Noisecreep http://www.noisecreep.com Noisecreep http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.noisecreep.com/media/noisecreep-logo.gif Noisecreep http://www.noisecreep.com en-us Copyright 2012 Blogsmith, LLC. The contents of this headlines and excerpts feed are available for limited commercial distribution. You may repost this feed to your site provided you link back to the original story, do not edit the material, and do not remove this copyright notice. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/ Demon Hunter 'True Defiance': Seattle Metallers to Release New Album in April http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/02/08/demon-hunter-true-defiance/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/02/08/demon-hunter-true-defiance/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/02/08/demon-hunter-true-defiance/#comments Filed under:


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Has it really been six albums already? Yeah, it has! Demon Hunter will return on April 10 with their sixth full-length 'True Defiance.' The album is said to feature "true metal, dark rock and balladry." That's what we've come to expect from Demon Hunter over the past decade and we're sure they will not disappoint. Bring it!

"This record is without a doubt our most aggressive," says vocalist and band co-founder Ryan Clark in an official statement. "Every Demon Hunter record must be a step up from the last. I know that's a goal for every band, but it seldom works that way - especially today, especially in metal. It seems like most bands' prime years are long behind them. I refuse to let that be the case for us." We love Clark's confidence. ]]> Demon HunterDemonHunter Amy Sciarretto 2012-02-08T09:00:00+00:00 Trouble Vocalist Kory Clarke Quits, Disses Former Bandmates http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/02/07/kory-clarke-trouble/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/02/07/kory-clarke-trouble/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/02/07/kory-clarke-trouble/#comments Filed under:


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Kory Clarke, late of Warrior Soul, has quit legendary Chicago doom band Trouble. The singer is leaving the group behind in order to start The Bones of Children, a new band, with Russ Strahan, who did time in Pentagram and Land of Doom. Clarke had been fronting Trouble since 2008, when he replaced original singer Eric Wagner.

Clarke's split with Trouble is not without drama, though. The vocalist took the opportunity to send a few shots at his now-former bandmates and their religious beliefs while discussing his new outfit.

According to Blabbermouth, Clarke said, "This metal album will be high energy, with a fresh artistic approach to the genre without the limitations of the over-50-something religious crowd. It will be so nice to be working without the shackles that a previous singer has left behind of a band that is over 30 years old and acts and sounds like it. I like to do progressive, pushing-the-boundary lyrics in an individualistic style." Wow, tell us how you really feel, Kory!

He continued, "I don't want to sound like Ozzy, like the old singer tried to do," slamming Wagner. "I am also glad when I look to my left on stage from now on I will not be seeing 'Derek Smalls' in my peripheral vision...I just cannot play with people who are fundamentalist Christians, or too family-oriented to the point that they can't tour, do records or knock down a few margaritas with me at the bar. This is rock 'n' roll, guys, not the Family Channel." Ouch! ]]> kory clarkeKoryClarkeTrouble Amy Sciarretto 2012-02-07T12:00:00+00:00 Anthrax's Frank Bello Leaves Tour, Joey Vera of Armored Saint Filling In http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/02/02/anthrax-frank-bello-joey-vera/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/02/02/anthrax-frank-bello-joey-vera/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/02/02/anthrax-frank-bello-joey-vera/#comments Filed under:


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Anthrax bassist Frank Bello is following his uncle and partner in the band's rhythm section, drummer Charlie Benante, and leaving the band's current tour in order to spend time with family during its current crisis. Benante's mother, who is also Bello's grandmother, is terminally ill and her son and grandson have put business aside to cater to family.

While Bello is on this necessary and temporary leave, Armored Saint's Joey Vera will fill in for him. Bello asked fans, via a series of tweets, to make Joey "feel welcome" and said that he will be back as soon as possible.

