[ShaneB]

So, metal-gaf, are there other bands I should give a chance now? I'm really looking for more records like Leviathan : fast paced, with a ton of great riffs.

I'm not that familiar with Mastadon really, but you said fast paced with tons of great riffs.

Check out Allegaeon.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69398LqzyJg

And I'm so out of touch, I just checked and they have a new album out tomorrow, how god damn awesome is that. Surprise release!

[Diseased Yak]

^^^ Luck you then. Wasn't aware that Torche put out a new album and signed with Volcom?!? The fuck?! Listened to whatever new song they put up and now I'm going to completely bail on them. Sucks because they used to be so fucking good.

Dude! The new Torche is good! For the most part anyway. I got a copy on clear vinyl and love it. Those riffs....

[Giant Robot]

Dude! The new Torche is good! For the most part anyway. I got a copy on clear vinyl and love it. Those riffs....

Those happy vocals!
I only heard the 3 songs on their website. Wasn't a fan. They are steamrolling though.

[Gaspode_T]

I was never into metal until I discovered Mastodon a few months ago and I realized there must be a niche here for me. The Hunter got me into them, but Leviathan and Crack the Skye are the records that really impressed me. Been recommended Baroness, love them too. Looking forward to their new album. So, metal-gaf, are there other bands I should give a chance now? I'm really looking for more records like Leviathan : fast paced, with a ton of great riffs.

Gojira, Soilwork, God Forbid

[Verano]

Gojira, Soilwork, God Forbid

[Gaspode_T]

Hey they are blue collar metal...I have an affinity for those underdog bands, Chimaira too...the guitar player is pretty good (Doc), he should at least check out some metal core because it is what is the most popular w kids these days...Trivium etc

[ShaneB]

As mentioned a few posts ago, this album is now out.



Their debut surprised the hell out of me, and I absolutely love it. It's that thrashy melo death vibe, just constant ass kicking metal. Had no idea the new album was out, so it's a surprise release, and I'm loving what I'm hearing so far.

[kingslunk]

You probably want to check out other sludge bands like.... Black Tusk http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1AV9-K0Lj4 Kylesa http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DySOmxyuzxI Eyehategod http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UW_3Ed6BZk High On Fire http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DX4yy3TwdvM Weedeater http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9F21xidkqPM Sleep http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nkun78T1y4 Ok....some of that isn't exactly sludge, like Sleep is stoner metal....but you should like it. Also, I threw in a couple of slower bands in there, but still great riffs.

Kalas
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gnd0o...eature=related

The Sword
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vr3r6...feature=relmfu

[Tess3ract]

God Forbid is up there with Lamb of God and Cannibal Corpse for redneck trailer trash metal.

[Mr. Sandman]

Remember when Southern Lord did the promotion where if you ordered Sleep merch at 4:20 on 4/20 then you got a special gift? Well, that special gift is a very limited t-shirt.... The shirt says DOPESMOKER 4:20 if it's hard to read. I shrunk it 50% from the e-mail.

If anyone wants this shirt, order some Sleep merch at exactly 4:20 PST/7:20 EST today.

http://www.southernlord.com/sleep.php

The "SLEEP 4:20 free gift giveaway" deal is on once again! Today at exactly 4:20 [Pacific Standard Time (PST)], order what's left of the awesome Sleep merch and we will send you a super radical gift! Get ripped, blast tunes, horde snacks and best of luck to ya:

[Gr1mLock]

I was never into metal until I discovered Mastodon a few months ago and I realized there must be a niche here for me. The Hunter got me into them, but Leviathan and Crack the Skye are the records that really impressed me. Been recommended Baroness, love them too. Looking forward to their new album. So, metal-gaf, are there other bands I should give a chance now? I'm really looking for more records like Leviathan : fast paced, with a ton of great riffs.

Well you can also check out remission and blood mountain?

[Watevaman]

If anyone wants this shirt, order some Sleep merch at exactly 4:20 PST/7:20 EST today. http://www.southernlord.com/sleep.php

How exactly do you go about ordering it at exactly 4:20? Just checkout at 4:20 or add it to your cart at 4:20? Actually, is there a clock they go by or something? I guess the OS clock is good enough?

