I hope everyone is having a blessed Thanksgiving. Here is a holiday season song to warm the cockels of your heart: Theocracy's "Rudolph vs. Frosty"
Artwork by "Death Is Gain"
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Barren Cross live at Metal Mardi Gras (1987)
"It's All Come True" & "Dying Day"
"Give Your Life" & "Just A Touch"
"Give Your Life" & "Just A Touch"
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Applehead/Greg Minier Video
Here is a partial clip of Greg playing "Eyes of a foolish man" at Mike Phillip's CD release party. Mike Philips is on guitar.
Stryper's "Makes Me Want To Sing" video (1985)
This is from the TV show "America" with host Sarah Purcell of "Real People" fame.
Jason Wisdom's Bass on Sale
Jason Wisdom, the lead singer and bassist for Becoming the Archetype is selling his 5-string ESP bass on ebay. Check it out here
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Fratello Metallo calling it quits
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Stryper's "You Know What to Do" on Real Videos (1984)
This is a video of Stryper on TBN's show Real Videos back in 1984.... An interview with Robert Sweet appears before and after the video...
Monday, November 9, 2009
Flyleaf: Memonto Mori Streaming
Flyleaf is streaming their new album, "Memento Mori" on their Myspace page. The album drops tomorrow.
Johne Elefante and Mastedon
Remember them? Mastedon has a new album and John has a new site. Check them out: John Elefante
You can also hear their new music there as well.
You can also hear their new music there as well.
Bride acquires the reminder of M8's stock of Bride CDs.
Bride recently acquired the reminder of M8's stock of Bride CDs. They now have a limited number of each of the following titles: 1. Across the border (live from Europe) 2. Very Best of Bride (Organic Years) 3. Snakes in the playground 4. Skin for Skin 5. Under the gun (live) 6. Show no mercy (Bride's first ever release) 7. Live to die (Bride heaviest release) 8. Silence is Madness 9. Scarecrow Messiah (John and Dino Elefante producers) 10. Fist Full of bees 11. Matrix (Before Bride - with bonus Lost Reels 1 CD) 12. Kinetic Faith 13. Bride Live Vol 1 14. Bride Live Vol II 15. Live at Cornerstone 2001 16. Oddities 17. End of the Age (Best of first three CDs) 18. Jesus Experience 19. This is it (Original pressings) 20. Dale Thompson (Religious Overtones 21. Dale Thompson (Unbridled) Buy any 1 CD for $10.00 Buy any 2 CD for $17.00 Buy any 3 CD for $21.00 Buy any 4 CD for $24.00 Buy any 5 CD for $26.00 Because of the limited number of CDs that they have when ordering please make alternative selections if you do not mind substitutions in case we run out of certain titles. This will be a limited offer. Tsar Bomba is not part of this special but for this advertisement only you can buy Tsar Bomba for $13.00. Please add this code in your order 1213 ALL OVERSEAS ORDERS ADD $7.00 POSTAGE They accept Paypal or you may send a check of money order to: Bride 309 Churchview Road West Point KY 40177
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Saint - Hell Blade news
It’s finally finished and on it’s way to the plant “Hell Blade” Is Saint’s 9th studio release and will go down as their most Ferocious sounding album to date. We’ll be uploading samples In the next week or two so check back. Be sure to support Saint by ordering you product here
Friday, November 6, 2009
Stryper cancels more gigs.
STRYPER has cancelled their concerts scheduled for tonight Friday, November 6 (San Antonio TX – Scout Bar) and Saturday November 7 (Odessa TX – Dos Amigos Cantina) due to artist illness.
STRYPER will however be returning to Texas on December 21 (Houston – House of Blues) and December 22 (Dallas – House of Blues).
The Houston / Dallas shows will include a special Christmas segment and will include the fan favorite “Reason for the Season”, never before performed live at a Stryper show.
STRYPER will however be returning to Texas on December 21 (Houston – House of Blues) and December 22 (Dallas – House of Blues).