Vera is like Bello's understudy, as he has replaced the bassist multiple times in the past. He filled in for him from April 2004 through March 2005, and for a festival gig in 2008. ]]> Anthraxarmored saintArmoredSaint Amy Sciarretto 2012-02-02T14:00:00+00:00 Emmure Guitarist Says Next Album Is 'Hairier' Than Their Previous Work http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/02/01/emmure-slaves-to-the-game/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/02/01/emmure-slaves-to-the-game/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/02/01/emmure-slaves-to-the-game/#comments Filed under: ,


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If you've ever been to an Emmure show, you already know that the band's fanbase skews young. The quartet has clearly helped to introduce a new breed of listeners to the heavier side of the music spectrum. Noisecreep spoke to guitarist (and gearhead) Jesse Ketive about the band's evolution, in terms of music and their core base.

But first things first. The Queens, N.Y.-based band will release 'Slaves to the Game' later this year. "We're following suit," Ketive told Noisecreep. "Every 15 or 16 months, we put out a new record or material." There's been a change in the Emmure ranks, with Bury Your Dead's Mark Castillo taking over on drums. "We recorded the record with him and jammed with him plenty," Ketive said. "With this new album, here we are, with a little more input from whole band."

The album is also "a little hairier." Hairier? Now that's masculine. And it has nothing to do with members of Emmure growing beards. Ketive elaborated on why he uses that term, saying, "Anytime something is faster or sounds better or crazier, we call it hairier." Sounds like "hairy" is a very good thing when it comes to Emmure. ]]> Emmure Amy Sciarretto 2012-02-01T15:30:00+00:00 D.R.I. Guitarist Hospitalized After Colectomy Complications http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/30/d-r-i-guitarist-hospitalized-after-colectomy-complications/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/30/d-r-i-guitarist-hospitalized-after-colectomy-complications/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/30/d-r-i-guitarist-hospitalized-after-colectomy-complications/#comments Filed under:


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Keep D.R.I. guitarist and founding member Spike Cassidy was admitted to an undisclosed hospital and is now recovering from complications after colectomy surgery.

In case you are not aware, a colectomy is when doctors remove your entire colon. Cassidy was diagnosed with colon cancer back in 2004. He had a one-foot piece of his large intestine removed in 2006 and underwent radiation and chemotherapy. That latest prognosis is that he is winning his war with cancer.

Cassidy underwent the colectomy earlier this month and suffered from a post-surgery infection. Doctors immediately diagnosed the issue and treated it, and he is expected to be released from the hospital in a matter of days.

That said, he is still in the middle of a larger recovery process and that may interfere with any of the legendary hardcore band's touring plans for the near future. ]]> D.R.I. Amy Sciarretto 2012-01-30T12:00:00+00:00 Jeremy Deacon Dead: Former Wykked Wytch Bassist Dies Aged 33 http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/30/wykked-wytch-andrew-deacon-dead/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/30/wykked-wytch-andrew-deacon-dead/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/30/wykked-wytch-andrew-deacon-dead/#comments Filed under:


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It's with a heavy heart that Noisecreep reports that Jeremy Deacon, the one-time bassist of Florida metal band Wykked Wytch, has passed away after a battle with lymphoma. Deacon was just 33. The news of the bassist's passing was posted on the band's official Facebook, where it honestly memorialized the onetime member.

Deacon (first on the left in the above photo) played with the group, one and off, from 1998 till 2001.

It's worth mentioning that Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi is also suffering from lymphoma, which was diagnosed earlier this year.

The Wykked Wytch Facebook post about Deacon is as follows and is unedited: ]]> Wykked WytchWykkedWytch Amy Sciarretto 2012-01-30T09:00:00+00:00 Orange Goblin Take Us on Set of Their Video for 'Red Tide Rising' -- Exclusive http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/27/orange-goblin-making-of-red-tide-rising/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/27/orange-goblin-making-of-red-tide-rising/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/27/orange-goblin-making-of-red-tide-rising/#comments Filed under: , ,


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Do you want to go behind-the-scenes on the set of a killer heavy metal video? Okay, then come with Noisecreep and Orange Goblin, as we exclusively share the "making of" documentary of the band's video for 'Red Tide Rising.' It's certainly going to get you psyched for the actual vid, which is set to premiere a few weeks down the road.

The clip is loosely based on H.P. Lovecraft stories and was shot in a series of creepy, spooky, rundown buildings, which are fitting backdrops for the UK band's sludgy music. You'll feel like you are on set with the band, as the director explains his vision. You effectively get a bird's eye view of the creative process.

