeth and as guttural as you can be, while still maintaining the complexity of progressive music.” – DJ Vengeance, Midlands Metalheads Radio

“Progressive Metal band id. and their brand new EP, entitled Sagittarius A, which will take you on a relatively short but very interesting expedition through several music genres, from World Music to Death Metal. Longtime fans of Opeth, Gojira and Mastodon will quickly fall in love with id., while others might be positively surprised with the depth offered in the music by this Vancouver-based group.” – The Headbanging Moose

“it is metal at its most beautiful. Reminding me very much of Opeth, Sagittarius A is melodic and moving. There are emotional tempo and tone changes, particularly in the track Humanity’s Cry. I love that Saggitarius A takes you on an exciting, emotional journey with its dark melodies and heavy vocals. At just four tracks, it’s a short yet satisfying listen, leaving you feeling like you’ve completed a great journey with some wonderful music” – Metal Head Blog

“This EP had me impressed.” – Canadian Beats

0 NEWS: Canadian Rednecks THEM COUNTY BASTARDZ Premiere New Track ‘The Bastard’ On MetalNationRadio.com

February 9, 2015
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· Them County Bastardz

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Canadian Rednecks THEM COUNTY BASTARDZ Premiere New Track ‘The Bastard’ On MetalNationRadio.com

New Album ‘Sick Daze’ Due Out Feb 24th via Smokehouse Records

Canadian rednecks THEM COUNTY BASTARDZ have teamed up with Metal Nation Radio for an exclusive song premiere of their new track ‘The Bastard’ from their upcoming album ‘Sick Daze’ due out Feb 24th via Smokehouse Records.

“Bastardz get a bad rep so find one, crack some beers and check this tune out. Cheers to Trev and the rest of your crew at Metal Nation for their support.” comments drummer Jim Kay.

To check out ‘The Bastard’, please visit the following link: http://metalnationradio.ca/county-bastardz-exclusive-song-stream-bastard/

About:

Them County Bastardz keep it simple! They are local dudes from Essex County (an hour south of Windsor/ Detroit area) who are in it to make old school metal with back forty rock and having fun while doing it! Their upcoming debut album ‘Sick Daze’ is due out February 24, 2015 via Smokehouse Records. Produced by Chris Towle and TBC plus mastered by Chuck Carvaalho, ‘Sick Daze’ features seven tracks inspired by true stories and experiences of the band living life in the county, so crack open a beer, get ready to rock out and have a good time.

Fun Fact: The album title Sick Daze refers to when you take a Monday off work because you are still feeling the weekend fun.

Track Listing – Sick Daze:
1. Drive By (4:48)
2. In The County (4:33)
3. Buzz Kill (4:03)
4. It’s Not Metal (0:25)
5. Metal For Mark (5:25)
6. The Bastard (4:23)
7. Rise Up (3:58)
Album Length: 27:38

Album & Live Band Line Up:
Andrew Watson – Vocals
Mike Rennie – Rhythm guitar
Jim Kay – Drums
Tyler Wickham – Bass
Brien Alexander – Lead Guitar

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

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“Country goes metal – One of the more inventive musical acts to hit the local circuit in recent years is Them County Bastardz “T.C.B”, based in Leamington.This screamo quintet combines beer-swilling, redneck swagger with Pantera-like intensity.” – Windsor Star

“Get ready to fist-pump, “Sick Daze,” the new album from the old schoolin’ and good timin’ band, Them County Bastardz, is just what we’ve been looking for…a great metal album, with great technical playing and vocals all wrapped up in a raw, southern fried vibe. Plus, its also a damn good time. With hints of Pantera, Hell Yeah, Godsmack and a healthy heaping of southern rock, Them County Bastardz have made an album that you can throw on, crack a beer and fits pump and head bang too. Hell, if you feel like it, air guitar to the sick guitar solos on tracks like, “Buzzkill” “The Bastard” “Rise Up” and “Drive By.” Just buckle up and enjoy, what in this humble Bro’s opinion, is a damn good album. With a Bro-Metal rating of, 8/10, Them County Bastardz, have a hit on their hands. With a release date of, 2.24.15, go pre-order, “Sick Daze,” and get ready for hell raising, beer drinking, metal glory.” – Bro-Metal

0 NEWS: Live Footage: Mr. Goshness Performing ‘Resolutions’ At Tiger Mountain Music

February 5, 2015
by Asher
· Mr. Goshness

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Montreal, QC – February 5, 2015

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Live Footage: Mr. Goshness Performing ‘Resolutions’ At Tiger Mountain Music

Photo Credit – Vic Kirby

Live Video – Resolutions – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=78MdN_FEkuE

