By: Kory Kasler, Promotions Director
My family, not being into metal like I am, is constantly asking me things like: “What is he saying?” or “Are those supposed to be words?” when I am listening to something from the metal portion of my music library.
For this post, I’ve made a list of some of my favorite metal artists for any metal-loving Rock Lobsters who know that, yes, they are words.
1. Skeletonwitch
Being from Athens, I have been around Skeletonwitch for a long time. While I wasn’t around in 2004 when they came together, they became my favorite band after I purchased Beyond the Permafrost from the Haffa's Records metal section.
Their music is unique in that it doesn’t fit neatly into a certain genre; as, they combine elements of thrash, black metal, death metal, and other genres to put together some of the best blackened thrash music out there.
2. Toxic Holocaust
Toxic Holocaust is probably my favorite purely thrash band. There really isn’t much to say about them except that if you’re looking for some fast and intense thrash metal, then Toxic Holocaust is for you.
3. Horde
Say what you want about religious metal music, but it’s hard to deny that when it comes down to music alone, Horde is one of the best black metal bands out there in my opinion. Being around during the early part of the rise of black metal, they have the classic black metal sound: fast blast beat drumming, harsh, shrieked vocals, and foreboding chord progressions.
4. False
It’s always nice to see a band with a good female vocalist, and False is one of the best. If you’re looking for good, modern black metal, False is a great choice. Once again, great guitar, fast drums, and solid vocals.
5. Hilariously Disgusting Album/Song Titles
There are endless band, song, and album titles that are so disgusting and so ridiculous that you can’t help but laugh at them. The music is less-than-stellar, to say the least, but it’s fun to cruise YouTube looking for funny/disgusting song titles like Gutrot’s “Gorging on Menstrual Chunks” or Spermswamp’s “Fermented Anal Nectar.” Come on, you know it made you laugh (or throw up.)
Friday, October 21, 2011
Monday, October 17, 2011
Kevin's Recs: Pirate Metal, Catchy Choruses and Other Delights
By: Kevin Rutherford, Editorial Director
1. "Newlands" - Justice
Justice - Newlands by FranklinP
It's tough to choose a favorite track off what might be the best electronic record of 2011, but this song is certainly a candidate. "Newlands" not only showcases Justice's growing predilection toward guitars, but also lets us know that they've become quite good at the instrument, too. Cap it off with an earworm of a chorus, and you have a song that will be played at dance parties well into the new year.
2. "Untitled" - Pearl and the Beard
These always-the-object-of-my-affection Brooklynites have a new song. Don't miss if you're a fan of cello, glasses, stupendous beards, or purely spectacular vocal performances. While the trio consists of three of the funniest individuals I've ever had the pleasure of interviewing, it also consists of three of the most passionate musicians I've met.
See them live.
Immediately.
3. "The Soft Voices Die" - Apparat
Talk about your unfair first impressions. When I first heard a few songs from German musician Apparat's new record The Devil's Walk, I was unmoved. I revisited the album for the purpose of reviewing it and was floored. The way Apparat can weave strings, piano, synths and his somber voice together into a patchwork of atmospheric songs is breathtaking. One of the best records of 2011.
4. "Get it Daddy" - Sleeper Agent
Say hello to the newest female-fronted indie rock darlings. Apparently, they don't like pinatas.
5. "Die" - Girls
Some were turned off by this cut from Girls' mesmerizing new record, Father, Son, Holy Ghost. I, on the other hand, dig it immensely. Sure, it's a step to the side of most of the band's other material, which would normally be something to criticize. But when your riffs are this delicious, it's hard to complain.
6. "Michael Jackson" - Das Racist
"I'm fucking great at rapppppiiiing!"
It doesn't matter how much you may think you hate this song right now. The refrain of "Michael Jackson! One million dollars!" will be stuck in your head for hours.
You feel me?
7. "Island in the Sun" - Weezer
RIP, Mikey Welsh.
8. "It's So Cold in the D" - T-Baby
The pride of Detroit.
9. "Homeward, These Shoes" - Iron & Wine
Sometimes you listen to a song and think, "This is way too long." Sometimes you think the exact opposite.
"Homeward, These Shoes" exemplifies the latter.
10. "Captain Morgan's Revenge" - Alestorm
What's that? You weren't aware 'pirate metal' existed? Prepare to be enlightened.
1. "Newlands" - Justice
Justice - Newlands by FranklinP
It's tough to choose a favorite track off what might be the best electronic record of 2011, but this song is certainly a candidate. "Newlands" not only showcases Justice's growing predilection toward guitars, but also lets us know that they've become quite good at the instrument, too. Cap it off with an earworm of a chorus, and you have a song that will be played at dance parties well into the new year.
2. "Untitled" - Pearl and the Beard
These always-the-object-of-my-affection Brooklynites have a new song. Don't miss if you're a fan of cello, glasses, stupendous beards, or purely spectacular vocal performances. While the trio consists of three of the funniest individuals I've ever had the pleasure of interviewing, it also consists of three of the most passionate musicians I've met.