'Red Tide Rising' will appear on 'A Eulogy for the Damned,' Orange Goblin's seventh studio album, which drops next month. ]]> Orange GoblinOrangeGoblin Amy Sciarretto 2012-01-27T09:30:00+00:00 Lamb of God Bring 'Resolution' and More to NYC's Irving Plaza -- Review http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/25/lamb-of-god-resolution-live/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/25/lamb-of-god-resolution-live/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/25/lamb-of-god-resolution-live/#comments Filed under: ,


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Lamb of God celebrated the release of their new album 'Resolution' by playing a sold out show at New York City's Irving Plaza last night.

LoG are at the point in their career where they can play much bigger venues, but they chose to keep the release date gig intimate and it served them well. If they were aiming to connect directly with the fans, this was the way to do it and their mission was successfully accomplished.

The band ripped through a setlist comprised of plenty of new songs, like 'Desolation,' 'The Number Six' and 'Ghost Walking,' as well as older material, such as 'Ruin,' 'Walk With Me in Hell,' 'Now You've Got Something to Die For,' 'Redneck,' 'Hourglass,' Set to Fail,' 'Contractor,' 'Laid to Rest' and 'Black Label,' with the reckless abandon and fury of young turks half their age.

Despite his recent online ranting about the political arena and the upcoming election, jokingly nominating himself for the job of president in the process, frontman D. Randall Blythe didn't use his time on stage to spew about that. He was more interested in asking the local crowd who they would be rooting for in the upcoming Super Bowl, jokingly asking if there were any Patriots fans in attendance. That was met with a chorus of boos from the largely New York Giants audience. ]]> Lamb of GodLambOfGod Amy Sciarretto 2012-01-25T13:30:00+00:00 Modern Day Escape Make 'Metal & Roll' on Their Upcoming Album http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/24/modern-day-escape-interview/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/24/modern-day-escape-interview/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/24/modern-day-escape-interview/#comments Filed under:


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Vocalist James Vegas of Modern Day Escape checked in with Noisecreep just as his band's tour with Wednesday 13, the ghoulish frontman of the Murderdolls, and Aiden, wrapped. So sight unseen, you already have an image of Modern Day Escape. They're like Black Veil Brides, but more underground and infinitely cooler. Insert evil laugh here.

Vegas was having the time of his life on the road, telling Noisecreep that "it's been f---ing awesome! The kids that have been coming out have been going nuts and killing it every night. They make it worth waking up every day. This tour has been so much fun in itself, not to mention the fact that we were out with two amazing bands who really know how to own the stage, and their fans have welcomed us with open arms." ]]> Modern Day EscapeModernDayEscape Amy Sciarretto 2012-01-24T11:20:00+00:00 Five-Year-Old Performs Drum Tribute to KISS (VIDEO) http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/24/five-year-old-kiss-drum-tribute/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/24/five-year-old-kiss-drum-tribute/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/24/five-year-old-kiss-drum-tribute/#comments Filed under: ,


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Want to overdose on cute? (Make that "kute!") Then check out this video of Avery Molek, a 5-year-old KISS fan, and aspiring drummer, who rips through a medley of 20 of the band's songs in the span of four minutes.

Avery has been manning the kit since he was two (nothing wrong with starting 'em young) and the little guy is able to soar through a song from each and every KISS album while wearing Peter Criss' signature Cat Man makeup. He is a superstar in the making, not to mention having impressive hand and footwork as he shows off his percussive prowess.

The medley is one of many videos of Avery smashing the skins to KISS songs. The Pennsylvania native clearly will be logging miles inside of a tour bus in the future. Noisecreep wouldn't even be surprised if Avery one day sits on the legendary group's drum throne. Lord knows Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley will be still be touring when they're octogenarians! ]]> Kiss Amy Sciarretto 2012-01-24T09:00:00+00:00 Adrenaline Mob's Mike Orlando Gives a Video Tour of His Favorite Guitars http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/20/adrenaline-mob-mike-orlando/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/20/adrenaline-mob-mike-orlando/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/20/adrenaline-mob-mike-orlando/#comments Filed under: ,


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Adrenaline Mob's Mike Orlando appears in a brand new video endorsement for Charvel Guitars. Orlando used the guitar maker's Desolation Series, as well as their So-Cal & San Dimas Series guitars while out on the road with the Mob, which you should already know also features Mike Portnoy (ex-Dream Theater, Flying Colors), and Symphony X vocalist Russell Allen.

