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Queensrÿche at Baltimore Soundstage
15 years ago, by accident, I stumbled upon a copy of Queensrÿche's Greatest Hits album. Enticed by their logo, I took a chance on their music. To say I was…
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CD Review: “In His Infernal Majesty’s Service” by Witchery
Blackened thrash metal supergroup Witchery return after a six year absence with its sixth hellish offering, In His Infernal Majesty's Service. “Lavey-athan” storms from the abyss like a demon ready…
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CD Review: ‘The Similitude Of A Dream’ by The Neal Morse Band
It’s been a long day. A very long day. But luckily, The Neal Morse Band’s newest release, an immense double-LP concept album, The Similitude Of A Dream, is the perfect…
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CD Review: “Dim Days Of Dolor” by Sirenia
Sirenia's newest release, Dim Days Of Dolor, is a majestic journey of heavy twists and melodic turns. This record marks the debut of Emmanuelle Zoldan as lead female vocalist. Zoldan…
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CD Review: “The Serpent Only Lies” by Crowbar
The Masters of Sludge get back to the basics on their 11th record, The Serpent Only Lies. The return of Todd Strange may play a role in this as Crowbar…
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CD Review: “Maximalism” by AMARANTHE
Electronica meets death metal on AMARANTHE's fourth record, Maximalism. The first half of Maximalism is accessible metal with poppy hooks and choruses. The initial track “Maximize” opens with a driving…
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Jenn Grinels at Deer Creek House Concerts in Baltimore
My wife and I had the honor recently of attending a private performance by national touring artist, Jenn Grinels, put on in the Baltimore area by Deer Creek House Concerts. …
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The Temperance Movement rocks Baltimore Soundstage
Last Sunday evening, Scottish rockers The Temperance Movement, brought a wave of good feelings to the U.S.'s East Coast when they played the Baltimore Soundstage. Supported by The Sheepdogs, and…
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CD Review: “Five” by The Agonist
The Agonist stay on the deathcore path with its newest release, Five. The band's brand of melodic deathcore is contrived at this point with the group opting to play by…
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CD Review: ‘Generation Vulture’ by JUD
If you’re not familiar with David Judson Clemmons, now is time for a change. He’s emerged in various incarnations throughout the years, as showcased in our Artist Spotlight write-up. On…