Resolutions – Bandcamp Free Download:https://mrgoshness.bandcamp.com/track/resolutions

Resolutions – Soundcloud Free Download: https://soundcloud.com/mr-goshness/resolutions

Resolutions – Youtube Song Stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8lkMUj-Tf1c&list=UU56ea_gBC5QHnedAXc4pBWQ

Album Stream – A Guide To All Things Twisted –http://mrgoshness.bandcamp.com/album/a-guide-to-all-things-twisted

British Columbia’s indie music scene darlings Mr. Goshness are releasing a live video of their song ‘Resolutions’ recorded by Josh McNair and Greg Weller at Tiger Mountain Music. Filming took place the night of their cd release party and captured their pleasant on stage demeanor. Kaliandra gracefully breaks up the song to pick up the pace and lead viewers deeper into the music. ‘Resolutions’ is all about timing used in combination with every element of the band (Keyboard, guitar, and vocals) to showcase the complexity of the song.

“Our album release party was an incredible night that none of us will ever forget, playing ‘Resolutions’ was a special part of the night as that song starts off a lot more intimate than our other songs. This song can be quite challenging to play live so there was a lot of rehearsal time spent getting the song just right.” – Mark Tardif

The video can be seen here.

About:

Mr. Goshness aren’t afraid to go in several directions, showing off their influence from many different genres to maintain a sound all their own. Their album is a powerful and fearless twelve track experience full of catchy vocals, heavy guitars, creative arrangements and intelligent musicianship as they evolve to give fans an entertaining stage show. Producer Jim Blair describes them as “a deranged cocktail of pop, progressive metal, and Kurt Weil show tunes.”.

‘A Guide To All Things Twisted’ is now available on iTunes and Bandcamp.

Track Listing: Mr. Goshness – A Guide To All Things Twisted

71 (3:49)
Sea Of Slumbers (3:28)
For The Cause! (3:28)
Resolutions (5:04)
Drank Too Much Wine (3:59)
The Nervous Kind (3:16)
Shine And Recover (3:25)
Five Personalities (5:52)
Jealous John (3:52)
Blind (4:02)
Two Thousand Pieces (3:36)
A Guide To All Things Twisted (5:19)

Album Length: 49:16

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

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“Resolutions” is all over the place musically, but it somehow comes together to form peaceful chaos.” – Magnet Magazine

“Taking influence from many different genres, Mr. Goshness isn’t afraid to go in several directions, all while maintaining its own sound. Whether it’s Kaliandra Capri’s and Mark Tardif’s pristine vocal harmonies, Aidaen Carson”s keyboard wizardry, or Zack Friend and Myles Dunne’s tight grooves, Mr. Goshness continues to evolve and grow. Catchy vocals, heavy guitars and creative arrangements are abundant on their debut album “A Guide To All Things Twisted.”…twelve powerful and fearless tracks,” – Count Yourself In Media

“a deranged cocktail of pop, progressive metal, and Kurt Weil show tunes.” – Jim Blair (Producer)

“As one who for decades has deeply appreciated unabashed symphonic exploration and grandiose statements within rock and pop, an approach to making music such as that displayed by Mr. Goshness pleases me no end.” – David Morrison at The Freelance Writer

“The theatrical pomp of Muse; Elfman’s dizzying orchestrations; the power-pop perfection of Jellyfish; the Fab Four’s melodic genius, and Mother Mother’s big, contemporary pop hooks are all over this brilliant offering.” – David Morrison at The Freelance Writer

“I cherish bands who follow their own tune and take risks in the name of originality — so kudos, Mr. Goshness.” – Mark Anthony Brennan at Ride The Tempo

0 NEWS: Exclaim! Premiere Drummer Sean Lang’s New Video ‘Dyatlov’ From Prog Metal Project SEVEN YEAR STORM

February 4, 2015
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· Sean Lang · Sean Lang (Drummer) - Seven Year Storm

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Montreal, QC – February 4, 2015

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RIYL (Recommended If You Like) – Chimp Spanner, Planet X, Animals As Leaders, Cloudkicker

Exclaim! Premiere Drummer Sean Lang’s New Video ‘Dyatlov’ From Prog Metal Project SEVEN YEAR STORM

EP ‘Aion I’ Due Out Feb 24th; Offers FREE DOWNLOAD of ‘Dyatlov’

Video – Dyatlov – http://exclaim.ca/Music/article/seven_year_storm-dyatlov_video

FREE DOWNLOAD – ‘Dyatlov’ – https://sevenyearstorm.bandcamp.com/track/dyatlov-single

Seven Year Storm – Aion I – Teaser – http://youtu.be/LNSJpSOB7iw

Limited Edition CD pre-order – https://sevenyearstorm.bandcamp.com/album/aion-i

Seven Year Storm, the Vancouver-based instrumental progressive metal band created by freelance drummer / instructor Sean Lang with added support from guitar-wizard and good friend Dean Lamb (Archspire) has teamed up with Exclaim! Magazine to premiere the latest video for ‘Dyatlov’ from the upcoming EP ‘Aion I’, due out on Feb 24th as the first of two EPs set for release in 2015. A pre-order for a limited edition ‘Aion I’ CD is available here.