Check out the clip below, which was shot at Sonic Stomp Studio in New York, and features Orlando taking you on a tour of his favorite guitars. This is porn for all you guitar freaks!

Orlando is a busy man, as he is also in a new band called Tred, featuring Ripper Owens (late of Judas Priest and Iced Earth, of course) and journeyman bassist Rudy Sarzo, who's rocked with everyone from Quiet Riot to Whitesnake. Twisted Sister's AJ Pero is also in the lineup. Can you say "supergroup?"

Expect to hear more about Tred in the coming months. Adrenaline Mob's debut disc 'Omertá' is due out March 13.

]]> Adrenaline MobAdrenalineMobMike OrlandoMikeOrlandoTred Amy Sciarretto 2012-01-20T14:10:00+00:00 Sepultura Asian Tour Postponed Due to a Death http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/20/sepultura-asian-tour-postponed-due-to-a-death/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/20/sepultura-asian-tour-postponed-due-to-a-death/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/20/sepultura-asian-tour-postponed-due-to-a-death/#comments Filed under:


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A death in the family of the promoter of their Asian Relentless 2012 Tour means that Brazilian thrash vets Sepultura have been forced to postpone the dates. The trek was slated to launch on Feb. 3, but those plans have been tabled with makeup dates planned for October.

The tour was to launch in Indonesia, where the band last played two decades ago. The shows were to be the debut of new drummer Eloy Casagrande.

Sepultura broke the news via a lengthy post on their website, stating that promoter Shirazdeen Karim is so bereft by the death of his grandmother, who actually raised him, that he cannot properly attend to the tour dates while he manages his grief. She passed away on Jan. 16 from a heart attack.

You can read the entirety of the explanation via Sepultura's website post here. ]]> Sepultura Amy Sciarretto 2012-01-20T11:00:00+00:00 8-Year-Old Australian Girl Performs 'My First Hardcore Song' -- (VIDEO) http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/19/my-first-hardcore-song-video/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/19/my-first-hardcore-song-video/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/19/my-first-hardcore-song-video/#comments Filed under: ,


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She sings! She screams! She plays with puppies and plush toys! But most of all, she does a mean moshpit windmill.

Meet Juliet, an adorable and precocious 8-year-old girl from Australia who just issued 'My First Hardcore Song,' a video that has gone viral today. In the minute-long clip, Juliet makes the tough guy hardcore face -rawr!- hugs her dog, Robert, while confessing her love for him and her fish, and demands "Let's open up the pit." Yes, ma'am. Whatever you say, Juliet!

Said pit is actually a trampoline covered with stuffed animals. Too cute, right? ]]> my first hardcore songMyFirstHardcoreSong Amy Sciarretto 2012-01-19T14:00:00+00:00 Biohazard's Billy Graziadei on Former Bassist Evan Seinfeld: 'Do We Quit Because He Quit? F--- No!' http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/19/biohazards-billy-graziadei-opens-up-about-evan-seinfeld/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/19/biohazards-billy-graziadei-opens-up-about-evan-seinfeld/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/19/biohazards-billy-graziadei-opens-up-about-evan-seinfeld/#comments Filed under:


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Biohazard's new album 'Reborn in Defiance' (out this week) is one of the best in the Brooklyn band's catalog, and it featured all four original members. But while singer/bassist Evan Seinfeld appears on the record, he quit the legendary group last year.

That whole "rock star/porn star" lifestyle thing seemed to be the road Seinfeld preferred to go down, but that didn't make his remaining Biohazard bandmates want to pack it in and call it a day. Our friends at Plug'd In spoke to singer/guitarist Billy Graziadei about the effect that Seinfeld's decision to bounce had on the band and its collective psyche.

