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Symphony X Drummer Suffers Heart Failure: Expected To Make Full Recovery

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Posted by JonathanBarkan on February 27, 2013 @ 5:50pm
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In a bit of terrifying news, Symphony X drummer Jason Rullo last week was admitted into a hospital for heart failure. He spent a week there and was ultimately released. He has begun a rehab program and is being told that his recovery will take a minimum of 3-6 months under doctors’ care. Below is a statement from Rullo.

Symphony X’s last release was 2011′s Iconoclast, which came out via Nuclear Blast Records. READ MORE

Adrenaline Mob To Release Cover EP ‘Coverta’: Announce Tour

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Posted by JonathanBarkan on January 31, 2013 @ 11:16am
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Adrenaline Mob, the supergroup formed by ex-Dream Theater drummer Mike Portnoy, Symphony X singer Russ Allen, and Sonic Stomp‘s Mike Orlando, will be touring the US in support of their debut album Omerta (review). The tour will consist of two legs this spring although only the first leg has been revealed.

The band will also be releasing an EP of covers. Featuring eight tracks, the EP includes songs by Black Sabbath, Dio, Heart, and more. Check out all the information below. READ MORE

Top 25 Guitar Riffs That Make You NEED To Headbang: 25-21

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Posted by JonathanBarkan on August 13, 2012 @ 11:00am
Category: Music / Editorials

I’m a guitarist and have been playing for over 14 years now. So when I hear a guitar riff that makes me want to snap my neck whilst headbanging, it’s a special moment for me. So I decided that I wanted to share my Top 25 Guitar Riffs That Make You NEED To Headbang. Keep in mind that these are guitar RIFFS and not SONGS. I’m going to put down the album and the exact time that the riff I’m thinking of comes in.

Another theme you’ll notice running through this list is the idea of the “build up”. You see, for me, a headbang worthy guitar riff rarely comes at you straight off the bat. Instead, the music builds and builds until that crushing moment when you can’t help but throw you head back and forth, straining the very tendons and ligaments that keep you whole.

So join me below as I begin a full week of guitar riffs that will make you headbang like a madman! READ MORE

[Album Review] Judgement Day ‘Polar Shift’

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Posted by JonathanBarkan on July 21, 2012 @ 5:30pm
Category: Music / Reviews

Described as “string metal”, Judgement Day are a three-piece outfit that is comprised of a cello, a violin, and drums based out of San Francisco, CA. Brothers Anton and Lewis Patzner began playing string metal on the streets of Berkley, CA. As their popularity grew, so to did their ranks. They welcomed in Jon Bush began to play drums and the band was able to perform amplified shows at various clubs and venues in the area.

With several albums and compilations under their belt, Judgement Day is back with their latest offering, Polar Shift (iTunes pre-order). With 14 tracks and nearly 40 minutes of music, does this string metal offering work or end up sounding dangerously out of tune? Read on for the answer. READ MORE

[Review] Adrenaline Mob ‘Omertá’

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Posted by JonathanBarkan on March 13, 2012 @ 9:55pm
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Comprised of some of the most talented musicians in the rock/metal scene, Adrenaline Mob has a lot going for it. After all, it’s Mike Portnoy (ex-drummer of Dream Theater), Russell Allen (singer of Symphony X), John Moyer (bassist of Disturbed), and guitarist Mike Orlando. With that kind of line-up, you gotta wonder what the final product is going to sound like. Dream Theater and Symphony X? Hell yeah! It’s gonna be some intense prog metal! But wait, Disturbed? So, it’s gonna have some commercial heavy rock appeal? And Mike Orlando, who played with Zakk Wylde and Bumblefoot, which means we’ll likely hear some shredding.

Is this the final product? Is this the sound that the band delivers? And, ultimately, is it all worth it? Find out below.

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Posted by JonathanBarkan on March 13, 2012 @ 9:55pm
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Is this the final product? Is this the sound that the band delivers? And, ultimately, is it all worth it? Find out below.

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Posted by JonathanBarkan on January 19, 2012 @ 10:21pm
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Adrenaline Mob Announce Omerta: Release Video For Undaunted

Adrenaline Mob, the supergroup made up of Mike Portnoy (ex-Dream Theater), Russ Allen (Symphony X), and Mike Orlando, has announced a release date of Mar. 13th, 2012 for their debut full length album Omerta. The album will feature 11 tracks, including a cover of Duran Duran‘s Come Undone, which features guest vocals from Lizzy Hale of Halestorm. The band has also released a performance video of their current single, Undaunted, which you can check below.

