The Heavy Metal & Rock Thread

cataclysm · 10th February 2013, 21:02

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Originally Posted by cataclysm

So who all are going to the FLY festival? Anthrax, Mastodon, Deep Purple and Nervecell! Should be fun but sadly I'll have to give it a miss.

And it's off! Wonder why? Read more

Wolfheart · 19th February 2013, 21:29

What a massive farce that was. Percept should just stick to their crappy Dance Music Festival and keep away from Metal. I was so eager to see Thrax, Mastodon and Deep Purple.

Did anybody else go for Gojira in December?

slalom · 20th February 2013, 09:19

http://www.youtube.com/devicetheband

cataclysm · 21st February 2013, 14:03

Looks like Dave Lombardo is not going to be a part of Slayer anymore

This is what he had posted on facebook just before their Australian tour.

"Statement From Dave Lombardo Regarding Slayer Australian Tour 2013

I want to personally apologize to all of our fans in Australia who have bought tickets for the tour expecting to see me in my usual place on the drums.

So that you all know the truth, as of the end of the business day on February 14th, I was notified that I would not be drumming for the tour in Australia. I’m saddened, and to be honest I am shocked by the situation.

Last year, I discovered 90% of Slayer’s tour income was being deducted as expenses including the professional fees paid to management, costing the band millions of dollars and leaving 10% or less to split amongst the four of us. In my opinion, this is not the way a band’s business should operate. I tried rectifying it by letting my band mates know, and Tom and I hired auditors to figure out what happened, but I was denied access to detailed information and the necessary back up documents.

I spent the Christmas and New Year holidays realizing I had toured all over the world in 2012, but yet, had not been paid (except a small advance) or provided a proper accounting for a full year's sweat and blood. On top of this, I was told that I would not be paid until I signed a long form contract which gave me no written assurance of how much or on what basis management would deduct commissions, nor did it provide me access to the financial budgets or records for review. It also forbade me to do interviews or make statements having to do with the band, in effect a gagging order.

Last Monday, I sat down with Kerry and Tom to rehearse for Australia and to propose a new business model that I felt was the best way forward for Slayer to confidently protect itself so we could do what we do best . . . play for the fans. Kerry made it clear he wasn’t interested in making changes and said if I wanted to argue the point, he would find another drummer. On Thursday, I arrived at rehearsals at 1 pm as scheduled, but Kerry did not show. Rather, at 6:24 pm I received an email from the lawyers saying I was being replaced for the Australian dates.

I remain hopeful that we can resolve our issues. But once again, I sincerely apologize to all of our fans in Australia who spent their money expecting to see the 3 of us original Slayer members.
I look forward to seeing you in the future.

Sincerely,
Dave Lombardo"

deathwalkr · 22nd February 2013, 11:05

did not bill ward go through something similar with sabbath recently? :(

cataclysm · 22nd February 2013, 12:28

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Originally Posted by deathwalkr

did not bill ward go through something similar with sabbath recently? :(

Yup! People are comparing the Sabbath situation with Slayer now! Almost everywhere it says "Like Sabbath, now Slayer"

Wolfheart · 3rd March 2013, 16:31

Dave Lombardo is a maestro. Check out his work with Fantomas and Philm too.

cataclysm · 13th March 2013, 11:10

Anyone for some death metal pop covers?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=078ZOlelWk0

ampere · 13th March 2013, 22:04

Clive Burr the first Maiden drummer passes away. He was suffering from Multiple Sclerosis. For those who only associate Nicko with Maiden drums, the best Maiden album had Clive on the drums.

"Hallowed by Thy Name" still gives me goosebumps.

Really a sad day.

http://ironmaiden.com/former-iron-ma...sses-away.html

Abhay · 14th March 2013, 11:50

Sad to hear that. Nicko is a legend but the the drumming on that album is great, especially he fills on 'Hallowed be..'

cataclysm · 3rd May 2013, 10:50

So Jeff Hanneman is dead from liver failure! RIP Jeff, it's a sad day. More here

I will listen to Slayer all day long today!

kap04 · 3rd May 2013, 17:07

Dark Tranquility announced for Bangalore Open Air.

Abhay · 5th May 2013, 11:18

As much as I am thrash-metal head, never really got into Slayer apart from a couple of their earlier albums. Still, a huge influence on many bands and genres...Jeff was definitely the better guitarist/musician out of the 2. I should go listen to Reign in Blood and Seasons in the Abyss.

Yeah not really happy with BOA picks till now. although DT are good.

cataclysm · 5th May 2013, 19:25

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Originally Posted by Abhay

Yeah not really happy with BOA picks till now. although DT are good.

I like DT but what I am looking forward to is Animals as Leaders! Absolutely love them! Black metal fans can rejoice too, Ihsahn would be playing there.

Wolfheart · 7th May 2013, 15:38

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Originally Posted by Abhay

As much as I am thrash-metal head, never really got into Slayer apart from a couple of their earlier albums. Still, a huge influence on many bands and genres...Jeff was definitely the better guitarist/musician out of the 2. I should go listen to Reign in Blood and Seasons in the Abyss.

Yeah not really happy with BOA picks till now. although DT are good.