“Inspired by the bizarre otherworldly events of the Dyatlov Pass Incident, this track (as well as the EP,Aion I) was never really meant to be released…until people heard it, demanded its release, and made it happen with a crowdfunding campaign. This instrumental track packs a punch, thanks to Archspire’s masterful guitar wizard Dean Lamb, who is featured throughout Aion I. I’m honoured to premiere the video for my track “Dyatlov” on exclaim.ca!”

To watch ‘Dyatlov’, please visit the following link here.

To get your free download of ‘Dyatlov’, please visit the following link here.

To watch a teaser video for ‘Aion I’, please visit the following link here.

Track Listing: Aion I

1. Morphogenesis 4:58

2. Dyatlov 4:28

3. Virtue 4:30

4. Nazca Lines 5:23

5. Blue Car Syndrome 6:47

EP Length: 26:08

About:

Initially never planning to release his music compositions beyond the borders of just song writing, freelance drummer / instructor Sean Lang was urged by his circle of musician friends whom heard his material to take his creativity to the next level.

The outcome is Seven Year Storm, which showcases Lang’s unique sound, music arrangements written entirely by him plus guitarist Dean Lamb (Archspire) whom handles all of the mind-bending guitar leads and solos. Everything comes together into songs that are tight and heavy, melodic and groovy, technical yet memorable.

To get these works of art off the studio floor, Lang launched an Indiegogo campaign (video can be viewed here) to raise the necessary investment to complete the first collection of songs, which will be released in 2015 as two EPs: Aion I and Aion II.

For more info, please visit the following link: www.seanlang.com.

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“Combining atmospheric keyboards and djenty rhythms, and adding a slight touch of jazz rock and loads of melody, this EP should definitely appeal to fans of modern progressive music….the musicianship and songwriting is top notch, and the production is also extremely professional for a self-released EP. The production nicely allows for the sweeping layers of sound to shine through in a balanced and harmonic way. I definitely hope to hear more from Lang in the future. “Aion I” should appeal to fans of Animals As Leaders, Chimp Spanner, and Planet X.” – Metal Music Archives

0 NEWS: Solo Rock Musician MILO MCMAHON Announces Ontario / Quebec Tour Dates

January 28, 2015
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Montreal, QC – January 28, 2015

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Solo Rock Musician MILO MCMAHON Announces Ontario / Quebec Tour Dates

EP Stream – Gone Too Long – http://exclaim.ca/Music/article/milo_mcmahon-gone_too_long_ep_stream

Video – Buyin’ A Truck – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1hWLfqoGjJI

Video – Big City Hustle – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0VYK1zsdVbY

Montreal based solo rock musician Milo McMahon is proud to announce he will be hitting the road at the beginning of March (dates listed below) in support of his latest EP‘Gone Too Long’ released last October to follow up his first release of 2014, the self-produced debut album ‘Big City Hustle’.

“The last 12 months have been a whirlwind, and the reaction to Gone Too Long EP has been amazing. The live show is our bread and butter, so we’re really excited to get back on the road and bring these songs to life.” comments McMahon.

With his infectious stage presence, impressive guitar playing and powerful voice, McMahon has harvested a following of enthusiastic fans from across Canada with two releases in one year. His most recent, the three song EP ‘Gone Too Long’ was produced by Dave Newfeld (Broken Social Scene, Super Furry Animals) and features performances by Joseph Yarmush of Suuns along with Lisa Iwanycki Moore of Blood & Glass. His debut album, ‘Big City Hustle’ released in March of 2014 explores the dichotomy of the struggle to make it as a successful musician in downtown Toronto along with his second life: that of a tree planter in the wilds of Northern Canada where he spent over two years living in a tent in the Canadian wilderness planting over one million trees.

The youngest of five, Milo was born at home in Dublin, Ireland but relocated to wintry Winnipeg, MB shortly after where he developed a love of all things Canadian: canoeing, hockey and rock n’ roll. Early memories of Guns n’ Roses on the living room hi-fi, Neil Young’s Harvest Moon on long car rides and later, the Red Hot Chili Peppers on repeat on his first Walkman have certainly left an impression on the 27-year-old singer/songwriter, whose refreshing brand of garage rock produces songs that are both musically innovative and lyrically engaging.