Graziadei is stoked about the album, saying "It's the same band. To have a chance to make record together, it's a blessing for us to get back together, let alone get along for two months, let alone two years, and we kept s--t growing. It wasn't broken. We fixed it."

However, Seinfeld dropped the bomb that he was quitting smack dab in the middle of all that positive momentum. Even so, Graziadei has no animosity towards his former mate. "I have no ill feelings towards him, God bless him," Graziadei said. "I mean, I miss the dude, but I'm happy we're where we are. When he quit, we had to make decisions. Do we quit because he quit? F--k no! So we wanted to continue, and it's cool." ]]> Biohazard Amy Sciarretto 2012-01-19T11:00:00+00:00 Sol Invicto (Featuring Stephen From the Deftones) Reveal EP Cover -- Exclusive http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/18/sol-invicto-stephen-carpenter/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/18/sol-invicto-stephen-carpenter/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/18/sol-invicto-stephen-carpenter/#comments Filed under: , ,


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Sol Invicto, the side project of Deftones' guitarist Stephen Carpenter and producer Richie Londres, will be issuing a new EP soon entitled 'Initium II.'

The EP features the kind of instrumental tuneage that delivers a swift boot to the groin, but it's certainly not Deftones sans vocals, either. Sol Invicto is something entirely different and fresh, but still boasts Carpenter's signature, teeth-rattling tone, and is more metallic than the band's earlier offerings. 'Initium II' is seven tracks long, will be available for free from the band, and follows Sol Invicto's debut EP which was released in August 2011.

"Everything is much more in focus since we put out 'Initium I," Londres told Noisecreep. "It got a great reception from fans, which is nice because we made something different to what people were expecting. But then if they get what they are expecting, where's the fun in that!? We keep them guessing!"

Sol Invicto has partnered with Noisecreep to exclusively reveal the cover art for 'Initium II.' That's Suicide Girl Gogo Blackwater looking all hot and tatted on the cover. Check it out below: ]]> DeftonesSol InvictoSolInvicto Amy Sciarretto 2012-01-18T11:00:00+00:00 Metallica Start Auction for Haitian Relief Organization Co-Founded by Sean Penn http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/17/metallica-sean-penn-haiti-auction/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/17/metallica-sean-penn-haiti-auction/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/17/metallica-sean-penn-haiti-auction/#comments Filed under:


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Owning an autographed Metallica guitar is cool, but owning one autographed by the band and then customized with whatever saying or phrasing you want? Now that's priceless.

'Tallica have partnered with charitybuzz.com to auction a signed and personalized ESP Ltd. Viper guitar. The axe, which boasts a high-gloss, redwood grain finish and custom ESP pick ups, will be signed by all four band members. But beyond the John Hancocks, drummer Lars Ulrich will also customize the autograph with whatever the winning bidder likes - be it his or her name, favorite Metallica song or otherwise.

Bidding is open through Feb. 1 at this location. The guitar, valued at $10,000, will raise funds for J/P Haitian Relief Organization, a nonprofit founded by actor/director Sean Penn to rebuild the infrastructure destroyed by the earthquake and combat the poverty that the majority of Haitians are facing. ]]> Metallica Amy Sciarretto 2012-01-17T15:35:00+00:00 Anvil Bassist Glenn Five Quits Band http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/17/anvil-bassist-glenn-five-quits-band/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/17/anvil-bassist-glenn-five-quits-band/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/17/anvil-bassist-glenn-five-quits-band/#comments Filed under:


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Anvil bassist Glenn Five has quit the band.

Five, born Glenn Gyorffy, has reportedly left the power trio due to the ever-popular "creative differences" excuse. The bassist had joined the veteran Canadian metal act back in 1996 and played on seven Anvil albums during that time, including last year's 'Juggernaut of Justice.' The Hollywood Reporter confirmed the news.