See them live.
Immediately.
3. "The Soft Voices Die" - Apparat
Talk about your unfair first impressions. When I first heard a few songs from German musician Apparat's new record The Devil's Walk, I was unmoved. I revisited the album for the purpose of reviewing it and was floored. The way Apparat can weave strings, piano, synths and his somber voice together into a patchwork of atmospheric songs is breathtaking. One of the best records of 2011.
4. "Get it Daddy" - Sleeper Agent
Say hello to the newest female-fronted indie rock darlings. Apparently, they don't like pinatas.
5. "Die" - Girls
Some were turned off by this cut from Girls' mesmerizing new record, Father, Son, Holy Ghost. I, on the other hand, dig it immensely. Sure, it's a step to the side of most of the band's other material, which would normally be something to criticize. But when your riffs are this delicious, it's hard to complain.
6. "Michael Jackson" - Das Racist
"I'm fucking great at rapppppiiiing!"
It doesn't matter how much you may think you hate this song right now. The refrain of "Michael Jackson! One million dollars!" will be stuck in your head for hours.
You feel me?
7. "Island in the Sun" - Weezer
RIP, Mikey Welsh.
8. "It's So Cold in the D" - T-Baby
The pride of Detroit.
9. "Homeward, These Shoes" - Iron & Wine
Sometimes you listen to a song and think, "This is way too long." Sometimes you think the exact opposite.
"Homeward, These Shoes" exemplifies the latter.
10. "Captain Morgan's Revenge" - Alestorm
What's that? You weren't aware 'pirate metal' existed? Prepare to be enlightened.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Joe's Recs: 5 Classic Songs to Piss Off Your Hip Roommate
By: Joe Amlung, Programming Director
It’s a Friday night, your roommate is forcing you to listen to that same mix consisting of Tyler the Creator and Dubsteb (something about the beats' being good.) You just happen to be on your third Vanilla Coke, so you have some sugar-induced confidence going, and you’ve heard enough from “some band you’ve probably never heard of."
So, it’s time to take action: It’s time to take over the playlist, and--as an added bonus--annoy the hell out of your roommate.
Here are 5 classic songs that are sure to drive them crazy.
1. "Purple Rain" - Prince
By itself, this song seems harmless. I mean, come on, everyone loves Prince’s sexy reverb-drenched voice. The key here is to play it every time the word “purple,” is said in conversation. Trust me, it comes up more than you’d think. They’ll be in tears by the time they hear that epic guitar solo for the third time.
2. "More than a Feeling" - Boston
No explanation needed here. Just make sure you play air guitar.
3. "Feliz Navidad" – Jose Feliciano
Bonus point’s if it isn’t the holiday season.
4. "When I Come Around" - Green Day
The kicker here is they’ll have to pretend they hate it. No self-respecting music “aficionado” will ever admit they enjoy a song by Green Day. It’ll drive them crazy trying to hide the smile from their face.
5. "Hotel California" – The Eagles
The dude said it best, “I hate the ******* Eagles, man!” Also, you’ll need to pretend you’re The Jesus (also from the Big Lebowski). The Jesus is introduced earlier in the movie with a cover of Hotel California in the background. Granted, that cover is better than the original, but your roommate won’t be happy that you’re not respecting “The Dude."
It’s a Friday night, your roommate is forcing you to listen to that same mix consisting of Tyler the Creator and Dubsteb (something about the beats' being good.) You just happen to be on your third Vanilla Coke, so you have some sugar-induced confidence going, and you’ve heard enough from “some band you’ve probably never heard of."
So, it’s time to take action: It’s time to take over the playlist, and--as an added bonus--annoy the hell out of your roommate.
Here are 5 classic songs that are sure to drive them crazy.
1. "Purple Rain" - Prince
By itself, this song seems harmless. I mean, come on, everyone loves Prince’s sexy reverb-drenched voice. The key here is to play it every time the word “purple,” is said in conversation. Trust me, it comes up more than you’d think. They’ll be in tears by the time they hear that epic guitar solo for the third time.
2. "More than a Feeling" - Boston
No explanation needed here. Just make sure you play air guitar.
3. "Feliz Navidad" – Jose Feliciano
Bonus point’s if it isn’t the holiday season.
4. "When I Come Around" - Green Day
The kicker here is they’ll have to pretend they hate it. No self-respecting music “aficionado” will ever admit they enjoy a song by Green Day. It’ll drive them crazy trying to hide the smile from their face.
5. "Hotel California" – The Eagles
The dude said it best, “I hate the ******* Eagles, man!” Also, you’ll need to pretend you’re The Jesus (also from the Big Lebowski). The Jesus is introduced earlier in the movie with a cover of Hotel California in the background. Granted, that cover is better than the original, but your roommate won’t be happy that you’re not respecting “The Dude."
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