Something’s been on my mind as of late. I mean, this comes up all the time, so it’s not new ground to be covered by any means, but anyways, here’s what I’m thinking: Q: As promoters, club owners or musicians, is there really any merit to making patrons (showgoers) feel obligated to stay for every … More Your “Obligations” as a Patron and/or Musician of “The Scene”
Written by Tyler Hammer* Nightfear are a metal/hardcore band hailing from Pennsylvania and they’ve been creeping around the east coast chopping heads for a couple years now. Their newest release which dropped August 4, entitled Cryptasm, really showcases the band in a proper light compared to previous recordings. With three guitarists, this six piece creates some honest … More Album Review: Nightfear- Cryptasm
Welcome to our 2017 show listings! Please scroll down and browse all the awesome local metal gigs we have coming our way. If we’ve forgotten a show you’d like to see on this list, please write to us either in the comments below or in a private message on Facebook. Thanks! AUGUST August 18, 2017- Hage … More Comin’ In Hot! (Weekly Show Announcements)
Man, people hate me for liking this band. I mean, don’t get me wrong; they have fans. It’s just that a lot of people seem to have an easier time shitting on bands they don’t like, as opposed to promoting bands that they dig. This is truly becoming one nation under the guise of a … More (UNPROFESSIONAL) Album Review: I’m From the Government and I’m Here to Help- Damage Control
Anyone from the Buffalo area that’s familiar with this band, already knows what their new album, Into Abyss is going to sound like. If you picked up The Ravaging a few years back, feel free to use it as a reference. Cain is one of the most focused, no nonsense bands to ever grace Buffalo’s metal scene and Into Abyss picks … More Album Review: Cain- Into Abyss
Rochester has a plethora of incredibly talented metal bands and Ancalagon are no exception. Formed in 2013, Ancalagon offer a unique brand of melodic black metal, rich was tasteful guitar leads and harmonies, delicious reverb soaked raspy vocals, punishing riffs and quick to the kill drumming. Their latest release, Gateway Specter, delivers 9 ultra aggressive, yet serenading … More Album Review: Ancalagon- Gateway Specter
I’m extremely excited to announce that I have in my possession, Into a New Era, the debut full length album by local melodic death metallers, After the Storm. But if you want my honest opinion, it’s that I’m very disappointed by it. Don’t get me wrong. I’m not disappointed in the music or vocals- both are top … More Album Review: After the Storm- Into a New Era
