Anyone who follows Connecticut’s local metal scene is familiar with Official FN Radio, a Waterbury-based independent internet radio station run by Bob Marino. But over the course of eight years, OFNR has become much more than just a website with some tunes. Marino, better known as “Knob,” has turned the station into a hub of… Continue reading Interview with Bob “Knob” Marino of Official FN Radio
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Six Degrees of the Dead: An Interview with Eyes of the Dead for Their Ten-Year Anniversary
As they have been a staple in the scene for, well, ten years, everyone who’s involved in the loose network we call Connecticut Metal has some connection to Eyes of the Dead. Mine probably doesn’t involve as much alcohol as other people’s – Jill, who co-founded this blog with me, went to high school… Continue reading Six Degrees of the Dead: An Interview with Eyes of the Dead for Their Ten-Year Anniversary
Mortal Combat!!! Death Metal Dave vs. Peter Progger, Part I
We’re here to discuss a very hot topic between two very passionate individuals. I’ve managed to gather Alternative Control columnists Death Metal Dave and Peter Progger together for a musical debate. The burning question: What metal subgenre is superior, death metal or progressive metal? It’s (for some reason) a matter of utmost importance for… Continue reading Mortal Combat!!! Death Metal Dave vs. Peter Progger, Part I
Interview with Alex Obert of Journey of a Frontman
In the journey that is blogging about your ideals, sometimes you come across like-minded travelers. Alex Obert is one of those — the writer behind Newington, CT-based site Journey of a Frontman, Alex interviews an eclectic mix of musicians, actors, stand up comics, and wrestlers. Last week, he talked with Alternative Control about his… Continue reading Interview with Alex Obert of Journey of a Frontman
What Does AltCtrl Want to Do With Your Money?
… We’d like to make a compilation album, pay for hosting costs, and maybe even buy some more pins and stickers. Because I like to hold a tangible product in my hands, I’m really looking forward to Quality Control Volume II. This shit is gonna be off the hook, seriously. Mostly bands we’ve written about,… Continue reading What Does AltCtrl Want to Do With Your Money?
Job For Death Metal Dave
Death Metal Dave, here. It’s been awhile you fuckheads. You know why? Because I’ve been pretty busy with the scene lately. Seems like another local death metal band is born every week around here, and of course I’ve got to be there for every band’s debut! Recently, I came across this new band called Job… Continue reading Job For Death Metal Dave
THE SCENE IS DEAD!
It’s official…. Connecticut’s metal scene has been pronounced dead. D-E-D. Dead. And there are two main reasons: bad shows and chicks. These days, it’s practically impossible to find decent original bands. Any venue that’s willing to take a chance on them is just going to have an empty bar, as Mark Cook learned this… Continue reading THE SCENE IS DEAD!