SUICIDAL ANGELS - Studio trailer part 1

They're Greeks, they Thrash and they have a Nuclear Blast contract. Maybe you should check them out. Check Vic's review too...

BLAIR GIBSON presents ORIGINS - A HEAVY METAL SALUTE TO HEAVY METAL BAND NAME ORIGINS

Heavy Metal in general is far more than just a music genre, it's a whole philosophy and a way of living. From the early "easy girls, and fast cars" way of life, to the 90's Antichrist Black Metal scene, and all in between. There are plenty of bands around, and I am sure that there are even more, not familiar to us, but many with talented enough, waiting to become famous, or the next best thing. From time to time though, there are also works on this style of music, besides recordings that is, that sound intriguing enough, and raise an eyebrow. This is definitely one of those works. So, ever wonder how your favorite band, your most hated band, or some bands you just know their work, got their names? Ever wonder how they came up with those names, and what's the story behind it? What that strange band name means? Do did Blair Gibson, from Regina - Canada, who decided to find out. So, he practically gather responses from 500 band members, and enough of them are very interesting, and fun to read. In this book, I found bands I didn't know their existence, bands that were my favorite as a kid, and others whose work I discover as a reviewer. At the end of the book, Gibson, also put all the Internet addresses of each band, or band member. To me, it's a huge work. It takes time, and determination to do such a task, and the responses he got show that he has done something good. So, if this is fascinating enough, get in touch with Blair Gibson and get a copy for yourself. You can get it as a hard copy, or an e-book for a cheaper price.

Get it at http://stores.lulu.com/heavymetalsalute

SUICIDAL ANGELS - Sanctify The Darkness

I don't know what's going on these days, but there are enough Thrash albums coming my way, and plenty of them are very close to the style we were familiar back in the 80's. Suicidal Angels is one of them, and I am pretty proud since they are from my homeland as well. This is the second album of the band, released two years after their debut "Eternal Domination". The band is playing Thrash Metal, with influences from early Slayer, but also from Kreator and Possessed but all combined into a very personal style. The first thing one notices is the guitars, and the rhythm section which is, to put it mildly, asskicking. The songs are fast, somewhat oldfashioned, with slower headbanging parts and vocals more close to modern standards at times. There are no intros here, nor songs that could have been done in a better way. The production is as heavy as it should be, clear enough, but also giving an oldfashioned feeling to the music as well. If you are a Thrash fan, and you want an album that won't let you donw, then check them out, cause they really got what it takes.

9/10

CINDERELLA - Live At The Mohegan Sun

The story of Cinderella, like the name says, is like a fairytale. Formed back in 1983, discovered by Jon Bon Jovi, and followed a career full of success. The disband of Cinderella in 1995 lasted about three years, and everybody was working for a band re-unite, which was done at 2000. This is a live performance that was done in Connecticut on July 21st 2005. The band is performing songs from their first two albums mostly, and the reaction of the fans, as it can be heard throughout the whole recording is amazing. They sing, scream, and make noise whenever it's possible. What is amazing though is that the vocals of Keifer sound exactly as they did back in mid 80's, and the whole band in general sounds in a very good shape too. The production is very good, clear enough, leaving room for both the music but also for the audience, and captures some of the atmosphere that a live performance has. According to the label, a European return at 2010 is also planned, and hopefully, not only for me but for many fans too, a new studio release will find it's way to our stereos. If you are one of the lucky ones that were there that night, or simply a fan of the band such as I, then check them out.

9/10

BLANC FACES - Falling From The Moon

It all started back in 2005, when the Le Blanc brothers released their debut album, followed by appearances around Europe, and a stunning feedback from Melodic Rock fans. This is their second release, and I can assure you, that all the feedback was true. If you are fascinated by the melodic and catchy AOR music, then this album will become an instant favorite. All the ingredients of success are here, and all worked to the maximum to create an album that will leave fans of the genre speechless. There are melodies, perfectly arranged and performed, excellent vocals, and superb guitar lines. The songs that are easy to get into and sing along, and this makes the album even more catchy and fun to listen to. From the rocking moments of "It's All About The Love" to ballads like "Everything" the band has done a magnificent job, in both the arranging and performing area. The production that once again was done by Dennis Ward, completes the album in the best possible way. If AOR is amongst your favorite styles of music, this album is going to be a favorite also.

9/10