The Houston / Dallas shows will include a special Christmas segment and will include the fan favorite “Reason for the Season”, never before performed live at a Stryper show.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Impending Doom Update
Hey guys, just wanted to let everyone know we have secluded ourselves and escaped to this house in Arizona where we are currently starting to write our next record. We are really excited about what's been coming out so far. Without getting into too much detail, you can follow us on twitter and we will be posting pictures and possibly a video soon. Talk to you guys soon, and make sure you check out the dates on the "Hell Must Fear Us" winter tour at the end of this month, come out and headbang with us one last time this year!
Taken from their Myspace
You can also follow them on Twitter
Taken from their Myspace
You can also follow them on Twitter
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
HOT: Stryper Dallas/Houston show Postponed
Dallas/Houston shows postponed - Current mood: 
sick
OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE FROM STRYPER.COM
For Immediate Release
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Raleigh, NC
From: Deep South Entertainment – Stryper Management
STRYPER has postponed their concerts scheduled for tonight Wednesday November 4 (Dallas – House of Blues) and Thursday November 5 (Houston – House of Blues) due to artist illness.
The rescheduled dates are December 21 (Houston – House of Blues) and December 22 (Dallas – House of Blues).
Singer / Songwriter Michael Sweet explains, “I’ve come down with a horrible case of the flu and now it seems to be spreading throughout the bus.
I see reports all over the nation where bad cases of the flu are hitting America and had hoped we could make it through this entire tour without it affecting us, but unfortunately it has. It’s really bad and I wish our friends and fans all the best with their health during this season. I have seen a doctor and am on medication and anticipate a speedy recovery. My sincerest apologies to all the fans for this inconvenience but I look forward to seeing you all in December when we return. Just for these two shows we will be putting together a special Christmas segment of the show. It’ll be great to spend the holidays with our friends and fans in Dallas and Houston.”
The rescheduled shows will include a special Christmas segment and will include the fan favorite ‘Reason for the Season’, never before performed live at a Stryper show.
Tickets purchased for each concert will be honored on the rescheduled dates.
Fan meet and greet purchases will also be honored on the rescheduled dates.
For additional tour and ticket information, please visit http://www.livenation.com or http://www.stryper.com.
sick OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE FROM STRYPER.COM
For Immediate Release
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Raleigh, NC
From: Deep South Entertainment – Stryper Management
STRYPER has postponed their concerts scheduled for tonight Wednesday November 4 (Dallas – House of Blues) and Thursday November 5 (Houston – House of Blues) due to artist illness.
The rescheduled dates are December 21 (Houston – House of Blues) and December 22 (Dallas – House of Blues).
Singer / Songwriter Michael Sweet explains, “I’ve come down with a horrible case of the flu and now it seems to be spreading throughout the bus.
I see reports all over the nation where bad cases of the flu are hitting America and had hoped we could make it through this entire tour without it affecting us, but unfortunately it has. It’s really bad and I wish our friends and fans all the best with their health during this season. I have seen a doctor and am on medication and anticipate a speedy recovery. My sincerest apologies to all the fans for this inconvenience but I look forward to seeing you all in December when we return. Just for these two shows we will be putting together a special Christmas segment of the show. It’ll be great to spend the holidays with our friends and fans in Dallas and Houston.”
The rescheduled shows will include a special Christmas segment and will include the fan favorite ‘Reason for the Season’, never before performed live at a Stryper show.
Tickets purchased for each concert will be honored on the rescheduled dates.
Fan meet and greet purchases will also be honored on the rescheduled dates.
For additional tour and ticket information, please visit http://www.livenation.com or http://www.stryper.com.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Artist Dave Quiggle Updates His Site
The mastermind artist behind Facedown Records, just updated his site. Take a look! http://www.davequiggle.com/
Dave can also be followed on Twitter, MySpace and check out his Black Rose District.
Barren Cross: Where Are They Now?
