Monthly Archives: November 2008

Recap: "That Metal Show" Episode 3 [11-29-08]

Posted on November 30, 2008 by gearsofrock

That Metal Show starring hard rock guru Eddie Trunk, comedian Jim Florentine, and Inside The NFL’s Don Jamieson aired its third episode on VH1 Classic last night at 11 p.m. The first topic of discussion was the Rock and Roll … Continue reading →

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Review: Eddy Dyer – …Into Doves of Grey [2008]

Posted on November 30, 2008 by gearsofrock

A subdued and melancholic aura envelopes the 14-tracks contained on Eddy Dyer’s latest offering …INTO DOVES OF GREY. Consisting of mainly acoustic guitar and voice with some mandolin peeking through at times, this 14-track endeavor showcases traces of psychedelica on … Continue reading →

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Riphouse 151 Documentary Showings, Radio Interviews, and More

Posted on November 29, 2008 by gearsofrock

Be sure to check out the thrash metal documentary Riphouse 151: Could’ve Been’s & Wanna Be’s on Dec.5 at the Nyack Village Theatre this Friday Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. You can purchase tickets in advance for … Continue reading →

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Review: Ekser – Patterns of Reprisal [2007]

Posted on November 29, 2008 by gearsofrock

Arizona extreme metal quartet Ekser demonstrate their firm handle of technical death metal intricacies on the 10-track PATTERNS OF REPRISAL. This offering combines blinding percussive work and breakneck rhythms with clinical guitarwork on tracks like “Sinners Reflection” and “Cold Blooded … Continue reading →

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Review: Dropclutch – The Reason [2008]

Posted on November 28, 2008 by gearsofrock

Upstate NY quintet Dropclutch have incorporated the best moments from modern rock radio into their 10-track jaunt THE REASON. Heavy downtuned guitars, thunderous basslines, and tasty drum work fills out this unit’s Staind meets Godsmack by way of Seether approach … Continue reading →

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Review: Rob Zombie "War Zone" The Punisher Soundtrack [2008]

Posted on November 27, 2008 by gearsofrock

Rob Zombie offers a song titled “War Zone” for the upcoming movie, The Punisher: War Zone, scheduled for release on Dec. 5 through Lions Gate Entertainment. Here’s a quick rundown of the new Zombie tune: “War Zone” begins with a … Continue reading →

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Heavy Metal Music For Your Thanksgiving Playlist

Posted on November 26, 2008 by gearsofrock

There are hardly any Heavy Metal cuts that I can think of that deal with the themes of Thanksgiving, but here are some that we can loosely connect to the holiday (click on the songs to listen). “Indians” by the … Continue reading →

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Miscellaneous Rock Links: Phil Misses Pantera, Metallica's Internet Album, Top 10 Car Tracks…

Posted on November 26, 2008 by gearsofrock

1. In an interview with Antiquiet, Phil Anselmo misses Pantera, wonders if Dimebag Darrell would still be here if it weren’t for the media’s portrayal of the band’s split, and affirms that he’s “f*ckin’ stronger than f*ckin’ most f*ckin’ men” … Continue reading →

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Review: Various Artists – Pagan Fire [2008]

Posted on November 26, 2008 by gearsofrock

Those looking to become acquainted with the pagan, folk, and Viking strain of metal would be remiss to pass on picking up PAGAN FIRE, the 16-track compilation disc assembled by Nuclear Blast. Running the gamut both spatial and stylistically, this … Continue reading →

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Scott Weiland's "Happy In Galoshes" Lacks Greatness

Posted on November 25, 2008 by gearsofrock

Scott Weiland’s new solo effort Happy in Galoshes is basically one unexciting journey. Weiland is one of the best frontmen in rock music today and arguably one of the all-time greats. However, since leaving Velvet Revolver, he hasn’t been performing … Continue reading →

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