Need your power metal fix? Ear One Productions has you covered with Power Metal Fest 2015, ft. Darkest Shade, Shadow Kingdom, Awaken, and Connecticut “OGs” Sacred Oath. Have a listen: Fallen by Sacred Oath And guess what? You and a guest can go for free, courtesy of Ear One. Enter using the Rafflecopter widget below — and… Continue reading TICKET GIVEAWAY: Sacred Oath // Awaken // Shadow Kingdom // Darkest Shade 8/28 at Cherry Street
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GRIZZLOR BRINGS THE NOISE ROCK
In the short time they’ve been together, New Haven noise-rock merchants Grizzlor have made quite an impact on the local scene with a series of releases including the We’re All Just Aliens EP in early-2014, followed by the When You Die 7″ later that year, and a split 7″ with Norwegian-noise makers (and another Alt-Control… Continue reading GRIZZLOR BRINGS THE NOISE ROCK
Interview with Chip McCabe: The Death to False Metal Festival and Much, Much More
Chip McCabe met with Alternative Control this Tuesday to talk about Death to False Metal Festival, a two-day show he’s holding at The Outer Space & Ballroom in Hamden August 14 and 15. Featuring well-respected locals and nationals from many metal genres, DTFM is sure to become a highly-anticipated annual event — and you’ll want to… Continue reading Interview with Chip McCabe: The Death to False Metal Festival and Much, Much More
Death, Slaughter, and Vibes: Alternative Control’s Summer 2015 Festival Picks
‘Tis the season of the fest. With so many choices, where should you go? Here are a few suggestions: Gathering of the Vibes, 7/30-8/2 at Seaside Park in Bridgeport, CT — “Wait Jessie, isn’t this a metal blog? I don’t wanna listen to this hippie stuff!” Yeah, but do you want to listen to good… Continue reading Death, Slaughter, and Vibes: Alternative Control’s Summer 2015 Festival Picks
Interview with Mark Lyon of Xenosis
Yesterday, Alternative Control had a sit-down with Xenosis guitarist Mark Lyon to talk about the band’s new album and their sure-to-be-triumphant return to The Scene next weekend. Sowing the Seeds of Destruction will be released July 18th at The Outer Space in Hamden, following a long hiatus that had many wondering if Xenosis would ever… Continue reading Interview with Mark Lyon of Xenosis
Interview with End-Time Illusion
From the first time I saw End-Time Illusion, I was struck by their ability to play blisteringly technical riffs yet still maintain a strong groove. (I was also impressed by bassist Gary Godreau’s amazing hair!) On June 19 following their set at Toad’s Place for Hatebreed’s 20th anniversary show, I sat down with vocalist Adam… Continue reading Interview with End-Time Illusion
Interview with Paul Spak
Earlier this week, bassist Paul Spak was kind enough to answer some questions about his musical endeavors and the Summer Rock and Metal Fest he is hosting at Waterbury’s City Limits on 6/27. Bringing in midwestern metal outfit On My Six and also featuring a diverse roster of locals, Spak’s organizing efforts will surely result… Continue reading Interview with Paul Spak