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Posted by JonathanBarkan on August 08, 2011 @ 10:35pm
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After Mike Portnoy left Dream Theater and a different drummer was selected for Avenged Sevenfold, many people were wondering what was in the future for the renowned drummer. Well, people didn’t have to wait long as Adrenaline Mob was announced. Comprised of Mike on drums with Russ Allen (Symphony X) on vocals, Mike Orlando (Sonic Stomp) and Rich Ward (Stuck Mojo, Fozzy) on guitars, with Paul DiLeo on bass, the five piece is bringing some hard rock/metal to the music scene.

Personally, I think it brings nothing new to the table but still sounds solid. I’d give it a few listens and then put it aside while I wait patiently for a full release.

After the jump, you can stream the entire Adrenaline Mob EP that is slated for release tomorrow.

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Posted by JonathanBarkan on November 10, 2010 @ 12:03am
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Progressive metal band Symphony X are hard at work on their follow-up to 2007′s ‘Paradise Lost’. However, that hasn’t stopped them from planning a full US headlining tour in 2011 with some amazing touring partners. Joining Symphony X will be Nevermore, Soilwork, Powerglove, and Blackguard. Tickets can already be pre-ordered here. Check after the jump for tour dates and keep an eye out for me at the Detroit show.

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Posted by JonathanBarkan on August 20, 2010 @ 4:07am
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Composer and multi-instrumentalist ARJEN LUCASSEN has firmly established himself worldwide as driving force in progressive rock. While best known for his rock opera project AYREON, the multi-talented Dutchman also regularly embarks on musical side projects, which explore different aspects of Lucassen’s musical personality. As his previous project (GUILT MACHINE’s “On This Perfect Day” 2009) was a relatively relaxed and subtle affair, LUCASSEN’s muses responded by urging him to record something loud, heavy and anything but subtle for this new release. Thus it was a perfect opportunity to launch his musical spacecraft towards the galaxy of bombastic sci-fi rock by revisiting his STAR ONE project.

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The result is the album “Victims of the Modern Age,” the follow-up to the STAR ONE debut album, “Space Metal” (2002). Compared to “Space Metal,” the overall sound of “Victims Of The Modern Age” is darker, heavier, more guitar-oriented, and slightly less “spacey”. ARJENhas also raised the bar significantly when it comes to the album’s sound: “I think it’s my best sounding album to date; it’s a huge difference compared to the first STAR ONE. For the guitars I spent weeks experimenting with different amps and settings in every combination imaginable — and it was worth it. The drums sound fantastic, and the vocalists all outdid themselves, putting in even stronger performances than they did the first time around.”

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Posted by JonathanBarkan on July 31, 2010 @ 2:46am
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Since the break-up of symphonic metal band After Forever, fans have been eagerly awaiting the new Floor Jansen project, ReVamp. Possessing one of the strongest voices in the genre, Floor’s classical training allows her vocals to soar from low growls to operatic heavenly heights. But in order to take full advantage of this voice, you need a band that can back it up. So the question begs, does the self-titled debut release from ReVamp measure up? Check after the jump to find out!

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Posted by JonathanBarkan on June 24, 2010 @ 9:23pm
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Guitar World magazine has posted an interview with guitarist Peter Wichers, of the Godfathers of Swedish modern metal Soilwork. In the video Wichers breaks down riffs from their new album The Panic Broadcast and talks about his gear and influences as a guitar player.

SOILWORK, are currently working on a music video for the song “Deliverance Is Mine” to be directed by Ivan Colic (Ex Deo, Type O Negative, Unleashed) and produced by Stanimir Lucik.

The Panic Broadcast is the first album to feature original guitarist, songwriter & producer Peter Wichers since his return to the band in 2008 and is set to be released on July 2 (Europe) and July 13 (N. America) via Nuclear Blast! Produced by Wichers and mixed by Jen Bogren (Opeth, Amon Amarth, Katatonia, Symphony X), this is the record long time Soilwork fans have been waiting for! Pre-order the regular or deluxe edition with or without an exclusive shirt design. First 500 orders will receive an autographed poster while supplies last.