Abhay, I've got this app on my phone called Tunein Radio. It gives me access to thousands of radio stations worldwide. There's one in particular called "Thrash Metal - Rockradio.com". Just take my word for it and get access to it ASAP. It's Thrash Metal heaven (or Valhalla if you please) 24/7.

19th February 2013, 21:29	#917
Wolfheart BHPian Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Bombay Posts: 160 Thanked: 28 Times	re: The Heavy Metal & Rock Thread What a massive farce that was. Percept should just stick to their crappy Dance Music Festival and keep away from Metal. I was so eager to see Thrax, Mastodon and Deep Purple. Did anybody else go for Gojira in December?
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20th February 2013, 09:19	#918
slalom BHPian Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: " Deep " in God's Own Country !! Posts: 199 Thanked: 138 Times	re: The Heavy Metal & Rock Thread http://www.youtube.com/devicetheband Last edited by slalom : 20th February 2013 at 09:23.
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21st February 2013, 14:03	#919
cataclysm BHPian Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Chandigarh Posts: 198 Thanked: 544 Times	re: The Heavy Metal & Rock Thread Looks like Dave Lombardo is not going to be a part of Slayer anymore This is what he had posted on facebook just before their Australian tour. "Statement From Dave Lombardo Regarding Slayer Australian Tour 2013 I want to personally apologize to all of our fans in Australia who have bought tickets for the tour expecting to see me in my usual place on the drums. So that you all know the truth, as of the end of the business day on February 14th, I was notified that I would not be drumming for the tour in Australia. I’m saddened, and to be honest I am shocked by the situation. Last year, I discovered 90% of Slayer’s tour income was being deducted as expenses including the professional fees paid to management, costing the band millions of dollars and leaving 10% or less to split amongst the four of us. In my opinion, this is not the way a band’s business should operate. I tried rectifying it by letting my band mates know, and Tom and I hired auditors to figure out what happened, but I was denied access to detailed information and the necessary back up documents. I spent the Christmas and New Year holidays realizing I had toured all over the world in 2012, but yet, had not been paid (except a small advance) or provided a proper accounting for a full year's sweat and blood. On top of this, I was told that I would not be paid until I signed a long form contract which gave me no written assurance of how much or on what basis management would deduct commissions, nor did it provide me access to the financial budgets or records for review. It also forbade me to do interviews or make statements having to do with the band, in effect a gagging order. Last Monday, I sat down with Kerry and Tom to rehearse for Australia and to propose a new business model that I felt was the best way forward for Slayer to confidently protect itself so we could do what we do best . . . play for the fans. Kerry made it clear he wasn’t interested in making changes and said if I wanted to argue the point, he would find another drummer. On Thursday, I arrived at rehearsals at 1 pm as scheduled, but Kerry did not show. Rather, at 6:24 pm I received an email from the lawyers saying I was being replaced for the Australian dates. I remain hopeful that we can resolve our issues. But once again, I sincerely apologize to all of our fans in Australia who spent their money expecting to see the 3 of us original Slayer members. I look forward to seeing you in the future. Sincerely, Dave Lombardo"
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22nd February 2013, 11:05	#920
deathwalkr Senior - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Trivandrum Posts: 1,284 Thanked: 4,145 Times View My Garage	re: The Heavy Metal & Rock Thread did not bill ward go through something similar with sabbath recently? :(
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3rd March 2013, 16:31	#922
Wolfheart BHPian Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Bombay Posts: 160 Thanked: 28 Times	re: The Heavy Metal & Rock Thread Dave Lombardo is a maestro. Check out his work with Fantomas and Philm too.
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13th March 2013, 22:04	#924
ampere Team-BHP Support Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 17,952 Thanked: 12,944 Times View My Garage	re: The Heavy Metal & Rock Thread Clive Burr the first Maiden drummer passes away. He was suffering from Multiple Sclerosis. For those who only associate Nicko with Maiden drums, the best Maiden album had Clive on the drums. "Hallowed by Thy Name" still gives me goosebumps. Really a sad day. http://ironmaiden.com/former-iron-ma...sses-away.html
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14th March 2013, 11:50	#925
Abhay BHPian Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pune Posts: 727 Thanked: 11 Times	re: The Heavy Metal & Rock Thread Sad to hear that. Nicko is a legend but the the drumming on that album is great, especially he fills on 'Hallowed be..'
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3rd May 2013, 10:50	#926
cataclysm BHPian Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Chandigarh Posts: 198 Thanked: 544 Times	So Jeff Hanneman is dead from liver failure! RIP Jeff, it's a sad day. More here I will listen to Slayer all day long today! Last edited by noopster : 5th May 2013 at 13:43.
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3rd May 2013, 17:07	#927
kap04 BHPian Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Bangalore Posts: 245 Thanked: 235 Times	Dark Tranquility announced for Bangalore Open Air.
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5th May 2013, 11:18	#928
Abhay BHPian Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pune Posts: 727 Thanked: 11 Times	re: The Heavy Metal & Rock Thread As much as I am thrash-metal head, never really got into Slayer apart from a couple of their earlier albums. Still, a huge influence on many bands and genres...Jeff was definitely the better guitarist/musician out of the 2. I should go listen to Reign in Blood and Seasons in the Abyss. Yeah not really happy with BOA picks till now. although DT are good.
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