I don't really like time released things, but I'm going to bite on this.

[Mr. Sandman]

How exactly do you go about ordering it at exactly 4:20? Just checkout at 4:20 or add it to your cart at 4:20? Actually, is there a clock they go by or something? I guess the OS clock is good enough? I don't really like time released things, but I'm going to bite on this.

Use the OS clock and click Submit Order at any time during the 4:20 minute.

[Mr. Sandman]

Oh if only LPs were $6.50 again.

[Verano]

I was never into metal until I discovered Mastodon a few months ago and I realized there must be a niche here for me. The Hunter got me into them, but Leviathan and Crack the Skye are the records that really impressed me. Been recommended Baroness, love them too. Looking forward to their new album. So, metal-gaf, are there other bands I should give a chance now? I'm really looking for more records like Leviathan : fast paced, with a ton of great riffs.

check out these guys then:
The Sword, Cavalera Conspiracy, Pantera, Torche, Cattle Decapitation (go extreme bro), and Divine Heresy.

[Creamium]

Thanks for all the recommendations guys. Started up a spotify list, looks like I'm set up for a while.

Well you can also check out remission and blood mountain?

I have, but I don't think they're as consistent as Leviathan or Crack the Skye. They do have some of my favorites (March of the fire ants, Colony of Birchmen, Sleeping Giant).

[Spectacular Dr Dawg]

Scott Caroll from Cianide talks to Chris Reifert from Autopsy. Pretty funny interview.

In other news, I just pre-ordered Abhorrence: Completely Vulgar from Svart Records. Can't wait to hear the demo.

[Gr1mLock]

Thanks for all the recommendations guys. Started up a spotify list, looks like I'm set up for a while. I have, but I don't think they're as consistent as Leviathan or Crack the Skye. They do have some of my favorites (March of the fire ants, Colony of Birchmen, Sleeping Giant).

They grow on you. Blood mountain is vastly underrated.

[Giant Robot]

Scott Caroll from Cianide talks to Chris Reifert from Autopsy. Pretty funny interview. In other news, I just pre-ordered Abhorrence: Completely Vulgar from Svart Records. Can't wait to hear the demo.

Reifert is so awesome. He called me a "shiteater" when I met him at a show a long time ago.

[e_i]

Arrghh! The Storm Corrosion Limited Edition with autographed poster has been slightly delayed (because of the poster).

[Mr. Sandman]

Arrghh! The Storm Corrosion Limited Edition with autographed poster has been slightly delayed (because of the poster).

And they only sent mp3s in 256kbps. For some reason I thought they were supposed to be 320kbps

[e_i]

And they only sent mp3s in 256kbps. For some reason I thought they were supposed to be 320kbps

From the listing:

Double LP set of the self-titled album with exclusive artwork 180g black virgin vinyl in gatefold jacket Digital download of high quality FLAC files of the album 24" x 36" fold-out poster of exclusive artwork Receive a digital download of the album the day BEFORE release 5.1 audio mix of the album Two exclusive demo tracks and five instrumentals The full album on CD Over 2.5 hours of music

FLAC...not 256 mp3s! Stupid Roadrunner. I guess I'll wait until I get the CD and make 320 or FLAC rips.

[Mr. Sandman]

FLAC...not 256 mp3s! Stupid Roadrunner. I guess I'll wait until I get the CD and make 320 or FLAC rips.

I think the FLAC comes as a download card from the LP, the early release mp3s were a separate item I remember.

[e_i]

I think the FLAC comes as a download card from the LP, the early release mp3s were a separate item I remember.

Oh...so there two downloadable copies.

I really hope that the album's delay is only a day or two.

[NGAMER9]

256 kbps is pretty weak. I would think there's a leak out there in better quality. If not, my CD got shipped super early for whatever reason (got it Thursday), so I'll rip a FLAC for any impatient audiophiles.

I'm still really enjoying the album, it's certainly not an album to just turn on and listen to whenever, but if it fits the mood, it's a great listen.