Barren Cross is a Christian metal band that was formed in Los Angeles, CA in 1983. Over the years they have released 5 albums (Rock for the King (Star Song,1986 ), Atomic Arena (Enigma Records,1988), State of Control (Enigma Records,1989), Hotter Than Hell Live! (Restless,1990) & Rattle Your Cage (Rugged Records,1994))
Recently they got back together and there was talk of another record. Unfortunately there was a split between the members and Mike Lee (Michael Drive) is no longer with them. They announced a few days ago that Dean Kohn would be filling Mike Lee's shoes as lead singer. Here are some links as to where to find them now:
Barren Cross Wikipedia entry
Mypace
Barren Cross - Myspace
Jim Laverde - Myspace
Dean Kohn - Myspace
Mike Lee - Myspace
Vince Van Voltenberg - Myspace - One time singer on tour - also can be found here
Barren Cross - Twitter
Ray Parris - Twitter
Dean Kohn - Twitter
Facebook Page
Barren Cross - Facebook
Various Pages
No Life til Metal
Metal Archives
Firestream Vault
Monday, November 2, 2009
Pastor Brad Signs to Roxx Records
Roxx Productions is proud to announce the signing of Pastor Brad to their roster! After 5 consecutive instrumental shred albums, Pastor Brad is back with a full-length vocal album! And while the old-school guitar shred influences are still here, this album will hit you square in the face with some of the heaviest sounding riffs ever recorded on any Pastor Brad album!
This album will also feature three very special guest vocalists: Rachael (of Ravenshead), Richie Z (of Blind Seven), and "Ski" (of Faith Factor)! And a very special guest appearance from original Stryper keyboardist, Kenny Metcalf! If that’s not enough for you, you will also get plenty of shredding from Pastor Brad himself as he will be handling the bulk of the guitar work for this his Roxx Records debut release ‘Break Out’ coming in Spring 2010.
As an introduction to the Roxx Productions family, Pastor Brad is teaming up with Roxx Productions and JBM Design to provide you a very special Limited Edition Christmas CD entitled Pastor Brad’s ‘Christmas Shred’! This very special limited edition CD is being offered at $7.77 with free shipping world wide!! This special CD is being offered exclusively through Roxx Productions and Pastor Brad as both a Christmas Present and an Introduction of what’s to come from Pastor Brad and Roxx Productions!
This limited edition promotional release is limited to only 100 copies and will only be made available for a very limited time in November and December. Shipping in late November ‘Christmas Shred’ will be in your hands in plenty of time to play around the Christmas tree!
Merry Christmas from Pastor Brad, JBM Design and Roxx Productions!
For full details and order information visit www.roxxproductions.com
Pastor Brad's website
This album will also feature three very special guest vocalists: Rachael (of Ravenshead), Richie Z (of Blind Seven), and "Ski" (of Faith Factor)! And a very special guest appearance from original Stryper keyboardist, Kenny Metcalf! If that’s not enough for you, you will also get plenty of shredding from Pastor Brad himself as he will be handling the bulk of the guitar work for this his Roxx Records debut release ‘Break Out’ coming in Spring 2010.
As an introduction to the Roxx Productions family, Pastor Brad is teaming up with Roxx Productions and JBM Design to provide you a very special Limited Edition Christmas CD entitled Pastor Brad’s ‘Christmas Shred’! This very special limited edition CD is being offered at $7.77 with free shipping world wide!! This special CD is being offered exclusively through Roxx Productions and Pastor Brad as both a Christmas Present and an Introduction of what’s to come from Pastor Brad and Roxx Productions!
This limited edition promotional release is limited to only 100 copies and will only be made available for a very limited time in November and December. Shipping in late November ‘Christmas Shred’ will be in your hands in plenty of time to play around the Christmas tree!
Merry Christmas from Pastor Brad, JBM Design and Roxx Productions!
For full details and order information visit www.roxxproductions.com
Pastor Brad's website
Living Sacrifice's First video blog
Via twitter.com/solidstate: watch the first twitter.com/livingsac video blog from the studio! http://bit.ly/29NFy3 boo to the yah.
Stryper Starts Shooting video for Alive tomorrow
Shooting the video to "Alive" tomorrow in English and Spanish-a first for the band! Thank you for following-all my love via twitter.com/michaelhsweet
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