Metal Gatekeepers: a rant
Metal review sites have the ability to damage metal as a whole, but sometimes seem bent on taking lazy potshots and bands and genres to score points.
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The humanity of metal at the Warfield
30 years ago, before entering recovery, I witnessed Swervedriver, MonsterMagnet, and Soundgarden at the Warfield in San Francisco. This experience marked a shift in the rock scene and challenged my prejudices. Recent incidents within the heavy music community, from confronting toxic behavior to embracing diverse viewpoints, reflect the ongoing evolution and values of the genre.
Read More The humanity of metal at the WarfieldIt Can’t Happen Here…
The Mothers of Invention: Freak Out!. One of THE greatest, most game-changing albums of all time. Give it a listen some time. I’m not gonna tell you why, or admonish you for not giving it the effort. I’m just putting it out there, man, so you can make your own decision, come up with your […]
Read More It Can’t Happen Here…Roe Vs. Wade: brief thoughts
My newbie-doomer, who has a pretty cool job, told me one of her employees needed to take the afternoon off and cry. I said, “That won’t help. Now’s not the time to hide in a safe room.” Newbies reaction, real and deep, told me that it’s time for me to STFU. Just for now. See, […]
Read More Roe Vs. Wade: brief thoughtsMammoth Weed Wizard Bastard- The Harvest
I’ve always liked Mammoth Weed Wizard Bastard. I’ve always respected them, listened to them, and added them to a few playlists. But I could never get past the silly name. No matter how ‘thru the veil’ Jessica’s singing sounded, how it gave me a rush and a tingle, they just didn’t win me over the […]
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