Yoni Madar – Rhythmic Drum Solo

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Had to post this video. I’d never seen Yoni Madar play drums prior to seeing this video by Meinl Cymbals but I’ll certainly remember his playing! Drum solos are somewhat hit and miss for me and I’ve never really been into trying to play solos or composing solos, although I have to say this one … Read more

Album Review – Accept – The Rise of Chaos

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Way back, I remember thinking that a couple of Accept albums were really cool. The Metal Heart album really got my attention… and I also remember hearing a live clip of the title track back then… Even thought I’ve always remembered some of their classics Accept fell way back into my memory. The last few … Read more

Some of my favorite music of 2016

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For me, 2016 had some really great releases! I thought I’d write a few of them down here for fun. This isn’t really a review or an ordered list… but it just lists (in no order) some of my favorite albums in the last year. Anthrax – For All Kings This one was released early … Read more

The Black Crowes – By Your Side

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The Black Crowes… one of my absolutely favourite rock ‘n roll bands… all time. Just incredible. When By Your Side came out I was a fan, but this is where I really caught the fever and literally couldn’t get enough. This album was so infectious to me, a real “live band feel” on the album … Read more