‘Tis the season of the fest. With so many choices, where should you go? Here are a few suggestions: Gathering of the Vibes, 7/30-8/2 at Seaside Park in Bridgeport, CT — “Wait Jessie, isn’t this a metal blog? I don’t wanna listen to this hippie stuff!” Yeah, but do you want to listen to good… Continue reading Death, Slaughter, and Vibes: Alternative Control’s Summer 2015 Festival Picks
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Interview with Mark Lyon of Xenosis
Yesterday, Alternative Control had a sit-down with Xenosis guitarist Mark Lyon to talk about the band’s new album and their sure-to-be-triumphant return to The Scene next weekend. Sowing the Seeds of Destruction will be released July 18th at The Outer Space in Hamden, following a long hiatus that had many wondering if Xenosis would ever… Continue reading Interview with Mark Lyon of Xenosis
RPM FEST 2015 Approaches!!!
By Jeff McCarthy Against All Odds Productions RPM Fest 2015 is an outdoor music festival hosted by Promotorhead Entertainment (operated by John Gulow) and PDP Productions (operated by Brian Westbrook). Supported directly by fans and local sponsors, this is the second year the event is to be held. This year’s RPM FEST is August 28, 29,… Continue reading RPM FEST 2015 Approaches!!!
Album Review: Louise Aubrie’s Late 44
Imagine you’re at summer party with that sweet young-Morrissey-looking dude you’ve had your eye on for awhile. Louise Aubrie’s Late 44 is the soundtrack for the moment when you realize he’s had his eye on you too. With a vibe reminiscent of The Killers and The Smiths, the London-born singer/songwriter intoxicates listeners with spritely vocals… Continue reading Album Review: Louise Aubrie’s Late 44
Concert Recap: City Limits Café Summer Rock and Metal Fest
“Rain or shine” is one of my favorite descriptors when it comes to all day events, especially when metal and beer are involved. This past Saturday, June 27th at City Limits Café & Bar in Thomaston, I attended the Summer Rock and Metal Fest hosted by Paul Spak, bassist of 60 Grit, Priapism, and Mortifica.… Continue reading Concert Recap: City Limits Café Summer Rock and Metal Fest
Interview with Tony Asta of Battlecross – Summer of Doom Tour
Interview by Bill Klopfer Photos and transcription by Vegetarian Metalhead The Summer of Doom tour featuring Crowbar, Battlecross, and Lord Dying recently rolled through town taking out everything in its path. Alternative Control had the opportunity to interview Tony Asta of Battlecross before they took the stage at the Palladium in Worcester, Massachusetts on June… Continue reading Interview with Tony Asta of Battlecross – Summer of Doom Tour
Album Review: As Darkness Falls by Winter Calling
Florida band Winter Calling released their debut full-length As Darkness Falls this March to much critical acclaim in the blog-o-sphere. Warranted? Let’s have a listen: With the cinematic scope and excellent recording quality of their songs, it’s impressive that Winter Calling formed less than two years ago. Pros or not, to put out a full-length album of this… Continue reading Album Review: As Darkness Falls by Winter Calling