Eden Exile.

Deciding to offer a post staying true to what is currently posted, this will be a continuation until the change is implemented.


Going to the British Goth Metal foundations, takes lead to one band named 'Paradise Lost'. They have been known to be the pioneers of the Goth Metal genre. And from their discography, they can certainly back that up.


They started off as so many currently, with the first 3 albums being Goth/Death Metal. Consisting of grunt vocals and heavy guitar's. Albums under this are dubbed 'Lost Paradise', 'Gothic' and 'Shades of God'. But during their 4th album, 'Icon', they took more of a Goth/Metal approach which further expanded on their sound. And this is the form they have remained with since. Granted, some albums are more heavy than others, but the general sound is consistent. The albums released for this is 'Icon', 'Draconian Times', 'One Second', 'Host', 'Believe in Nothing', 'Symbol of Life', self Titled 'Paradise Lost' and 'In Requiem'.

Judging from the album listings, they have done rather well for themselves. So their sound must have some kick. They have been around long enough, pioneered a specific genre and have excelled within it. You could say that Paradise Lost has been some form of inspiration for a majority of the European Goth/Metal Bands.

So check them out: Paradise Lost

Their Website (contains MP3 Samples of all current material): ParadiseLost


And as of late, the band is interested in producing a Limited Edition book. Based on their material, band history, photos and etc. however, they don't know if fans will actually appreciate the product. So they launched a website to gauge who and how many would like it. If you like the band and wish to know more of them, help them out.

"No Celebration" Limited Edition Paradise Lost Book.


Well, returning to silence. So till next time.

Cheers.

Lack of Faith.

Haven't died yet. Just taking some time to plan a few changes. And working with some band representatives to get some material for download. As I stated in my last post. Haven't given up yet. Only a waiting game for a few. So going good thus far.

Will have some updates very soon. Stay tuned, the big change will be rewriting of the posts. It will not only include a review, synopsis and material... It will be a full post and not a small hook type post.

Gold Rush.

There was a small band type project after the disbanding of the band 'Toxsin'. The Guitarist, Klaus, formed the little known band named "Project - Goldrausch". Translated to be "GoldRush Project".

Being of a similar sound to that of Toxsin, Electronics/Metal type, they didn't really stand out. They only produced 1 album. An E.P. dubbed "Sorgenkind".

This didn't last past the E.P. and Klaus went on to form the Band named "Guitarminator". Mostly composed of electronic instruments.

But since the Gouldrausch album is extremely difficult to find, there is only 1 site available to listen to 2 tracks from their album. So bear with it, if you are interested.

Project - Goldrausch


They don't have a band sound, but they could have refined more had they stayed together.

On another note, Klaus formed the band named "Cold Rush' after the demise of Goldrausch. Containing slightly more Electronics, but within the same style type. Give them a listen.

Check them out: Cold Rush.


Till next time.
Cheers.

Brandished Arms.

Traveling further into Europe, to Greece more specifically, there is a band by the name "BattleroaR". Formed within Athens roughly around 2000. They possess a sound distinct to that of the 80's American/European Metal sound. Specifically, their sound closely resembles that of Ronnie James Dio.

Being of that 80's Metal/Hard-Rock, Glam Metal in a form, type sound, they stand out in this day and age. Their sound being more distinct and closer to the recent Metal origins. And being within the 2000, they have something going for them.

Starting off with a self financed debut album, simply dubbed "Promo". Slightly heavier than the later 2 releases/ Further dubbed "Battleroar", self titled and the most recent "Age of Chaos". Gradually building the Heavy sound between the albums, they are still fitting into their calling sound. But thus far, they are holding on tightly with their current sound. Especially with the benefit of sticking out among the masses.

Check them out: BattleroaR

Their site: BattleroaR.com

All in all, if you are a fan of Dio, then at least look into BattleroaR. They have his distinctive sound. Not exactly, but very similar. Enough to kind of wet your appetite.

Till next time.

Cheers.

Darkest Before Dawn.

As of late, the state I reside in has begun the "Daylight Saving's Time" which has pushed everything 1 hour ahead... So there was a slight delay for updates. But this is a non-band update. As I wanted to share that this blog has been given a 'Digg' article.

Viewable here: Choice Hard-Rock/Metal.

So, go ahead and 'Digg' this blog. Share it even. And let this grow to cover many more bands and features.

And to wrap up the short update, I have been given permission from the ex-band Induce to feature a few songs for download. So, that will be one feature to add presently. So send a big thanks to Chris from Induce for granting the permission!
Containing 4 songs, check it out.

Download them here: Induce: Hell And Retribution.__Sampler.

Also updated the right navigation with the new section for the downloadable material.


And till next time.
Cheers.