[NGAMER9]

Double post, whoops

[RDreamer]

I sent a complaint email, and they sent back that the email was supposed to go out a week or so ago, so the delay isn't quite as bad. They said it should be sent out today or tomorrow, not next week. Still really annoyed by the whole thing since those that ordered from Stereoboutique in other countries got it sent to them and received it a few days ago (or will this week) and will get the autographed poster later.

[Mr. Sandman]

Yep, I just got my shipment confirmation.....and they shipped it 3 day mail when I only paid for standard ground.

[RDreamer]

I just got my shipment confirmation too, but it says standard ground.

Just checked, though, and it's coming from IL (I'm in WI), and so it'll apparently be here tomorrow. Wow.

[DieNgamers]

I was never into metal until I discovered Mastodon a few months ago and I realized there must be a niche here for me. The Hunter got me into them, but Leviathan and Crack the Skye are the records that really impressed me. Been recommended Baroness, love them too. Looking forward to their new album. So, metal-gaf, are there other bands I should give a chance now? I'm really looking for more records like Leviathan : fast paced, with a ton of great riffs.

Not the same sound at all but try High on Fire's "Death Is This Communion" or the new one, "De Vermis Mysteriis". : )

On another note...Man, I'm still totally stuck in a stoner/doom/heavy mood. Those are 3 of my hymns right now:
A Funeral Request
Brother in the wind
Some you win some you lose
and of course: Dopesmoker live a few days ago
I'm going to see this tomorrow, yeaaah!

[e_i]

I just got my shipment confirmation too, but it says standard ground. Just checked, though, and it's coming from IL (I'm in WI), and so it'll apparently be here tomorrow. Wow.

Yep...mine shipped and is getting here tomorrow.


I've been listening to the Trioscapes album. Great stuff.

[HammerOfThor]

So I just found out the new Testament album was delayed to July :'(

Any thrash or power coming out this year? All I cant think of is Testament and Manowar.

[Mr. Sandman]

So I just found out the new Testament album was delayed to July :'( Any thrash or power coming out this year? All I cant think of is Testament and Manowar.

Overkill just released a new album.

[maxxpower]

So I just found out the new Testament album was delayed to July :'( Any thrash or power coming out this year? All I cant think of is Testament and Manowar.

Pharaoh - Bury the Light.

[Gaspode_T]

New Gojira = mind blowing...jaw is on the floor

http://pitchfork.com/reviews/tracks/...nfant-sauvage/

(Press the little play button and wait about 10 secs)

[ShaneB]

Pharaoh - Bury the Light.

Awesome album.

[Tess3ract]

New Gojira = mind blowing...jaw is on the floor http://pitchfork.com/reviews/tracks/...nfant-sauvage/ (Press the little play button and wait about 10 secs)

That was pretty good. Hyped.

[faridmon]

Any great Melodic Death Metal release so far this year? Dark Tranquillity released an EP which I am not sort of excited about since many of the tracks were available in the collector’s edition of their album We are the Void.

[Gaspode_T]

Engel's new cd is the only to come to mind...they are so so but Gothenburg cred

[Ixion]

Just listened to the album A Sombre Dance by Estatic Fear. It's probably one of the best albums I've heard. I'm sure most of you guys know about it already, but it's basically Symphonic/Folk Metal with some Black/Death/Doom touches.

Check out this masterpiece:

Estatic Fear - Chapter IV

They only released two albums in the late 90s, which are both considered classics. This is their second one, so I need to check out their first album, Somnium Obmutum.

[Ecrofirt]

So, I'm both excited and nervous.

I've got interviews this weekend with David Ellefson and John 5.

Neither band (Megadeth, rob Zombie) has had too much information yet about their next albums, so I can definitely go somewhere with that. It's just a bit of a nerve-wracking thing to try to come up with some stuff to talk with these guys about.

[Creamium]

Not the same sound at all but try High on Fire's "Death Is This Communion" or the new one, "De Vermis Mysteriis". : )

High on Fire is the first band I tried out, and I'm really starting to dig Mysteriis. Haven't listened to the album you mentioned, but 'Snakes for the Divine' also kicks ass from what I've heard of it. Title track (dat intro :o) and Bastard Samurai are boss.