1. Gone Too Long (2:58)
2. Come Get Me Eyes (2:49)
3. Buyin’ A Truck (3:01)

EP Length: 8:49

Show Dates

Mar 4 – Kingston, ON – Musiikki Cafe

Mar 5 – Peterborough, ON – The Spill w/ Kyle Chivers & Television Road

Mar 6 – Guelph, ON – Senti Lodge

Mar 7 – Hamilton, ON – Homegrown Hamilton

Mar 8 – Stoney Creek, ON – Chuggy’s (4pm show)

Mar 10 – Simcoe, ON – Simcoe Little Theatre

Mar 11 – Toronto, ON – The Painted Lady w/ Sam Klass

Mar 13 – Sudbury, ON – The Townehouse

Mar 14 – Wakefield, QC – Kaffe

Mar 15 – Ottawa, ON – Rainbow Room

Mar 17 – Montreal, QC – Casa Del Popolo w/ Harvest Soon & The Nursery

May 2015 (Date TBA) – Toronto , ON – Canadian Music Week

For more info, please visit these following links:

http://www.milomcmahon.com

http://www.facebook.com/milomcmahon

http://www.twitter.com/milomcmahon

http://www.youtube.com/milomcmahonmusic

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“I would have to say that you owe it to yourself to see Milo and his band. It is absolutely a must-see act if you love rock music and want to see an up-and-comer playing the style the way it should be played: with energy and integrity.” – Hot Soupe

“We can feel Milo’s talent in his music, and the energy that his band brings to the act. The vocalist and frontman Milo is definitely a talented singer – he has a very nice and soothing voice, with a wide vocal range. There is definitely a lot of potential to move up for this Montreal musician.” – (Live Review) – The Scene Mag

“The first track, “Gone Too Long”, is both melodic and catchy with some fairly awesome flute playing. The second track, “Come Get Me Eyes”, a little more rock than the first track, is equally as catchy. The guitar and bass, along with the lyrics, really stand out on this track. The last track, “Buyin’ a Truck”, is a fun song about missing somebody. I can see it being a good sing-along tune as well.” – Bucketlist Music Reviews

“Big City Hustle is definitely one of the more interesting eclectic I’ve heard in a while…. It takes a lot of courage to make a concept album, especially to do one alone, and McMahon grabs the bull by the horns with full-force. This album shows the beginnings of a very promising musical career and should not be overlooked.” – The Scene Mag

0 NEWS: THEM COUNTY BASTARDZ Offer Free Download ‘Drive By’ On PureGrainAudio.com

January 27, 2015
by Asher
· Them County Bastardz

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THEM COUNTY BASTARDZ Offer Free Download ‘Drive By’ On PureGrainAudio.com

New Album ‘Sick Daze’ Due Out Feb 24th via Smokehouse Records

Canadian rednecks THEM COUNTY BASTARDZ have teamed up withPureGrainAudio.com for an exclusive FREE download of their new track ‘Drive By’from their upcoming album ‘Sick Daze’ due out Feb 24th via Smokehouse Records.

Head on over to the following link and get a taste of Them County Bastardz! http://puregrainaudio.com/audio/them-county-bastardz-drive-by-exclusive-free-song-download

About:

Fun Fact: The album title Sick Daze refers to when you take a Monday off work because you are still feeling the weekend fun.

Album & Live Band Line Up:
Andrew Watson – Vocals
Mike Rennie – Rhythm guitar
Jim Kay – Drums
Tyler Wickham – Bass
Brien Alexander – Lead Guitar

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

0 NEWS: Feb 27 – Edmonton – Farmageddon Fundraiser With Mongol, Tyrant, Black Collar, Ravage Red

January 23, 2015
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· Farmageddon

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Montreal, QC – January 2014

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Feb 27 – Edmonton – Farmageddon Fundraiser With Mongol, Tyrant, Black Collar, Ravage Red

Western Canada’s Loudest Open Air Metal Fest Returns June 11 – 14

2015 Band Applications – http://www.farmageddon.ca/bands

Volunteer Application – http://www.farmageddon.ca/volunteer

Pre-Sale Tickets – http://www.farmageddon.ca/tickets

Video Teaser – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNWDl13kWQo

Some of Edmonton’s finest metal bands are teaming up with Revolver Productions to help raise money for Farmageddon 2015, Western Canada’s loudest open air metal festival that will be hosting its third annual edition from June 11-14 in Ryley, AB (80 KM East of Edmonton) with a line up of over 30 bands from across the country and beyond..

