James Heaton – A Reason to Fall 2012
NOW!Gremmo…
James Heaton has been playing guitar since 1984, inspired at first by Eddie Van Halen and Steve Vai, he later discovered Joe Satriani and finally Jimi Hendrix.
James has a passion for Hendrix’s fuzzface sound as well as an infatuation of cello’s and violins. Combining the two he developed a unique sound that mimics the cellos throaty singing voice and the dirty feel of an overdriven Marshall amp.
A self confessed effects addict, James utilizes all the sounds he can find from slides, to ebows, to guitar synths, even chrome steel guitar picks. All mixed with the haunting melodic minor scales that James so loves.
ENCHANTYA – DARK RISING 2012
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The history of Portugal’s female-fronted metal band Enchantya is a bit confusing. The promotional material states they have been around since 2004, but then list a back catalog of three albums between 2001 and 2003. What? The material then announces that Dark Rising is their debut album for Massacre Records. Confused?
If I would have known Enchantya included death vocals in their arrangements I probably would not have downloaded the digital promo pack. Nearly every song has moments of this horrible growling. It’s nearly pathetic, some of the worst death metal vocals I’ve ever heard, even as accent. It’s notable in the press material that no credit is given to the person responsible. That’s good as whomever this is should be canned immediately, and the band should think twice about this direction for the vocal arrangements in the future. It simply does not become them.
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Janey Clewer released FALLEN FOR BRAZIL on Vivid Sound in Japan, April 4th, 2012. This release includes 3 new songs added to her collection of neo-Brazilian songs as well as revised mixes and fully mastered tracks. ?Simultaneously,Janey released on Vivid Sound a new compilation CD called“LOVE”. The CD includes selected tracks from her previous solo CDs and 4 new songs, including a special bonus track, “If Only For Tonight” for the tsunami relief efforts. The title track, “Love”, includes performances by a cast of singers including Peter Cetera, Marc Jordan, Bill Champlin, Tamara Champlin, Jaimee Paul, Joe Chemay and Janey.
Continue reading Janey Clewer – Fallen For Brazil 2012 -->THE SIEGE – A Musical Epic 2012
Heavy metal-style epic.
“A Musical Epic” is an album of Heavy Metal Epic, made of 100% by Florian Hartl, based on historic battle for Vienna (Austria) in 1683.
The album went on sale in May using the label (and studio) Austrian STP Records.
BAYLESS – Within My Reach 2012
NOW!TWO HEARTS!
“Bayless” was formed in 2009 out of Wichita, KS. Formerly known as “Jared Bayless Band” (co-lead singer Jared Bayless), “Bayless” formed with the addition of Jared’s wife Vanessa’s vocals becoming an intricate part of the band’s sound. “Bayless” has quickly become an up and coming band, sharing the stage with the likes of Thousand Foot Krutch, Disciple, Building 429, Mikeschair, Chasen, to name a few. The combination of powerful melody lines, heavy guitar riffs blended with piano and toe tapping rhythms, “Bayless” has caught the attention of many listeners abroad.
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“LOVE” is a beautiful collection of melodic, soulful love songs selected from my first 4 solo CDs. It also includes 3 new tracks and a special bonus track especially written and recorded for Japan. The concept of the CD is to feature some of my favorite singers, songwriters and musicians I have had the honor of working with over the years, capture a bit of my solo history that features them, and release a few new songs to keep it fresh.
Here is what George Benson has to say about LOVE.
Janey Clewer might be a new name to you, but for those who have heard her sing and have been involved with her in the studio or live performances, know she is a one of a kind, romantic and dynamic story teller. She is one of my favorite vocalists. Her intonation is amazing. This record is loaded with greatness, such as Peter Cetera and Bill Champlin. I know you are going to enjoy it.- George Benson
REIGN OF THOUGHT – Beginning of the End 2012
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REIGN OF THOUGHT was originally conceived early in 2006 by founding members Matt Becker (guitar), Aaron Yerdon (guitar), and Shanna Becker (vocalist/violin/keyboard).
Like a visceral response to the mainstream, Reign of Thought fights back against the hum of the mediocre with their very own pandemonium of soaring melodies, powerful rhythms, complex composition, and dramatic storytelling. With the recent addition of members, Justin Merolla (drums), and Shawn Dandrew (bass), it is without a doubt that this is the beginning of an incredible adventure.
Hailing from New York’s Capital District, this five-piece groundbreaking progressive metal project has a variety of experiences and musical influences which culminate in an innovative sound and texture. Every NWS live show is a breathtaking experience for the senses. Their presence is dynamic; each member of the crowd taken on a journey in which they are part of the experience, and not just a member of the audience.
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Rheia does also orchestral compositions and programming in a professional way. If you’re interested in these services please use the contact form.
Rheia is the creation of Swiss song-writing sound engineer and keyboardist Pascale Peng. Over the course of a couple of years she gradually recorded these songs with a cast of carefully chosen musicians. The band name she has chosen is taken from the Greek goddess Rheia (or Rhea), the daughter of the Earth, who gave birth to the Greek Pantheon of gods, including the rulers of Heaven and Hell, Zeus and Hades. However, this is not an concept album, and the lyrics are about a wide variety of topics. The closest I can get to describing her totally unique but hugely appealing music is try imagining a touch of Within Temptation symphonic metal being propelled along by The Cars’ driving rhythms, then add OMD’s synths and pop sensibilities, and finally top with Nena on vocals to
Continue reading RHEIA – FORGOTTEN GODS 2011 -->Heptah – Master of Delusion 2012
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HeptaH is a Progressive Metal band from Brazil.
The Debut Album “Master Of Delusion” has been released ! Itcomes with an overdose of head-banging riffs, involving melodies and lyrical context.
Mythic Force – Twilight Prelude 2012
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Twilight Prelude songs Broderick Gray and Karl Helmar are not exactly novices in the U.S. . Twilight Prelude album Underground scene. Twilight Prelude CD music While they both picked up the guitar at an early age, they studied hard to develop advanced guitar techniques and are now considered virtuosos of the Neo-Classical genre in the U.S. . Twilight Prelude music CDs scene. Twilight Prelude songs While co-operating with many bands including Mass of Virtue, Allegiance, Nyxx, Metal in Action and Candy Striper Death Orgy, Broderick and Karl were also constantly working on musical ideas for their project entitled “Mythic Force”, a high energy Heavy Metal
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Guitarist/Singer Yvon Serre returns with arguably his strongest offering yet: the suggestively titled “On All 4’s”. Taking his trademark classic rock overtones, zingy pop melodies and bar room grit, and adding a big nod to his early days with bands like “Yvon Serre Groupe” and “The Harry Straight Band”, On All 4’s should sonically appease existing fans and newcomers alike.Mixing achingly catchy commercialism ‘Can’t Take Anymore’, nigh-on Brit pop ‘Chemicals’, gnarly pop ‘ Cookin`’, and chilled rock ‘You Tonight’ (co-written with Jon Wilde who runs this very website) with more besides, On All 4’s puts the work of many bigger bands to shame with it’s adrenaline, fun-factor and variety.
Continue reading M.I.C. – On all 4’s 2012 -->DAMIAN CULLEN BAND – Paved With Good Intentions 2012
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This new Finnish based band stinks of angst & attitude and contains more glamour than any top shelf dirty magazine. Damian Cullen Band WILL bring punk and roll to your town soon!
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