[EnderWiggles]

Any great Melodic Death Metal release so far this year? Dark Tranquility released an EP which I am not sort of excited about since many of the tracks were availible in the collectors edition of their album We are the Void.

Be'lakor - Of Breath and Bone

Edit: Oh, and these have already been released:

Before The Dawn - Rise of the Phoenix
Rise To Fall - Defying The Gods

[Mr. Sandman]

Speaking of High On Fire, Southern Lord just posted this....

[maxxpower]

Just listened to the album A Sombre Dance by Estatic Fear. It's probably one of the best albums I've heard. I'm sure most of you guys know about it already, but it's basically Symphonic/Folk Metal with some Black/Death/Doom touches. Check out this masterpiece: Estatic Fear - Chapter IV They only released two albums in the late 90s, which are both considered classics. This is their second one, so I need to check out their first album, Somnium Obmutum.

Amazing albums, both of them, but they can be quite a dense listen.

[Hydranockz]

Ensiferum announced their European tour dates.

Bearers Of The Sword Tour 2012 Supports. Profane Omen and TBA 14.09.2012 Germany Garage Saarbrücken 15.09.2012 Belgium Hof Ter Lo Antwerpen 16.09.2012 Netherlands Metropool Hengelo 18.09.2012 UK O2 Academy Islington London 19.09.2012 UK Moho Manchester 20.09.2012 Ireland Button Factory Dublin 21.09.2012 UK Rescue Rooms Nottingham 23.09.2012 France La Machine Paris 24.09.2012 France tbc 25.09.2012 France Le Bikini Toulouse 26.09.2012 Spain Razzmatazz2 Barcelona 27.09.2012 Spain Caracoö / Arena Madrid 28.09.2012 Spain Totem Pamplona 30.09.2012 Switzerland Z7 Pratteln 01.10.2012 Italy RocknRoll Club Romagnano (Novara) 02.10.2012 Germany Basterd Club Osnabrück 03.10.2012 Germany Lido Berlin 04.10.2012 Austria Szene Wien 05.10.2012 Croatia Boogalo Small Zagreb 06.10.2012 Czech Republic MORC Zlin 07.10.2012 Hungary 202 Budapest 09.10.2012 Slovenia Gala Hall Ljubljana 11.10.2012 Poland Mega Club Katowice 12.10.2012 Germany Messehalle Straubing 13.10.2012 Germany Alte Spinnerei Glauchau 14.10.2012 Germany Zeche Bochum 16.10.2012 Sweden Brewhouse Gothenburg 17.10.2012 Norway John Dee Oslo 18.10.2012 Sweden Göta Källere Stockholm

Didn't expect them back in Dublin so soon but will be glad to have a gig to go to. Are Profane Omen any good?

[Verano]

Any great Melodic Death Meatl release so far this year? Dark Tranquility released an EP which I am not sort of excited about since many of the tracks were availible in the collectors edition of their album We are the Void.

must be a new genre of metal in bizarro world.

[Giant Robot]

Speaking of High On Fire, Southern Lord just posted this....

About fucking time. Where do you see that on Southern Lord? The best HOF album I'd say. This is the 3rd release/different cover art now for Art of Self Defense I believe. I only have the demo and never grabbed the actual first print of the album :(

speaking of HOF, my Sleep order just shipped today! Way earlier than expected. 3 weeks ahead actually.

[Mr. Sandman]

About fucking time. Where do you see that on Southern Lord? The best HOF album I'd say. This is the 3rd release/different cover art now for Art of Self Defense I believe. I only have the demo and never grabbed the actual first print of the album :( speaking of HOF, my Sleep order just shipped today! Way earlier than expected. 3 weeks ahead actually.

It was posted to their facebook.

[e_i]

Storm Corrosion's Blu-ray = I came! Absolutely AWESOME. Mindblowing. If you get this version, listen to the Blu-ray first.

Autographed poster (I had to weigh it down):


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Poster that comes with the vinyls:



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