Last year’s festival saw Havok headline with a powerhouse line up that included Wretched, Sanktuary, Ironstorm, Psychotic Gardening, Death Toll Rising, Scythia, Kyoktys and many more.

The fundraiser will be taking place on February 27th at Rendez Vous in Edmonton. There will be ticket giveaways to the fest plus much more swag to win!

Presently Farmageddon is taking submissions from bands interested in performing at the festival at the following application link here. Deadline to apply is Feb 15, 2015. In addition, the festival is looking for volunteers. Applicants can apply here.

Expected 2015 Attendance: 1000-1500, 2014 attendance: 700

Event Details:

Date: February 27, 2015

Venue: The Rendezvous Pub, 10108 149st NW

Admission $10

Doors: 8:00 pm

Bands: 9:00 pm
Revolver Productions
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With

Farmageddon Open Air
http://www.farmageddon.ca

Presents

Mongol (Devon, AB)
https://www.facebook.com/MongolCanada

Forged in the frozen bowels of Devon, Alberta, by members, Tegri, Zev, and Bourchi. The folk metal act “Mongol”, pays homage to the Mongolian Empire of old. Blending heavy melodic riffs, with an array of folk instruments, and Asian harmonies, Mongol creates a sound that stands apart from any other Folk Metal band.

Tyrant ( Edmonton, AB)
https://www.facebook.com/tyrantcanada

Tyrant is a five-piece heavy metal band hailing from the small town of Gibbons, Alberta. Influenced by bands like Metallica, As I Lay Dying, Lamb of God, and Sylosis, the band combines modern metal with classic thrash metal. Tyrant’s melodic lead lines, shredding solos and powerful screams create high-energy songs, which bleed into their live show. Tyrant’s live performances include heavy music, lots of head banging, and usually at least one member of the band in the crowd moshing.

Black Collar ( Srpuce Grove, AB)
https://www.facebook.com/BlackCollarBand

Black Collar has a straight up fucked up kind of metal brand that they bring to every show. With a metal sensation that feels like its straight out of the 90’s along side bands like Pantera and Exodus. you will find it hard not to throw down to their tunes while they are on stage.

And

Ravage Red
https://www.facebook.com/RavageRedBand
DEBUT SHOW**

Ravage Red will be making this their Debut show and what a show to play. Ravage Red is a five-piece metal band from the surrounding Edmonton area. Thrash, groove, and overall aggression from Mike (drums), Spencer (guitar), Cody (guitar), Lucas (bass) and Billy (vocals) will leave you no option but to bang your head!

About:

Farmageddon Open- Air was conceived in 2012 by Tyson Travnik whom is recognized in the Alberta metal scene through sound engineering duties and promotional services. After noticing the 70,000 Tons of Metal cruise, Travnik wanted to re-create the intimate setting and host a festival with no internal borders in the Edmonton area.

After two very successful years, Farmageddon Open Air has proven to be one of the most prestigious metal open-air festivals in Canada with quality production that has been highly regarded by bands and patrons alike. The festival falls into a special category with Travnik setting goals of bringing in top-shelf bands that rarely, if ever play Canada. The costs of doing so are reflected in the ticket price with maximum attendance numbers not being something on the agenda. Keeping an intimate setting between the bands and their fans along with growth of the metal sub-culture to aid in promoting some of the hardest working bands in the country is at the forefront of Farmageddon’s priority.

Each year, the festival has hosted over 30 bands, with the request reaching as far as Europe and Asia. Farmageddon prides itself in only selecting the bands that the organizers feel have proven themselves worthy of the festival. This is not based on show attendance figures, but rather by judging the work ethic of the band throughout the previous year. With many new features and additions planned for Farmageddon 2015, organizers are pushing forward to double the attendance numbers from 2014.

Pre-sale tickets info:

For 2015, FARMAGEDDON is an ALL AGES event. The festival strongly suggests that patrons under the age of 18 be under supervision of a guardian over the age of 18. Adults will be issued separate wristbands permitting access to the licensed area. NO ACCESS WILL BE PERMITTED TO THE LICENSED AREA WITHOUT VALIDATION OF GOVERNMENT ISSUED ID! NO EXCEPTIONS!

FARMAGEDDON offers 2 different festival passes for 2015.

DIABLO ($50.00) – A single day pass, only redeemable at the festival grounds on Friday, June 12 2015.

HELLRIDER ($100.00) – 3 days, and 2 nights of heavy metal insanity! Also includes a special souvenir waiting for you at the festival! ALSO includes free admission to any of our warm-up shows in Calgary, Red Deer, or Edmonton on June 11th 2015.

