Bair Grills… Serotonin Syndrome; Also, A Glimpse Into Bill Klopfer’s Coffers

Over a year ago, I was asked to review a new release called Heretic’s Fork by Murder Castle. Now if you hadn’t heard, we at Alternative Control adhere to a strict code of conduct that avoids conflicts of interest. I was tasked with that journalistic endeavor by our esteemed editor because I had no prior… Continue reading Bair Grills… Serotonin Syndrome; Also, A Glimpse Into Bill Klopfer’s Coffers

No Absence of Passion – A Review of Misery Signals’ Absent Light and Interview with Guitarist Greg Thomas

Misery Signals is a stand-out band for me, and a bit of an enigma in my music collection. I really don’t find myself listening to their brand of metal that much, but I have a special appreciation for what they do. Let’s face it, the metalcore sound has been beat to death, with most of… Continue reading No Absence of Passion – A Review of Misery Signals’ Absent Light and Interview with Guitarist Greg Thomas

The Zeitgeist of Dirges: A Review of Black Sabbath’s 13

Failure is often expected when a band attempts to rekindle past glory. You almost laugh when you hear news of a once highly respected and relevant band getting back together in attempt to get the creative juices flowing. This is usually because the band’s true intentions are financial. The members need more money to help… Continue reading The Zeitgeist of Dirges: A Review of Black Sabbath’s 13

The Dillinger Escape Plan – One Of Us Is The Killer (Sumerian/Party Smasher)

By Thomas Pizzola My first introduction to this band came around the time of Miss Machine way back in 2004. I had just written about another band on their label at the time, Relapse, and their press person wanted to know if I wanted to hear their “highly touted” new album, which just happened to… Continue reading The Dillinger Escape Plan – One Of Us Is The Killer (Sumerian/Party Smasher)

Album Review: Dyed in Grey’s The Abandoned Part

  Dyed in Grey’s recently released album The Abandoned Part is a catchy and well-produced debut that will appeal to serious progressive metal fans and casual listeners alike.  Songs like “DeadHead” and “Filth” show the Brooklyn band’s penchant for alternating heavy, intricate prog-death parts with calmer singing and lyrical guitar lines.  Their riffs are pulled… Continue reading Album Review: Dyed in Grey’s The Abandoned Part