Guitar, Drums, and Quill? A Book Review of Clockwork Angels

Being a complete Rush fanatic, it’s no wonder why a novel written directly off of the concept of Rush’s new album Clockwork Angels went straight to the top of my reading wish list. The novel Clockwork Angels was written as a collaboration between Kevin J. Anderson and Neil Peart. I’m not too familiar with Kevin… Continue reading Guitar, Drums, and Quill? A Book Review of Clockwork Angels

Dennis Dunaway on the Music Business, Alice Cooper, and Some Hippie Festival in New York

I’ve been honored to have the chance to talk with Dennis Dunaway, bassist from the original Alice Cooper lineup, and inquire about his take on the modern music business, his musical roots, and even a couple wild stories from his time with the band. I would definitely like to thank Dennis for taking some time… Continue reading Dennis Dunaway on the Music Business, Alice Cooper, and Some Hippie Festival in New York

Instant Gratification vs. Eventual Appreciation: A Commentary on Modern Music Culture

I remember it like this: On one freezing and blustery winter afternoon, I took my twenty dollars and folded it into my pocket. After layering on a bunch of sweaters under my hoodie, I grabbed my discman and headed out the front door. I was still in high school at the time, and didn’t have… Continue reading Instant Gratification vs. Eventual Appreciation: A Commentary on Modern Music Culture

Yellow and Green: A Stale and Diluted Mixture

I’m all for an artist being open to progression. I stand firm to the notion that anyone has the right to pursue their own artistic experimentation, no matter what their followers may say about it. Playing it safe means eventually becoming stagnant and predictable, it’s inevitable. I suppose there are a few who actually enjoy… Continue reading Yellow and Green: A Stale and Diluted Mixture

Ask Death Metal Dave: A Metal Scene Q & A That’s Not for the Faint of Gut!

That’s right my metal brothers, it’s me Death Metal Dave again. After taking some time off to concentrate on chronologically arranging my Kataklysm concert ticket stubs and framing my Slayer vinyl, I’ve decided to come back by popular demand. It seems that a lot of tough questions plague my fellow metal brethren; questions that only… Continue reading Ask Death Metal Dave: A Metal Scene Q & A That’s Not for the Faint of Gut!

Brutality, Beer and Bicycle Rides: A Review of Meshuggah, Baroness and Decapitated in NYC

The night started early, perhaps a bit too early. My plans for taking an hour nap or so before heading to my buddy Danny’s place had failed. We were both a bit beat, trying to suck down a couple of beers to wake ourselves up. The only thing that kept us going was the prospect… Continue reading Brutality, Beer and Bicycle Rides: A Review of Meshuggah, Baroness and Decapitated in NYC