Upon online purchase, tickets will be mailed out, starting Feb. 31 2015 until May 1 2015. They will also be available at the following locations during the same dates:

The Rendevouz Pub (Edmonton)

Blackbyrd Music (Edmonton)

The Soundhouse Guitar & Record Shop (Red Deer)

Lord Nelson’s Bar and Grill (Calgary)

Or call Excalibur Productions at 780-245-0849 to arrange delivery!

FARMAGEDDON ARE CURRENTLY OFFERING A LIMITED NUMBER OF 100 HELLRIDER 3 DAY PASSES AT 20% OFF! THESE WON’T LAST LONG, SO GET ‘EM WHILE THEY’RE HOT!

Camping Registration:

Camping with tents is included with all festival pass purchases, however due to limited space, RV camping is very limited, and will be subject to a $80.00/night fee. The RV must be registered and the fee be paid using the following form, before the vehicle will be admitted into the grounds. If you have not registered, and pre-approved before you arrive to the festival grounds, you will NOT be permitted on the grounds.

For more info on Farmageddon, FAQ’s, please visit http://www.farmageddon.ca/faq/

2014 BILL:
Havok
Wretched
Dark Forest
Sanktuary
Psychotic Gardening
Death Toll Rising
Tyrant’s Demise
Eyam
Without Mercy
Scimitar
Scythia
Vile Insignia
Kyoktys
Gatekrashor
Kryosphere
Eye Of Horus
Mortillery
Ironstorm
Moosifix
Bloated Pig
Armifera
Witch Of The Waste
Monarch Sky
Druidus
Skymir
Hazzerd
Cryptosis
Gales Of Avalon
Mongol
Riot City
Display Of Decay
After Earth
Demise Without Reason
Grendel’s Awakening
Last Horizon
Idolatry
Bleed

Media Partners:

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Crown of Viserys – http://www.crownofviserys.wordpress.com

Loaded Radio – http://www.loadedradio.com

Metal Master Kingdom – http://www.metalmasterkingdom.com

Metal Nation Radio – http://www.metalnationradio.ca

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0 NEWS: Drummer Sean Lang Offers FREE DOWNLOAD of ‘Dyatlov’ From Prog Metal Project SEVEN YEAR STORM

January 23, 2015
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· Sean Lang · Sean Lang (Drummer) - Seven Year Storm

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Montreal, QC – January 23, 2015

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RIYL (Recommended If You Like) – Chimp Spanner, Planet X, Animals As Leaders, Cloudkicker

Drummer Sean Lang Offers FREE DOWNLOAD of ‘Dyatlov’ From Prog Metal Project SEVEN YEAR STORM

EP ‘Aion I’ Due Out Feb 24th

FREE DOWNLOAD – ‘Dyatlov’ – https://sevenyearstorm.bandcamp.com/track/dyatlov-single

Seven Year Storm – Aion I – Teaser – http://youtu.be/LNSJpSOB7iw

Limited Edition CD pre-order – https://sevenyearstorm.bandcamp.com/album/aion-i

Seven Year Storm, the Vancouver-based instrumental progressive metal band created by freelance drummer / instructor Sean Lang with added support from guitar-wizard and good friend Dean Lamb (Archspire) is offering fans a FREE song download of ‘Dyatlov’ from‘Aion I’, the first of two EPs set for release in 2015.

“This is the first single off of ‘Aion I’, entitled “Dyatlov.” It features Dean Lamb of Archspire on lead guitar, and I’m proud to finally release it. I’m making it available for free, so please share it around! ‘Aion I’ drops February 24th.”

To get your free download, please visit the following link here.

Pre-order for a limited edition CD here.

To watch a teaser video for ‘Aion I’, please visit the following link here.

Track Listing: Aion I

1. Morphogenesis 4:58

2. Dyatlov 4:28

3. Virtue 4:30

4. Nazca Lines 5:23

5. Blue Car Syndrome 6:47

EP Length: 26:08

About:

For more info, please visit the following link: www.seanlang.com.

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0 NEWS: THE BODY POLITIC Post Teaser For New Video ‘All Hands’ + Offer FREE Download of EP ‘Egressor’

January 22, 2015
by Asher
· The Body Politic

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Montreal, QC – January 22, 2015

EP PROMOS CAN BE REQUESTED HERE

RIYL: Periphery, Bring Me The Horizon, Protest The Hero

BodyPoliticBand.com | Facebook | Twitter | Reverbnation | Soundcloud

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THE BODY POLITIC Post Teaser For New Video ‘All Hands’ + Offer FREE Download of EP ‘Egressor’

Video Teaser – All Hands – http://youtu.be/viRAxnYNiW8

Nanaimo, BC six-piece powerhouse The Body Politic have posted a teaser for their upcoming music video ‘All Hands’ in support of their latest EP‘Egressor’, which is available for FREE download here.

