Metallica

  • Band Vs. Brand

    Band Vs. Brand

    When does a band become a brand? This new documentary examines the current state of the music business and reveals how the “brand” of a rock group now has more power than the members themselves.

  • For the Sake of Heaviness: the History of Metal Blade Records

    For the Sake of Heaviness: the History of Metal Blade Records

    Founder relates the ups and downs of the long-running metal label.

  • Jaco

    Jaco

    Jaco Pastorius described himself as the worlds greatest bassist. This new documentary shows he wasn’t lying. James Mann brings the low-down.

  • Mac DeMarco

    Mac DeMarco

    Mac DeMarco and his crew of misfits brought good tunes and a good time to Portland, Oregon. Alexa Harris was all smiles.

  • Pillbuster

    Pillbuster

    Brothel (Stonerkill Records). Review by Carl F gauze.

  • Backhand

    Backhand

    Through the Turbulence (Melodic Revolution Records). Review by Michelle Wilson.

  • Saxon

    Saxon

    St. George’s Day Sacrifice – Live in Manchester (UDR Music). Review by Joe Frietze.

  • Rodrigo y Gabriela and C.U.B.A.

    Rodrigo y Gabriela and C.U.B.A.

    A little musical mojito over classic songs goes a long way, and that’s the secret ingredient for Rodrigo y Gabriela’s success in wooing the heart of May Terry.

  • Anvil

    Anvil

    You’ve seen the documentary, now see the band! Anvil in 3D, in Tampa, with Carl F Gauze at their feet.

  • Anthrax

    Anthrax

    Orlando fans went metal-thrashing mad when the Anthrax/Testament tour recently decimated the House of Blues. Christopher Long was deep in the pit of it.

  • Iron Maiden

    Iron Maiden

    From Fear to Eternity: The Best of 1990-2010 (EMI). Review by Jen Cray.

  • Apocalyptica

    Apocalyptica

    Apocalyptica class up heavy metal with their unique triple cello approach, and Jen Cray is awed.

  • Baroness

    Baroness

    Elianne Halbersberg nabs Baroness bassist Summer Welch to talk band, record labels, and music in a social media world.

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