Gyorffy's statement on the matter is as follows:

"Playing in Anvil has given me some of the best years of my life. However, after nearly 16 years with the band, the time has come to move on and try new musical endeavors. Although Anvil has been a great band to play in, I have been limited creatively. I have a wide taste in music and I feel that it's time to broaden my horizons." ]]> anvil Amy Sciarretto 2012-01-17T11:30:00+00:00 Former Danzig Bassist: Granted Three Years of Protection From Stalker http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/13/former-danzig-bassist-stalker/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/13/former-danzig-bassist-stalker/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/13/former-danzig-bassist-stalker/#comments Filed under:


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So it turns out that the law does extend to social media accounts and networks. According to TMZ, former Danzig and Nothingface bassist Jerry Montano was granted an extension on a temporary restraining order against a stalker who was harassing him via Facebook. Montano doesn't think this is big news, and we can understand why, but it happened, so we have to report it!

Here are the details: the woman, Priscilla Caputo, is forbidden from contacting the musician via Facebook for three years. That's an eternity in the social networking sphere, so it's like she will totally move on by then and won't be counting the days till 2015 so she can contact him again! She also must stay at least 100 yards away from him at all times.

But Montano isn't the only one receiving a restraining order in this case. Caputo also filed a request for one against him, as well. The judge also granted that restraining order. So there you have it. They have to stay away from each for a long, long time! ]]> DanzigJerry MontanoJerryMontano Amy Sciarretto 2012-01-13T11:45:00+00:00 Ex-Quiet Riot Singer Mark Huff Responds to Yesterday's Firing http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/13/quiet-riot-mark-huff/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/13/quiet-riot-mark-huff/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/13/quiet-riot-mark-huff/#comments Filed under:


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Quiet Riot dismissed singer Mark Huff, who replaced the late Kevin DuBrow, yesterday. His firing came at an inopportune time, as the vocalist is about to undergo brain surgery. Huff sounded off about his dismissal, claiming he deserves better treatment. He also insisted that he will be fine.

Huff was named the singer of Quiet Riot in September of 2010, and toured with the band throughout the next year. Before joining the 'Cum on Feel the Noize' rockers, Huff was singing in a Van Halen tribute act called 5150.

With Huff out, former Montrose singer Kevin St. John will take over the vacant frontman position for Quiet Riot during some previously booked East Coast club dates next month.

Huff initially commented on matters via a Facebook post, indicating that he was a bit blindsided, writing: "As I sit in hospital... wait for my brain surgery... I have been let go from QUIET RIOT. And nobody's had balls to tell it to my face. Interesting ... the rock 'n' roll business. I have to read the news in a post that's not even directed to me?... WTF?

He also wrote: "Let me tell all my friends... don't count me out... Watch what happens. It's obvious what I ever meant to this situation... I deserve better treatment... Don't worry about me... Worry about your own bad selves. And I am gonna take the high road... I have so much shit I could speak... Stay tuned, my friends." ]]> Quiet RiotQuietRiot Amy Sciarretto 2012-01-13T10:00:00+00:00 Norwegian Black Metal Band's Anti-Islamic Lyrics Causes Outrage http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/12/taake-anti-islamic/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/12/taake-anti-islamic/ http://www.noisecreep.com/2012/01/12/taake-anti-islamic/#comments Filed under:


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Norwegian black metal band Taake has been nominated for a Spellemann Award, which is their country's version of a Grammy, for their album 'Noregs Vaapan.' According to Blabbermouth, the nomination has caused some controversy, since the band reportedly writes anti-Islamic lyrics, something that has obviously upset the Arab media.

Arab TV network Al Arabiya reports that the band's song 'Orkan,' which translates to 'Hurricane,' features the problematic phrase "To hell with Muhammad and the Mohammedans" and their "unforgivable customs." Frontman Hoest addressed the drama, saying the band is anti-organized religion overall. He said, "Our view, in the name of freedom of expression, is that it is shameful to adhere to Christianity or Islam."

The nomination will not be retracted, since the chairman of the Spellemann Award committee board reminded a newspaper that "we enjoy full freedom of expression in Norway and a Spellemann jury is not going to censor content in any way." She also took care to address concerns that the jury that nominated the album didn't carefully listen to the album.

Taake did issue a terse statement, saying, "Taake has never been a political band, and we do not encourage either violence or racism." ]]> Taake Amy Sciarretto 2012-01-12T15:55:00+00:00