Drummer Spencer Bowman comments:

“When we began searching for a director for the All Hands music video, it didn’t take us long to come across Emma Higgins. Emma and her team captured the mood of the song and the energy of the band better than we could have hoped for. We had a blast on set, and we’re excited to have the video’s exclusive premiere on MuchMusic!”

To watch the teaser, please visit the following link here. The full video will be exclusively premiered on Much Music on February 25th.

About: The Body Politic’s EP ‘Egressor’ was released September 16th to follow up their 2011 debut album ‘All Too Human’. Taking their name from a Clive Barker short story and shifting gears from jazz (which most of the members studied at Vancouver Island University) to progressive metal, the band combine poly-metric grooves, aggressive screams and soaring vocal melodies to push the boundaries of modern metal music with technically impressive musicianship. Their emotionally charged songs incorporate an element of playfulness that has lead THE BODY POLITIC to stand out in a vast metal crowd and to perform opening slots for Tesseract, Protest The Hero and Scale The Summit plus multiple Western Canadian tours with their evolution.

Guitar Playthrough ‘Armature’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFHtOeTDCg8

Lyric Video ‘Armature’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=52IHxr7UuEI

Free download of ‘Armature’: http://puregrainaudio.com/audio/the-body-politic-armature-free-song-download-exclusive-world-premiere

Track Listing: The Body Politic – Egressor

1. Vitam Agere (2:18)

2. Armature (4:12)

3. All Hands (4:53)

4. Swing For The Fences (4:05)

5. Colqhoun (4:13)

6. Irradiate (4:56)

EP Length: 24:39

For more info, please visit the following links:

http://www.bodypoliticband.com/

http://www.facebook.com/thebodypolitic

http://www.twitter.com/bodypoliticband

http://www.youtube.com/thebodypoliticband

http://instagram.com/thebodypolitic

Band Merch – https://thebodypolitic.bandcamp.com/merch

iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/ca/album/egressor-ep/id915551785

EPK – https://ashermediarelations.com/epks/epk-body-politic-egressor-2014/

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“The Body Politic share a similar desire to take their art in new directions. Opening track “Vitam Agere” is the perfect intro to the EP, short ,modern and original, and something that would work well in film soundtrack. Second track “Armature” shows the band to be technically adroit but not at the expense of song-writing. “All Hands” mixes precision with power, while “Swing For The Fences” shows The Body Politic are very much making music for the 21st century. “Colqhoun” has a raw power to match its melodies. Finishing with the fine “Irradiate,” it’s clear that The Body Politic are a band with the potential to cross over to a wide audience indeed.” – Hellbound

“Watch these prog-metal masters as they rip through “Armature,” a song off of the band’s forthcoming self-released EP, Egressor… If you’re into the likes of Periphery and Protest The Hero, this song will most certainly get your blood flowing. And in all the right directions, you dig?” – Gunshy Assassin

“As sonically savage as it is melodically radiant, Egressor provides one sizeable tempest of aggression, passion, and technical invention which thrusts Canadian progressive metallers The Body Politic into a whole new spotlight. The EP is a furious yet seductive storm which is as accomplished and gripping in its senses ravaging enterprise as it is in its rich croon of melodic and harmonic endeavour. The six track encounter provides a blistering fascination and unpredictable adventure which took a short while to reveal all its glories but emerged as another of the rigorously compelling events of the year….The release impresses in many aspects, the technical craft, explosive adventure to the songwriting, and the striking vocals of Sam Britton the most striking of these.” – Ring Master Review

“This collection of songs is well produced; the clarity and power exuding through the headphones is amazing given that this group are yet to be signed to a major label. A doff of the cap must be made to those who financed and produced this EP. It delivers the intricate collective guitar work expertly with the vocals front and centre. Vocal duties are split with Sam Britton offering the melodic and thoughtful response to the hoarse rasping of Jesse Janzen who also plays bass. Special effects and background sounds come through clearly adding atmosphere and tension where needed…The album provides nourishment for those fans who like to dissect a song’s technical elements as well as fans that enjoy the overall presentation. This is an expertly put together snapshot of the group’s capabilities and this reviewer certainly hopes that it will result in a bit of major label attention and well deserved support… I would be delighted to see this band deliver their brand of honest, raw and technically fantastic music live and think that audiences over here would be very open to their brand of passionate yet technically brilliant music.” – RocknReel Reviews

“The Body Politic combines staccato rhythms with catchy vocal melodies and blends them in a killer progressive metal package. “Egressor” their new six song EP is a short but extensive slice of modern metal…The production on “Egressor” is top notch and the musicianship…there is no denying that “Egressor” is a great album…Go get your grubby little hands on The Body Politic’s Egressor” – Extreme Metal Television

“Lively yet brutally honest, their music hooks you in an intense whirl of emotions. Do yourself a big favor, listen to their song “Armature”- it is positively one of the best song of the year, bar none.” – PhilRadioCast

“The feverish energy and charisma that floats through your speakers while you listen to Egressor will leave you enlightened with a sense of purpose and motivation.”- Damnation Mag

“Wow! Yes, this is what I said, when I started listening to The Body Politic, as their latest ep “Egressor” comes at you like a locomotive engine, yet puts you at ease with their melodic vocals and melodic guitars.” – Explicitly Intense

“their newest EP, Egressor, their heaviest effort yet while still keeping the originality and captivating melodies from before…gives a little something to all participating audiences whether it’s heaviness and groove or melodic brilliance. This is one that progressive metalcore fans can’t miss.” – We Love Metal

“technical brilliance.This is an EP of six cuts that slash twenty minutes long that brings together all the ingredients for modern and advanced metal.” – Noizz Webzine

“a terrific EP of six dramatic metal landscapes.” – Metal Nation Radio

“With its six songs, Egressor is organized like a short album rather than a promo EP. It starts with “Vitam Agere”, a keyboard-oriented instrumental intro, then switches gear on “Armature”, where vocals come in. One thing that immediately struck me is how much The Body Politic’s music breathes. It is apparent that the band knows how to gage the keyboard, bringing it in only when it adds something to the whole, while balancing technique with efficiency. The 7-strings attack stands out, as well as the mechanical math-grooves and the metronome-articulated songwriting. With its cold beauty, “All Hands” reminded me of Sybreed, aside from the clean vocals chorus. There are highlights for each instruments on this EP, for example drums have a particularly nice routine on “Swing for the Fences”. While The Body Politic sounds and plays exactly like a metalcore band (think about Bring Me the Horizon or Parkway Drive), there is a clear venture on progressive territories and a mix of influences, including Opeth (“Colquoun”) and Dream Theater (“Irradiate”).” – Metal Made In Canada

0 NEWS: Arrival of Autumn Announce Alberta Show Dates

January 21, 2015
by Asher
· Arrival of Autumn

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Montreal, QC – January 21, 2015

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R.I.Y.L. (Recommended If You Like) = RIYL (Recommended If You Like) = Avenged Sevenfold, Trivium, Lamb Of God, Sylosis

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Arrival of Autumn Announce Alberta Show Dates

Album Stream – Shadows – http://arrivalofautumn.bandcamp.com/album/shadows

Song Stream – Labyrinth – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-EVDAn4QXxA

Shaking up the Canadian prairies with their heavy riffs, hooky vocals and speed demon double kicks, Grande Prairie, AB’s ARRIVAL OF AUTUMN announce they will be performing Alberta dates in Red Deer on Feb 13th and Calgary on Feb 14th in support of their latest release ‘Shadows’, which is now streaming at the following link here.

Feb 13 – Red Deer – The Vat – Eye of Horus/Earth’s Ashes, Arrival Of Autumn, & Terrorfist – Show Info

Feb 14 – Calgary – The Blind Beggar – David Kemick, Day I Die, The Archon Prophecy, and Arrival Of Autumn

Track Listing – Shadows

1. DanmnedNation (3:08)

2. Selfish Sanity (4:25)

3. Labryinth (4:21)

4. Forget Me Now (3:32)

5. Endless Nights (4:19)

6. Like Fire (3:22)

7. The Court Of Owls (4:10)

8. Shadows (5:01)

9. There’s No Angels Here (3:57)

10. Fall In Ashes (4:28)

About:

A band name inspired by Opeth lyric’s (thanks to drummer Ty Fox) and influenced by various genres ranging from melodic death to groove metal to progressive to rock n’ roll, AOA’s catalogue has grown rapidly with two self-releases in 2014. First it was their debut EP ‘Endless Nights’ in March followed by their ten track full length ‘Shadows’ in September.

Touching on personal issues to triumphing demons as a band, ‘Shadows’ with a dash of dark lyrics and tracks such as The Court Of Owls to There’s No Angels Here to the infectious chorus of Like Fire demonstrates AOA are not just evolving, but are a live force raging to be discovered by the masses.

For more info, please visit www.arrivalofautumn.com

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“Shadows” is an album that stands out” – Nataliez World

“If you’re all about Metal, check out Arrival of Autumn. Hailing from Grande Prairie, they have all the double kick pedal you’ll ever need” – Public Records

“Exciting, Bold, catchy as fuck and just plain heavy” – Brutal Reviews

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